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Nema 14-50 adapter
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Why would you need one? The equivalent UK socket would be the commando style.
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1. Raise a service ticket with the part number and ask for a quote.
2. Or email your local SC with the part number.
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3. Buy on eBay from the states.
Any of the above will take a while as it’ll have to be shipped (you won’t find many in Europe!). Tesla aren’t known for being the quickest on parts. If you find one on eBay it might be a good option.
Part no. can be found: epc.tesla.com just make sure you check Gen 1 vs. Gen 2 UMC (different part no.).
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1. Raise a service ticket with the part number and ask for a quote.
2. Or email your local SC with the part number.
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3. Buy on eBay from the states.
Any of the above will take a while as it’ll have to be shipped (you won’t find many in Europe!). Tesla aren’t known for being the quickest on parts. If you find one on eBay it might be a good option.
Part no. can be found: epc.tesla.com just make sure you check Gen 1 vs. Gen 2 UMC (different part no.).
in UK it is "Commando" socket, limited up to 32 amps (7.3 kw) and has blue round plug.
the right adapter will work with tesla UMC as well
NEMA 14-50 is USA standard (it literally stands as US "National Electrical Manufacturers Association")
you will not have many options for that in UK
Cardo
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You need to make sure you know precisely what is being installed, as the adapter will vary. It sounds like they’re probably installing a Commando socket, however is it a 16A or 32A socket? They are different sizes and you’ll need to get the correct adapter.
For safety and legality you landlord needs to be aware that the regulations for installing a commando socket for "general use" and one which is intended for vehicle charging are different. The electrician requires to be instructed accordingly. From the user's perspective you can't tell by just looking at the socket on the wall.
Great to know. The electrician is the same guy who does the yearly check and maintenance.
Will specifically instruct them that it has to be for EV specifically. Hopefully the electrician knows what he is doing
Good idea. Any 32amp commando installation will actually work for charging the difference is related to safety features. The bad news is that the install will cost more ... hopefully your landlord will be OK with that and not withdraw the offer of the free install.
WannabeOwner
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To the point where installing a EV Wall Charger might be "about same" ... and arguably
might be a better solutionHmm. At the moment I’m not sure how much landlord is ready to shell out. If it crosses their budget, I will chip in the difference.
Since it’s rented, didn’t want to get wall charger installed. I presumed commando socket total installation would be less than wall charger and installation.To the point where installing a EV Wall Charger might be "about same" ... and arguably
Cardo
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Without wanting to sound like a Debby downer, unless the electrician has undertaken the EVSE installation course, it’s unlikely they’ll have any idea about the safety requirements and will simply install a bog standard commando socket. How much that bothers you (or your landlord?) is down to you!
Yes, it will be cheaper but possibly not as much as you/we would like. Clearly a dedicated Type 2 charge point would be useful for you and and any future tenant (as that suits any UK EV) whereas a commando socket would be harder to argue as being ideal for future tenants... it only works for you becasue the Tesla UMC can be used with a 32amp commando adapter but that is not a feature that other manufacturers necessarily offer.
If you are in a flat there are still grants available: Electric vehicle chargepoint grant if you own or rent a flat
To the point where installing a EV Wall Charger might be "about same" ... and arguably
Yes indeed ...
I have a non EV commando for "emergency" use at my own property in addition to my Zappi .... but if I was a landlord I would only provide a fully specced connection for a tenant.
MrBadger
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You don't say whether your charging spot will be inside or outside. As others have said, EV charge points may require additional regulatory compliance, however, not all of these will apply if your vehicle is inside a covered garage, like an underground car park. Electrician should know best but not all are aware and some may suggest otherwise so always good to know what to expect in advance so it can be queried if required.
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