EV Charging using 13amp external socket outlet

johnwicklover:

For an external socket outlet to be used as a dedicated EV charging point, what are the earthing arrangements ? Given it will be RCD protected. I assuming this socket outlet will be considered as an EV Charging point under the regs.


Is mode 1 not allowed in the UK anymore? I read this in an article done by IET Wiring matter "According to a note in IEC 61851 Mode 1 charging is not permitted in the UK". If so why is it still in the regs?


Thanks.


J

Mode 2 charging also uses a standard socket-outlet. This is the "granny lead" people talk about that comes with a new EV.

Mode 2 leads have an in-cable control box which has some safety features built in, whereas Mode 1 does not.


Even though Mode 1 charging should not be found on a new car, there needs to be provision for existing vehicles also.

johnwicklover:

For an external socket outlet to be used as a dedicated EV charging point, what are the earthing arrangements ? Given it will be RCD protected. I assuming this socket outlet will be considered as an EV Charging point under the regs.


Is mode 1 not allowed in the UK anymore? I read this in an article done by IET Wiring matter "According to a note in IEC 61851 Mode 1 charging is not permitted in the UK". If so why is it still in the regs?


Thanks.


J

Mode 2 charging also uses a standard socket-outlet. This is the "granny lead" people talk about that comes with a new EV.

Mode 2 leads have an in-cable control box which has some safety features built in, whereas Mode 1 does not.


Even though Mode 1 charging should not be found on a new car, there needs to be provision for existing vehicles also.