Legrand has announced the launch of its first Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger for residential applications — the Plug-In Home Level 2 EV Charger.
Getting started with Legrand’s Plug-In Home Level 2 EV Charger is easy. Simply plug the non-networked unit into a 50A power outlet, indoors or out, and start charging — no complicated setup or configuration required. Equipped with a SAE J1772 Connector, the North American standard, the charger works with any electric vehicle (adapter required for Tesla models).
Legrand’s unit is rated for 40A and provides an output of 9.6kW, making for a considerably faster charge than Level 1 models and taking the EV’s battery from 0 to 100 percent in 8-10 hours. It also delivers an extended range of up to 38 miles per hour of charging.
“On top of safety and speed, we also wanted to provide a charger that simply wasn’t going to get in the way,” says Kevin Kohl, Legrand’s director product management, user experiences, who took the lead on this project. “For many people, their garages and driveways don’t have a lot of room to spare. The unit itself is sleek and compact so that it can provide convenient charging access without adding bulk to the space. Its cord is 18 feet long, so that it can easily reach multiple spots and get where it needs to, but it then easily rolls up and stores on the unit’s included hook and holster. Perfect for keeping it tidy and out of the way when not in use.”
Energy Star Certified for efficiency, Legrand’s EV charger can also qualify users for potential rebates and tax credits. Eligibility details can be found on www.energystar.gov.
Legrand’s Plug-In Home Level 2 EV Charger is available now (US Only). A hard-wired version for residential applications is also already in development and expected to launch later this year.
For more information, visit https://www.legrand.us/.
