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Home charge points (purchase/problems/questions) (See mod note post#1)

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  • #8912
    Masala
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,551 ✭✭✭Masala


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123618587#Comment_123618587

    ooooohhh…. let me check that tomorrow.



  • #8913
    zg3409
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 7,216 ✭✭✭zg3409


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123618564#Comment_123618564

    Its hard to know. Do you have a 3 pin plug granny charger you can use to test charging the car from another plug? Is there a nearby slow public AC charger you can try?



  • #8914
    carq
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 887 ✭✭✭carq


    Tried a 50kw and 150kw charger yesterday and both charged.

    Different connector vs my cable but does not seem to be a car issue.

    Will contact ohme today to see what is going on. My first ohme had to be replaced before it was even used as it couldnt get online.



  • #8915
    Masala
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,551 ✭✭✭Masala


    Yes… with EI it’s 2-4 So who doing 2-6 as u need 2-3 hrs to charge to 100%



  • #8916
    MacDanger
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 3,728 ✭✭✭MacDanger


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123619704#Comment_123619704

    Energia have (or they did 6 months ago anyway) a standard rate of something like 31c and then two options:

    1. 8c from 2-6am
    2. 16c from 11-8am and 33c from 5-7pm

    We were on the first one initially but changed to the 2nd one as it was slightly (maybe €80/year) cheaper based on our usage



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  • #8917
    carq
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 887 ✭✭✭carq


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123619016#Comment_123619016

    Turns out issue on my side. Connector wasnt plugged in far enough on car side, even though green symbol on the dash



  • #8918
    cobham
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,049 ✭✭✭cobham


    Recent Zappi user here and trying to tidy back the cable at end of charge. Does the cable loop neatly around the charger? I seem to have a long loop at end and maybe need to make earlir ones tighter. It is located in a narrow side passage so the bit sticking out is a nuisance for bicycle/bin etc.



  • #8919
    markodaly
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 16,662 ✭✭✭✭markodaly


    I presume a Zappi is the way to go to install a home EV charger.
    Can get one from the local builders' providers or from some guy on ebay who looks cheaper.



  • #8920
    Cyrus
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 21,182 ✭✭✭✭Cyrus


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123638414#Comment_123638414

    wouldnt go for zappi myself ive seen too many of them fail but im sure you have done your research,

    Buying it loose may be a false economy unless you have someone lined up to install and they have already priced the install for you?



  • #8921
    Gumbo
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 40,932 Mod ✭✭✭✭Gumbo


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123638414#Comment_123638414

    I’ve had 3 zappis fail me.
    one was replaced under goodwill.

    There’s a new glo version out from myenergi so I assume the zappi is being phased out. You could look into that. But I also have a Wallbox elsewhere and that has been faultless since 2021.

    Also have a good aul ABL original eCars charger in place since 2015. Simple plug and play and that’s flying no issues. Sometimes simple is best.



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  • #8922
    markodaly
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 16,662 ✭✭✭✭markodaly


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123638446#Comment_123638446
    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123638460#Comment_123638460


    Oh wow. I didnt know the Zappi's tend to fail. I thought they were rock solid as I see so many of them now.
    If not a Zappi then what? The Zappi's tend to be more expensive than others. I also have a solar PV system.

    What is the warranty these days on the Zappi's? The 1 year?



  • #8923
    Nigzcurran
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 3,680 ✭✭✭Nigzcurran


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123638414#Comment_123638414

    I got a bg sync installed from forkearn after recommendations on here and it has been flawless. I literally just plug it in and it charges every time with zero issues.

    Time is contagious, everybody's getting old.



  • #8924
    Gumbo
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 40,932 Mod ✭✭✭✭Gumbo


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123638468#Comment_123638468

    do you have the energy Eddie? Or other myenergi systems?



  • #8925
    Cyrus
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 21,182 ✭✭✭✭Cyrus


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123638468#Comment_123638468

    people get worked up over solar, for most people selling your solar to the grid or using it for day time usage makes the most sense and then charge the car at a night rate.

    Gumbo gave some options there, id go for something simple without a screen! its basically a higher rated outdoor plug so dont over complicate it



  • #8926
    markodaly
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 16,662 ✭✭✭✭markodaly


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123638480#Comment_123638480

    No Eddi.

    I have a SigEnergy Inverter



  • #8927
    christy c
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 2,236 ✭✭✭christy c


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123638479#Comment_123638479

    Same here. And id take that any day over a Zappi that a family member has. The Monta app is much more user friendly



  • #8928
    ...Ghost...
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 4,804 ✭✭✭...Ghost...


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123638468#Comment_123638468

    Having the option to charge with solar is nice, but for now, it doesn't make sense when you can export and get paid for your solar while charging on a cheaper night rate.

    I also think Zappi is not the way to go. After a good bit of looking around, I went with Hypervolt. I've had mine (2.0) 3 years without issue. It has the smart features, like charge from solar, solar+, timed charging and 0-32A power limiting all from the APP. Then you have load balancing to prevent the main fuse from popping. I had to import mine, but they are now available in Ireland.

    Stay Free



  • #8929
    slave1
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 18,315 Mod ✭✭✭✭slave1


    Zappi is a great system if you have an EDDI and separate AC coupled battery, very user friendly way of managing car charging/hot water charging and battery use.

    For just EV charging there are plenty of cheaper options

    My stuff on Adverts, mostly Tesla Pre Highland Model 3

    Public Profile active ads for slave1



  • #8930
    blackwrx
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 96 ✭✭blackwrx


    I'm sure this question has been asked before but I find the search function to be unreliable. I am going to be buying an EV in the near future. I want to get the charger installed beforehand. When applying for the seai grant do I apply before I get the charger installed or after?



  • #8931
    cobham
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,049 ✭✭✭cobham


    The grant is given once evidence that the charger has been installed. The installer handled the paperwork for us and the grant turned up in bank account about 6 wks later.



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  • #8932
    JohnySwan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 838 ✭✭✭JohnySwan


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123651087#Comment_123651087

    Apply first, probably best to engage with your installer first to decide on what type of charge point etc. You shouldn't commence work prior to applying.

    https://www.seai.ie/grants/electric-vehicle-grants/electric-vehicle-charging/electric-vehicle-home-charger-grant


  • #8933
    Buffman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,166 ✭✭✭Buffman


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123651087#Comment_123651087

    Apply first and once approved you have 6 months to fully complete the work.

    • Do not commence any work before the start date on your Letter of Offer otherwise this expenditure will be deemed ineligible and you will not receive grant support for it.

    • You have 6 months from the date on this Letter of Offer, which will be emailed to you, to complete your installation and return your Payment Request Form to SEAI with all associated evidence whole and complete - Cert 3, Test Record, photo of installation, invoice from electrician.

    • The EV Home Charger grant is valid for 6 months from the date the grant offer is issued, if you do not have the works completed within that time you will not be eligible to claim the grant.

    The below is a general 'signature' and not part of any post:

    FYI, if you move to a 'smart' meter electricity plan, you CAN'T move back to a non-smart plan.

    You don't have to take a 'smart' meter if you don't want one, opt-out is available.

    Buy drinks in 3L or bigger plastic bottles or glass bottles or cartons to avoid the DRS fee.

    Public transport user? If you're sick of phantom ghost services on the 'official' RTI sources, check bustimes.org for actual 'real' RTI, if it's on their map it actually exists.



  • #8934
    homah_7ft
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,132 ✭✭✭homah_7ft


    Hi, my zappi charger has given up the ghost. Would anyone have an idea of the going rate to replace a charger? Would I be better going with a local electrician than a company specialising in installation since it would be a more simple job? I think I would go with a more reliable brand if possible.



  • #8935
    christy c
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 2,236 ✭✭✭christy c


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123659983#Comment_123659983

    I would try Fokearn for a quote anyway on the BG Sync, you may have to source it yourself if asking a local electrician.

    How long did you have the Zappi out of interest?



  • #8936
    homah_7ft
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,132 ✭✭✭homah_7ft


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123660044#Comment_123660044

    I had the zappi since 2019. Thanks for that. I never heard of Fokearn.



  • #8937
    christy c
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 2,236 ✭✭✭christy c


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123660085#Comment_123660085

    Fokearn have been recommended here and I have used them myself also. They will do a quote for you online



  • #8938
    Buffman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,166 ✭✭✭Buffman


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123659983#Comment_123659983

    RIP to another dead Zappi! Do you need all the bells and whistles or would a cheap dumb charger do you?

    The below is a general 'signature' and not part of any post:

    FYI, if you move to a 'smart' meter electricity plan, you CAN'T move back to a non-smart plan.

    You don't have to take a 'smart' meter if you don't want one, opt-out is available.

    Buy drinks in 3L or bigger plastic bottles or glass bottles or cartons to avoid the DRS fee.

    Public transport user? If you're sick of phantom ghost services on the 'official' RTI sources, check bustimes.org for actual 'real' RTI, if it's on their map it actually exists.



  • #8939
    homah_7ft
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,132 ✭✭✭homah_7ft


    In fairness any tethered charger will do me.



  • #8940
    Masala
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,551 ✭✭✭Masala


    quick question…… am having a problem in getting cable back to my fuse board. Attic had a floor installed years ago and as result cable run to board is impossible

    can charger be “wired” direct from the meter box back to the charge unit on wall as I can get cable to and from that ..



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  • #8941
    cobham
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,049 ✭✭✭cobham


    Fokearn did ours also and good experience. Being lazy to look up…. but how long is the warranty? I heard there was a new version Zappi due?



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