Why are EV cables so expensive?
Production and testing phases alone happen to be one of the most expensive aspects in producing a reliable charging cable. According to one manufacturer, the cost of forging the metallic materials to trip switches to the testing phase and the marketing efforts, all can cost over £30,000.
Are all EV charging cables the same?
Some vehicles however will require an additional charging cable that will allow the owners to charge their cars away from home. All charging cables are not the same, they’ll either have a Type 1 or Type 2 plug on one end that largely depends upon the charging standards of the electric vehicle and the hybrid car.
What cable is used for EV charging?
The mode 3 charging cable is a connector cable between the charging station and the electric car. In Europe, the type 2 plug has been set as the standard. To allow electric cars to be charged using type 1 and type 2 plugs, charging stations are usually equipped with a type 2 socket.
What is a tethered EV cable?
A tethered cable is one that is wired into and always attached to the Tethered charge point, whilst a free cable unplugs from a Socket/Free charge point and is therefore able to be carried with the owner and plug into other charge points.
Are EV charging cables waterproof?
So don’t worry; electric car chargers and cables are weatherproof and are specifically designed to protect both the car and the owner and passengers from a nasty electric shock. Waterproofing outdoor electrical equipment is pretty routine and there are exacting standards and rules that must be adhered to.
Are EV charging cables universal?
For non-rapid charging, EVs available in the UK will either have the above Type 1 inlet socket or Type 2 inlet socket. Luckily your EV will be supplied with a cable that has the plug it requires, and at the infrastructure (charger) end, the cables are all compatible.