EV Charging Guide

Learn how to read voltage, current, power, energy, time, temperature and phase information on a portable EV charger display, and why its readings may differ slightly from the vehicle or App during charging.

6 mA DC protection detects smooth direct-current leakage during AC charging. Learn why this threshold matters, how it supports the electrical protection system and how it differs from other charger safety functions.

Separate schedules in the vehicle and charger can delay charging or shorten the available time. Learn how the settings interact, how delay timers work and why one main schedule is easier to manage.

Learn how IP54, IP65 and IP66 differ, what each digit means and what to check before choosing an EV charger for a garage, covered parking space or an exposed outdoor charging location at home.

The right charger for a plug-in hybrid depends on its Type 2 inlet, maximum AC charging power and usual parking location. Compare Schuko chargers, mobile wallboxes, fixed wallboxes and public AC cables.

Most untethered public AC stations in Europe require drivers to bring a Type 2-to-Type 2 cable. Check the vehicle inlet, cable rating and practical length before choosing one for everyday charging.

Wi-Fi enables networked App features, Bluetooth supports nearby setup and control, and RFID manages charging access. Compare these wallbox functions for your home, workplace, shared parking space and daily charging routine.