Home Charge Points Discussion and Suggestions [megathread]

[8enj]

They will probably fit an additional consumer unit if no space. TBH that is preferable anyhow - keeps prolonged high current out of an existing consumer unit.

Gen 3 TWC already has the DC protection built in so no need for B type RCD.

Earth protection is dependent on your current earthing arrangement. Electrician will tell you what additional protection is needed if any.

Thanks for the reply do they sell a consumer unit with earthing arrangement? As i think i will opt for that also? Many thanks for the help

Gen3 still needs supplemental earthing if the supply is PME, usually in the form of a rod. Had a Gen3 fitted in the (detached) garage last week, along with O-PEN protection in a separate box adjacent to the garage sub-panel. Fortunately, I had an earth rod fitted already as part of the PowerWall installation last month.

Steve

hi steve, any chance of a picture of your install or the o-pen device you have fitted? I wonder if i can get a open device with earth protection as i dont have earth rods as its also located in a garage. @scdoubleu

 

[8enj]

They will probably fit an additional consumer unit if no space. TBH that is preferable anyhow - keeps prolonged high current out of an existing consumer unit.

Gen 3 TWC already has the DC protection built in so no need for B type RCD.

Earth protection is dependent on your current earthing arrangement. Electrician will tell you what additional protection is needed if any.

Thanks for the reply do they sell a consumer unit with earthing arrangement? As i think i will opt for that also? Many thanks for the help

 

[8enj]

Hi, or would it be the case of fitting this?

 

[LUXY]

Hi all im after some advice if anyone can help it would be greatly appreciated.

I plan on running a 6mm cable to a 32amp outlet on my hager board i have a spare zone (see picture circled in red)

Is this sufficient as im reading i need a type b rcd? And also surge protection And possibly pen device?

It is being installed by a qualified electrician but i want to make sure its done correctly myself and future proofed.

TYIA. Ben

Hi Ben,


It's a really easy install for your electrician. The way mine was done was like this....

My electrician installed a henly block after the meter and added a Garo G6EV40PME (essentially a new circuit) The Garo has built in PEN protection and breaker. The Tesla wall connector was then connected to the Garo.

let me know if you need more info

 

[LUXY]

Oh and the Garo is much better built that the unit you posted (and cheaper) £130.54 delivered next day DPD from Fastlec

 

[8enj]

Oh and the Garo is much better built that the unit you posted (and cheaper) £130.54 delivered next day DPD from Fastlec

Thanks some much for the reply and making it so easy much appreciated @LUXY

 

[8enj]

Thanks some much for the reply and making it so easy much appreciated @LUXY

Just got one ordered appreciate the response

 

[Adopado]

Oh and the Garo is much better built that the unit you posted (and cheaper) £130.54 delivered next day DPD from Fastlec

For clarity, I think I'm right in saying that this box doesn't cover the 6mA DC RCD protection (which isn't a problem so long as it's being used in conjunction with a charge point that already includes it.)

 

[8enj]

For clarity, I think I'm right in saying that this box doesn't cover the 6mA DC RCD protection (which isn't a problem so long as it's being used in conjunction with a charge point that already includes it.)

@Adopado i have the gen 3 latest charger?

 

[Adopado]

@Adopado i have the gen 3 latest charger?

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Tesla Wall Connector Features​

• Up to 44 miles of range per hour of charge for new vehicles
• Type 2 handle
• Max 32 amp output
• Supports 400 V three-phase Wye, 230 V three-phase Delta and 230 V single-phase wye grid types
• Supports TT, TN and IT grid types
• Built in RCD Type A + DC 6mA protection ******* [Yes ...this bit!]
• Wi-Fi connectivity (2.4 GHz 802.11 b/g/n)
• Power sharing (up to four Wall Connectors)
• 7.3 m (24 ft) cable length
• Approved for indoor and outdoor installation (IP55)
• Tempered white glass faceplate

 

[8enj]

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Tesla Wall Connector Features​

• Up to 44 miles of range per hour of charge for new vehicles
• Type 2 handle
• Max 32 amp output
• Supports 400 V three-phase Wye, 230 V three-phase Delta and 230 V single-phase wye grid types
• Supports TT, TN and IT grid types
• Built in RCD Type A + DC 6mA protection ******* [Yes ...this bit!]
• Wi-Fi connectivity (2.4 GHz 802.11 b/g/n)
• Power sharing (up to four Wall Connectors)
• 7.3 m (24 ft) cable length
• Approved for indoor and outdoor installation (IP55)
• Tempered white glass faceplate

Perfect thanks

 

[scdoubleu]

hi steve, any chance of a picture of your install or the o-pen device you have fitted? I wonder if i can get a open device with earth protection as i dont have earth rods as its also located in a garage. @scdoubleu

My O-PEN device is identical to the picture posted above by @LUXY.

Steve

 

[LUXY]

here is my setup - Electrician said it was super easy - The GARO O-PEN is fully wired up

 

[Washout]

Sorry to necro this thread, but am I right in thinking if I have a Tesla Gen3 Wall Charger and my house is on a TT supply, then I just need over current protection in the consumer unit (40A for Single Phase) and a new Type B with 6mA DC protection would be just overkill (or belt and braces if you like)?

 

[McXtravert]

Sorry if I've missed it, but is their a concise list of the 'best rated home charge points by the wonderful people of TMC UK'?

 

[8enj]

Sorry to necro this thread, but am I right in thinking if I have a Tesla Gen3 Wall Charger and my house is on a TT supply, then I just need over current protection in the consumer unit (40A for Single Phase) and a new Type B with 6mA DC protection would be just overkill (or belt and braces if you like)?

Hi i think the 6ma dc is built in on the gen 3 so you just need to the type b 40a i purchased this one @Washout

 

[Bobly]

Sorry if I've missed it, but is their a concise list of the 'best rated home charge points by the wonderful people of TMC UK'?

The hypervolt seems to be quite popular in here (has its own megathread somewhere) mines been flawless so far. If you’re not too fussed about aesthetics, I think the ohme has been quite popular in the past as well.

 

[Chirag129]

Does anyone know the length of the type 2 cable that comes with the car?

 

[jon8oy86]

Having my Hypervolt installed tomorrow by Bumblebee, all being well. Shall report back on how it goes! M3LR due to arrive in 2 weeks, so would be great if it all goes smoothly!

 

[skateboarder]

Does anyone know the length of the type 2 cable that comes with the car?

6m Works well if you can plan ahead See lots of them trailing out windows round here