SPARKS Magazine Autumn 2021 issue

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FEATURE: EV CHARGING | SPARKS

JAKE HARDCASTLE

Take a look at this video by Artisan Electrics looking in detail at all things that should be considered before installation.

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Electrical Lecturer Leeds College of Building

With the ban on Internal Combustion Engine vehicles set to come into effect in 2030, the demand for EV chargers is set to soar. Things we must assess prior to installing an EV charger include the location of the charger, the location of any necessary earth electrode and the adequacy of the existing installation.

1. A BS1363 socket that is installed as a dedicated EV charging socket outlet shall be identified by a label with the words: Answer: 2. Charging equipment installed in an outside location shall have a minimum IP rating of? Answer:

Go to sparks-magazine.co.uk to download exercise answers for free.

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When deciding the location of the EV charger to be installed, remember to find out not just where but how the client parks their car. You wouldn’t want to get to the end of your install only to find out your lead doesn’t reach the client’s charging inlet!

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