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The type of connector. This is determined by whether an EV is charged using AC or DC, the charging speed (kW power) and the safety protocol employed. Having different countries of origin, the make and model will also determine which connector are used.
3-pin Type G (BS 1363)
EV cable with an infrastructure end plug that is commonly used in the UK household (i.e. a 3-pin BS1363 plug).
JEVS G105 (CHAdeMO) DC
A CHAdeMO quick-charger delivers 50 kW of high voltage direct current via a special safety approved connector with specification that can go up to 100kW.
Type 1 SAEJ1772 (IEC 62196)
The SAE J1772-2009 connector, is commonly found on EV charging equipment in North America.
Type 2 Combo (IEC 62196) DC
The Combined Charging System is a quick charging method, delivering high-voltage direct current via a special electrical connector derived from the SAE J1772 (IEC Type 1) or IEC Type 2 connector. The plug is a combination of an AC connector with a DC option.
Type 2 Mennekes (IEC 62196)
The IEC 62196 Type 2 connector is used for charging electric cars within Europe. Electric power is provided as single-phase or three- phase alternating current (AC), or direct current (DC).
Type 3 Scame (IEC 62196)
Type 3 sockets and socket-outlets have shutters. These shutters are mandatory in the UK to prevent children (and adults) from contacting live parts.
Type 2 Tesla (IEC 62196) DC
A modified form of the IEC 62196 Type 2 connector for European cars and the European
Commando 2P+E (IEC 60309)
A 3-pin connector made by MK Electric that conforms to the IEC 60309 standard for plugs, socket-outlets and couplers for industrial purposes.
Commando 3P+N+E (IEC 60309)
A 5-pin connector made by MK Electric that conforms to the IEC 60309 standard for plugs, socket-outlets and couplers for industrial purposes.