How electric vehicle charging stations work

How electric vehicle charging stations work

Electric vehicle charging stations work by providing electrical energy to recharge the battery of an electric vehicle. The charging process is similar to charging a mobile phone. Charging an Electric Vehicle begins when the vehicle is plugged into the charging station, and the station communicates with the vehicle to ensure that the battery is compatible and safe to charge.

The charging station then delivers electricity to the vehicle’s battery, which is converted from AC to DC through an onboard charger. The charging speed and time depend on various factors, including the capacity of the battery, the charging level of the station, and the electrical infrastructure available.

Three main types of electric vehicle charging stations are Level 1, Level 2, and DC fast charging (also known as Level 3). Level 1 charging uses a standard household outlet and delivers a slow charge of up to 5 miles of range per hour. Level 2 charging requires a dedicated 240V circuit and delivers a faster charge of up to 25 miles of range per hour. Level 2 charging is the preferred method for powering electric vehicles in residential and long-term parking commercial environments given the power it can provide to the vehicle most efficiently. DC fast charging is the fastest type, delivering up to 80% charge in as little as 30 minutes. DC fast chargers are found in commercial and or municipal settings considering the high power infrastructure required to power these chargers.

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