dogmodes
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You probably missed it earlier in the thread but one of the reasons for going with Tesla wall connector is installing a nema 14-50/6-50 is more epensive to wire. A good outlet, box, GFCI breaker Will run you an extra $150 compared to hardwiring it directly in. The wall connecter has to be hard wired and doesn’t require a GFCI breaker. The mobile charger (UMC) would be like the chargepoint and you’d plug in. Should note the chargepoint charger can be plugged in or hard wired so again check for local rebates.Thanks. I most likely will go ahead with the Tesla Wall Connector. I'm getting a little confused/overwhelmed by what's needed for the wiring installation.
About a year ago I had a couple of electricians come out to give estimates to install a Chargepoint charger (at that time I was planning to have that installed).
One electrician replied with this..."Install new dedicated 240v 50amp circuit and install new homeowner provided car charger."
Would the Tesla Wall Connector use the same wiring? Is a 240v 50amp circuit good enough?
In addition to this I remember the Chargepoint charger having different options for plugs (NEMA 6-50 and NEMA 14-50). Are there various ways a Tesla Wall Connector can/should be wired?
50amp should be fine and will give you 40A charging so about 36 miles an hour. I would personally have him wired it for 60A though. Your quote should end up a little cheaper as they don’t need a box/outlet/GFCI breaker. If you’re not planning on moving anytime soon the hardwired charger is the way to go typically based on price.