dk10438
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to the OP:
not knowing your long term plans (ie how long ur gonna live there, whether or not ur gonna want a second EV etc), I'd recommend a sub panel with a 100A circuit running out of it. It's true that with the current crop of cars on board charging is limited to 48A so you really don't need more than a 60 A circuit. However, you're rebuilding the garage so you might as well future proof as much as you can now since you're already doing the work. Advantages would include a) ability to add a second HPWC at a reasonable cost. b) if you bought a used Tesla (something that you might be planning anyway) you might be able to charge at 72A or 80A depending on the options on the car c) if a friend that has a 72A or 80A car, they can utilize the increased current. The primary disadvantage is unnecessary cost.
the only reason that most people opt for the Nema 14-50 is because it is very cost efficient and for most people it's adequate. I've got a HPWC with a 100A circuit and I've never encountered a situation where I needed 72A output but it's nice to know that it's available if I need it.
not knowing your long term plans (ie how long ur gonna live there, whether or not ur gonna want a second EV etc), I'd recommend a sub panel with a 100A circuit running out of it. It's true that with the current crop of cars on board charging is limited to 48A so you really don't need more than a 60 A circuit. However, you're rebuilding the garage so you might as well future proof as much as you can now since you're already doing the work. Advantages would include a) ability to add a second HPWC at a reasonable cost. b) if you bought a used Tesla (something that you might be planning anyway) you might be able to charge at 72A or 80A depending on the options on the car c) if a friend that has a 72A or 80A car, they can utilize the increased current. The primary disadvantage is unnecessary cost.
the only reason that most people opt for the Nema 14-50 is because it is very cost efficient and for most people it's adequate. I've got a HPWC with a 100A circuit and I've never encountered a situation where I needed 72A output but it's nice to know that it's available if I need it.
