BESEN , leading the EV charging to a better way!
Language
BESEN , leading the EV charging to a better way!
The incentive to buy an Electric Vehicle as of late has been considerable, given the benefits they offer over combustion engines in terms of efficiency, environmental preservation, and now affordability as well. EVs are a crucial factor not only in reducing individual dependence on fossil fuels but also national and international. The harmful effects of gasoline and fossil-based fuels are not news, but a promising and effective solution in the form of EVs is undoubtedly available.
Okay, EVs EV Charger is good for the environment; we can easily establish that. But are they practical to use? And, getting to the article's topic, can you charge them in your house using a regular old outlet, or will you need to be splurging on fancy equipment just to be able to use your new vehicle? This question is often the first question asked by prospective EV Charge buyers, and the answer is yes, absolutely you can! The process is as simple as possible, but there are a few nuances to note. With that said, let's get into the discussion:
First of all, should you charge using a regular outlet?
Yes, you should, and you can! The most common type of outlet you'll find is 110, 240, and 220 volt rated switches. These are the same sockets that you'll be plugging your phone into at the end of the day for charging, and they can certainly double as your EV charging stations too.
Depending on the charger you have, you should be able to get a fair amount of charge with the outlet in your garage or even through an extension cord if an outlet isn't nearby. With L1 chargers, which you get for free with your car, you should be able to get 30-50 miles of range with an overnight charge, while Level 2 chargers should provide you a full charge overnight (though additional equipment is needed).
The convenience of charging at home is a must-have for an EV, and pretty much any make or model out there will offer that to you. If you are constrained with funds or do not want to invest in the infrastructure required to use L2 charging stations at home (the type you see near your supermarket), you can simply take the “emergency” cord you got with your car and plug that in a regular outlet!
What you need to pay attention to when using an outlet:
When it comes to charging batteries, the more voltage/wattage you can get, the faster it’ll charge. Now, we’re not saying you should always go for more wattage since if you exceed the acceptance rate of your electronics, you may damage them. In terms of your EV chargers, if you have a 110-volt outlet, you'll likely suffer from slower speeds than outlets with 220- or 240-volt ratings. The speeds you'll be getting here are categorized as L1 or Level 1 charging, which are the baseline speeds you get with any EV charger. According to manufacturer descriptions and user reviews, this should be enough for a moderate amount of daily commute distances.
You'll want an outlet with a higher volt rating for higher speeds, which means 220 volts or higher. For this, think of the outlets in your home that you use for your dryers. To get the best out of these outlets, you should also consider integrating Level 2 (L2) charging into your household to get the best pairing with your Electric Vehicle. With L2 charging, you can reach speeds more than twice as fast as L1, which means you can quickly get a full charge overnight and go for lengthy trips as necessary. For household use, L2 charging may be considered overkill by some, as the public charge stations that can be found all over the US are also equipped with L2 charging stations. If you can meet your daily commute needs with L1 charging, we recommend foregoing L2 integration and getting the increased speeds from external L2 stations when required. For either option, we recommend checking these offerings from BESEN.
Why we recommend using a regular outlet:
Regular outlets are the most common types of outlets that you can find not just across your house but also across the country! This means that there is no other form of EV charging that is as convenient as charging with a regular outlet. Moreover, using Level 1 charging (which is what you get when charging directly from a standard outlet) is a lot cheaper than Level 2 and DCFC, which require their own infrastructure to be implemented and are generally more expensive.
With the emergency cable that you got with your electric vehicle or an excellent alternative from BESEN, you can charge your EV with no additional cost other than your electricity bill increasing a bit.
Advantages of BESEN's chargers
Apart from being compatible with any type of regular outlet in your house, BESEN offers a lot of value for money, customizability, and ease of use that leave its competitors in the dust! Some of these features include:
1 High conductivity
2 Arcing, ergonomic, and integrated design
3 Temperature monitoring
4 Customizability
5 Environmental protection
6 And much more!
Charging at the workplace?
If charging at home is not an option, or only L1 charging is available, which may be insufficient for you, workplace charging is another great alternative! Many employers across the US are installing charging stations for their employees. Moreover, these stations are likely equipped with L2 charging, which means you can easily get a full charge while working and utilize that for the rest of the week! If there is no charging station, consider looking for a parking spot with a regular outlet nearby. That way, you can get double the amount of L1 charging you would get if you only charged at home.
To conclude, you can most certainly plug your EV charger into any regular outlet in your house; the only thing that will vary will be the speed with which it charges! For all your EV charging needs, visit BESEN to view their catalog of extensive EV products, including connectors, adapters, and chargers.
