What steps do you need to take to install an electric vehicle charging station?

Installing an ECOFACTOR charging station is easy We have prepared guidelines for you to install your own business charging station.

What steps do you need to take to install an electric vehicle charging station?

Step 1. Choose a location for the charging station. It should be accessible to the car, have an appropriate number of parking spaces and be close to the power grid.

Step 2. Prepare a location for the charging station. This may include installing a foundation with a console or mounting the charging station on the facade.

Step 3. Install the power supply to the location of your charging station.

1. Determine the distance between the charging station and the electrical distribution board. Consider factors such as whether the cable can be laid in a safe place for users, maximum cable length requirements, etc. 

2. Prepare the necessary equipment for cable installation. This can include cable, tubing, terminals, mounting brackets, and other items. Several factors must be considered to determine the required cable cross-section, such as mains voltage, cable length, conductor material, and voltage loss factor.

Refer to the manual supplied with the product for recommendations on the cross-section of the wire:

AC stations

Solo-22 EFC AC-32MSB

With copper conductor ≥ 6 mm²;

With aluminium core≥ 10 mm².

Duet-44 EFC AC-32M2SB

With copper conductor ≥ 16 mm²;

With aluminium core≥ 25 mm².

Trio-36 EFC AC-32J2M1SB

With copper conductor ≥ 16 mm²;

With aluminium core≥ 25 mm².

DC stations

With aluminium core ≥ 70 mm²

With copper conductor ≥ 50 mm²

3. Install the tubes to protect the cable from damage. The tubes should be installed along the wall or ceiling to provide maximum protection from external influences. Or, select a route to route the cable.

The route should be at least one metre away from large trees. Crossing with other cables is undesirable. crossing places with increased ground load, such as car parks, is undesirable. Dig a trench about 80 cm deep. Make a sand cushion, prepare the cable and put the pipes and cases on the cable in advance. Lay the cable, draw a plan of its location, and cover it with sand and soil. 

4. Connect the cable to the electrical distribution board. Make sure that the connection is made in accordance with safety requirements.

5. Connect the cable to the charging station. Make sure that all contacts are connected correctly to avoid possible problems with the power supply. Use the charging station manual.

As a reminder: work on high-voltage networks must be carried out by professionals - installers from the municipal power company or another service company who have the appropriate certificates. 

Step 4. Connect the charging station to the mains. Check the quality of the connection. Test the charging station to ensure that all components are working correctly and safely.

Test the charging station to make sure it is working properly. 

Tip: : 

Install appropriate signs and instructions on how to use the charging station. This will help users understand how to use the charging station correctly and safely