Type 2 EV Home Charger
Our award-winning charger just got better
From £849, including standard installation.
Convenient and easy home charging
Track energy usage and manage costs along with other smart features within the Pod Point App.
5-year warranty as standard1
Covers both the product and installation, for added peace of mind.
Standard installation included
90% of customers qualify for our Which? Trusted Trader endorsed installation service.
Future-proof your home
Our solar compatible charger automatically works with solar panels whether you have them now or get them installed in the future.
The difference between a type 1 and type 2 charger
Typically used for top-up charging at home, work and destinations, there are two types of AC vehicle-side connectors.
| AC connector type | Typical Power Ratings | Approx range per hour charging** | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
Type 1
|
3.7kW 7kW |
12.5 miles 25 miles |
|
Type 2
|
3.7kW 7kW 22kW (three-phase)* |
12.5 miles 25 miles 75 miles |
|
* Some models of Renault Zoe can draw 43kW, giving 145 miles of range per hour (for the Zoe, 43kW is classed as an en route rapid charger).
** Assumes 60kWh full battery electric vehicle (BEV) with a range of 200 miles.
Solar made simple
Harness the full benefits of zero-cost and zero-carbon charging with our easy-to-use solar integration.
Not got solar panels yet? No problem, the Solo 3S will automatically work with future solar panel installations.
Please see our guide on how solar panels can charge electric cars for more information.
Tech specs (3.6kW/7kW)
For more specifications please see our data sheet.
Dimensions (HxWxD) |
330mm x 290mm x 167mm | 330mm x 290mm x 112mm |
| Weight | 3.5kg |
6kg |
| Connection type | Universal type 2 socket | Type 2 |
| Compatibility | All plug-in vehicles | Type 2 compatible vehicles |
| Charging mode | Mode 3 | Mode 3 |
| Cable length | N/A | 5m |
| Cable holster supplied | Sold separately | Yes |
| Lockable | Key lock sold separately | Key lock sold separately |
| Socket type | Mennekes Type 2 (IEC 62196-2) socket with statutory locking mechanism | Mennekes Type 2 (IEC 62196-2) socket with statutory locking mechanism |
| Wi-Fi | WPA, WPA2, WPA3 or Open Wi-Fi | WPA, WPA2, WPA3 or Open Wi-Fi |
| IP Rating | IP54 enclosure (IP44/54 for plugs and socket) | IP54 enclosure (IP44/54 for plugs and socket) |
| IK Rating | IK10 | IK10 |
| Operating temperature | -25°c - 50°C | -25°c - 50°C |
| Protection | 6mA DC Leakage, Over current, PME and failed earth protection. |
6mA DC Leakage, Over current, PME and failed earth protection. |
Disclaimers:
1 The 5 year extended warranty applies only to domestic chargers purchased at full RRP directly through Pod Point via our website (excluding referrals through any external third parties).
*Applies to standard installations only and from point at which pre-installation form has been completed. Engineer availability dependent.
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