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

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    #602
    phat1
    Registered Users Posts: 98 ✭✭phat1


    GreeBo wrote: »
    and 10sq is a bitch to manage at the best of times.

    OP are you running this through the house and are you going to duct it or try to hid it behind walls/under floors etc?

    I ran about 12M 8 years ago and my knuckles are just getting back to normal :(
    I have my attic converted, Not sure how I am going to do it yet, But I will bury the cable


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    #603
    KCross
    Registered Users Posts: 12,070 ✭✭✭✭KCross


    phat1 wrote: »
    I have my attic converted, Not sure how I am going to do it yet, But I will bury the cable

    If the cable is all indoors apart from going down an outside wall to the charge point, I wouldnt use SWA. Just put the last bit, thats on the outside wall, inside trunking.

    The cable will be alot easier to handle and alot cheaper to buy. SWA is not cheap.


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    #604
    dmcg90
    Registered Users Posts: 2,777 ✭✭✭dmcg90


    Any recommendations on an untethered charge point that can take advantage of solar panels? I did see Zappi were coming out with one but they're not launched yet right?


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    #605
    Black_Knight
    Moderators Posts: 12,363 ✭✭✭✭Black_Knight


    Finally got my rolec wallpod installed. ~€450 for the unit itself, and the sparks just wanted €100 to install it (he's doing other work at my house at the moment, but didn't make much of a hullabaloo about it being anything other than just like installing an external socket).

    Happy days!

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    #606
    krissovo
    Registered Users Posts: 2,645 ✭✭✭krissovo


    Folks, what setup would be advised for a Leaf (40kw) and a model 3? Do I need 2 different cables to charge at home? I don’t think there will be a requirement to charge both.


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    #607
    Mach Two
    Registered Users Posts: 713 ✭✭✭Mach Two


    Will the grant cover the cost of it.


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    #608
    Black_Knight
    Moderators Posts: 12,363 ✭✭✭✭Black_Knight


    Mach Two wrote: »
    Will the grant cover the cost of it.

    Of mine, yes. Grant is for €600, mine only cost €550 total.


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    #609
    Black_Knight
    Moderators Posts: 12,363 ✭✭✭✭Black_Knight


    krissovo wrote: »
    Folks, what setup would be advised for a Leaf (40kw) and a model 3? Do I need 2 different cables to charge at home? I don’t think there will be a requirement to charge both.

    Think both use type 2 charging connectors, so 1 charger with a type 2 port on it, or 1 charger with a type 2 tethered plug on it would suit both Leaf and Model 3.
    Only 1 car will charge at a time. The charger would also need to be accessible to both cars (if you've 2+ parking bays).


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    #610
    Luckylow10
    Registered Users Posts: 137 ✭✭Luckylow10


    Just got Elvi EVBox installed today. Wasn’t a straightforward install, fusebox is in middle of the house so a lot of work hiding cables etc. and also have electric shower but have to say the lads did a fantastic job..


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    #611
    mightybashful
    Registered Users Posts: 1,254 ✭✭✭mightybashful


    Black_Knight wrote: »
    Finally got my rolec wallpod installed. ~€450 for the unit itself, and the sparks just wanted €100 to install it (he's doing other work at my house at the moment, but didn't make much of a hullabaloo about it being anything other than just like installing an external socket).

    Happy days!

    6970a59ecc78ab9f80110debbe7d6f86.png

    Where did you buy this socket? . My house is getting built just now and I'd get my electrician to fit it while he's there


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    #612
    Black_Knight
    Moderators Posts: 12,363 ✭✭✭✭Black_Knight


    mightybashful wrote: »
    Where did you buy this socket? . My house is getting built just now and I'd get my electrician to fit it while he's there

    evonestop

    https://evonestop.co.uk/collections/home-charging-range/products/wallpod-ev-charging-unit-type-2-socket-16-32-amp3-6-7-2kw-ip65?variant=9669995921455


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    #613
    mightybashful
    Registered Users Posts: 1,254 ✭✭✭mightybashful


    Black_Knight wrote: »
    evonestop

    https://evonestop.co.uk/collections/home-charging-range/products/wallpod-ev-charging-unit-type-2-socket-16-32-amp3-6-7-2kw-ip65?variant=9669995921455

    Thanks Mr Knight


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    #614
    Gumbo
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 38,436 Mod ✭✭✭✭Gumbo


    Mach Two wrote: »
    Will the grant cover the cost of it.

    Officially, it won’t but if your smart in buying and fitting it can.
    I bought my charger for €200. Mate charged €100 for connecting and certs.
    I ran all the cables during a renovation.

    Total cost €300
    Grant returned €600.
    Profit €300 :)

    But there was an RCBO bought through the trade as part of the electrical work so that has to be added on too.


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    #615
    mightybashful
    Registered Users Posts: 1,254 ✭✭✭mightybashful


    kceire wrote: »
    Officially, it won’t but if your smart in buying and fitting it can.
    I bought my charger for €200. Mate charged €100 for connecting and certs.
    I ran all the cables during a renovation.

    Total cost €300
    Grant returned €600.
    Profit €300 :)

    But there was an RCBO bought through the trade as part of the electrical work so that has to be added on too.

    Where was it €200 for the charger?


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    #616
    Gumbo
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 38,436 Mod ✭✭✭✭Gumbo


    mightybashful wrote: »
    Where was it €200 for the charger?

    A guy on the FB group got an original one as part of the free installs. Then bought another EV seemly, and I bought the second one he got from eCars.

    It was an ABL Unit 16A but 32A capable.
    They pop up now and again on eBay etc


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    #617
    n97 mini
    Registered Users Posts: 8,295 ✭✭✭n97 mini


    mightybashful wrote: »
    Where was it €200 for the charger?

    There's a very fancy Type-1 tethered charger on the FB group at the moment for 280.

    You might need to be a member.
    https://m.facebook.com/groups/1398421950294098?ref=content_filter

    They come up regularly on adverts and eBay too.


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    #618
    DrPhilG
    Registered Users Posts: 12,195 ✭✭✭✭DrPhilG


    n97 mini wrote: »
    You might need to be a member.
    https://m.facebook.com/groups/1398421950294098?ref=content_filter

    Yeah it's a closed group, but just click to join and one of the world class handsome and intelligent admins will accept your request quick sharp. ;)


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    #619
    Gumbo
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 38,436 Mod ✭✭✭✭Gumbo


    n97 mini wrote: »
    There's a very fancy Type-1 tethered charger on the FB group at the moment for 280.

    You might need to be a member.
    https://m.facebook.com/groups/1398421950294098?ref=content_filter

    They come up regularly on adverts and eBay too.

    Wow very fancy alright.
    I never seen one of them before.


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    #620
    mightybashful
    Registered Users Posts: 1,254 ✭✭✭mightybashful


    DrPhilG wrote: »
    Yeah it's a closed group, but just click to join and one of the world class handsome and intelligent admins will accept your request quick sharp. ;)

    Handsome and intelligent eh? Say no more. Request sent :)


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    #621
    mightybashful
    Registered Users Posts: 1,254 ✭✭✭mightybashful


    kceire wrote: »
    Wow very fancy alright.
    I never seen one of them before.

    OK so I'm new to all this. Seller is getting rid cos she needs a type 2 for her zoe.
    I've a zoe coming next month, so am I right in thinking this ain't the charger for me?


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    #622
    n97 mini
    Registered Users Posts: 8,295 ✭✭✭n97 mini


    kceire wrote: »
    Wow very fancy alright.
    I never seen one of them before.

    Same. Anyone know what make it is?


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    #623
    mightybashful
    Registered Users Posts: 1,254 ✭✭✭mightybashful


    mightybashful wrote: »
    OK so I'm new to all this. Seller is getting rid cos she needs a type 2 for her zoe.
    I've a zoe coming next month, so am I right in thinking this ain't the charger for me?

    Anyone?


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    #624
    eoferrall
    Registered Users Posts: 2,542 ✭✭✭eoferrall


    mightybashful wrote: »
    Anyone?

    here says type II charger is the connection type

    https://www.cdn.renault.com/content/dam/Renault/IE/Brochures/Vehicles/zoe-brochure-may.pdf

    Ad doesn't say what type it is, but if she is selling as needs a type II I would assume she's done her homework and it is not the one for you.


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    #625
    this.lad
    Registered Users Posts: 252 ✭✭this.lad


    I have read about priority switches etc for chargers i assume, possibly incorrectly, that this applies to 32A chargers.

    Can you run 2 16A chargers or a 16 and a 32 without an issue?

    Thanks,

    About to go to 2evs in the house...


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    #626
    JohnC.
    Registered Users Posts: 3,374 ✭✭✭JohnC.


    It's not just about charging your cars, but everything else in the house using power too.


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    #627
    this.lad
    Registered Users Posts: 252 ✭✭this.lad


    JohnC. wrote: »
    It's not just about charging your cars, but everything else in the house using power too.

    Yeah i get that alright. Only charge at night when the night rate kicks in. Could set the cars to charge one after the other. One start at 12 the other at 3 maybe?


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    #628
    stimpson
    Registered Users Posts: 7,815 ✭✭✭stimpson


    this.lad wrote: »
    Yeah i get that alright. Only charge at night when the night rate kicks in. Could set the cars to charge one after the other. One start at 12 the other at 3 maybe?

    The Zappi will reduce the charge rate when there is excess load on the house rather than switch it in and off like a priority switch. A timer would work OK, but if the timers got reset and overlap then you could possible blow the main fuse in the house.

    I’m sure other charge points can be set to charge at a lower rate. Makes little difference if it’s overnight.


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    #629
    unkel
    Registered Users Posts: 64,764 ✭✭✭✭unkel


    Most cars can be set to charge at a lower rate too.


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    #630
    Gumbo
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 38,436 Mod ✭✭✭✭Gumbo


    this.lad wrote: »
    I have read about priority switches etc for chargers i assume, possibly incorrectly, that this applies to 32A chargers.

    Can you run 2 16A chargers or a 16 and a 32 without an issue?

    Thanks,

    About to go to 2evs in the house...

    Let one use the charge point and one use the granny charger.


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    #631
    this.lad
    Registered Users Posts: 252 ✭✭this.lad


    kceire wrote: »
    Let one use the charge point and one use the granny charger.

    Yeah i had suggested that myself on the other thread. Just if the two needed a good charge up of a night was looking at all options


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