Having a Level 2 electric vehicle (EV) charging station on your property is a great, cost-effective option to keep your car powered. You can enjoy convenient, fast charging that’s up to 8x faster than a Level 1 charger, but to maximize your station’s effectiveness it’s important to plan out and strategize your EV charger cable management setup.
Home EVSE (electric vehicle supply equipment) cable management planning ought to include where your charging station can be mounted, how to store and protect your charging cables, and what you can do if your charging station needs to be kept outdoors on your property.
Read on to learn how you can set up an EV charger cable management system in your home that meets all your needs, ensuring you have safe and reliable EV charging into the future.
Where Should I Mount My EV Charger?
Where to install and mount your EV charger largely should come down to preference, however you also want to be practical. Assuming you install your charger in a garage, be sure your chosen location is on the same side of your EV’s charge port to ensure your charging cable is long enough to reach from charger to EV.
Charging cable lengths vary depending on manufacturer, but they typically start at 5 meter. Level 2 chargers from NobiCharge come with 5 or 10meter cords, with optional 3 or 15meter charging cables available.
If you need an outdoor setup, pick a spot on your property that has access to a 240v outlet (or where one can be added by a licensed electrician), as well as insulation and some protection from precipitation and extreme temperatures. Examples include against your home’s siding, near a storage shed or under a car canopy.
Take Your EVSE Charger Cable Management to Another Level
Level 2 home charging is a cost-effective and reliable way to keep your EV powered, especially if you maximize your setup with helpful tools that will keep your charging space safe and free of clutter. With the right cable management system, your charging station will serve you and your EV better, and for longer.
Post time: Apr-13-2023
