ChrisH
Active Member
Clumsy wording on my part. Tesla is required to go by code ("being conservative" wasn't the right phrase), and I've been told that code doesn't allow you to get by with a programmed limit in the device (car in this case). Somebody could plug something else in without the reduced setting and cause an issue.
I think the core issue is that the 6-50 outlet is really designed for applications that aren't continuous draw, where the lower breaker value and wire size is fine. Not to point fingers, but the standard for charging applications is a 14-50 with a 50 amp breaker. What was your electrician thinking?
Bottom line, the post by miimura is probably the best:
Yeah I'm not sure why the builder uses a 6-50 for their car charger instead of a 14-50.
How does the wall connector work? It talks about a 60amp circuit breaker on the product page?