Is it okay for an electric vehicle charger to get wet in the rain?

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OJames
07/30/25 9:20am
Getting an electric vehicle charger wet in the rain can easily cause water ingress, which may lead to the charger burning out. Conventional Lead-Acid Battery: The plates of a conventional lead-acid battery are made of lead and lead oxide, with the electrolyte being an aqueous solution of sulfuric acid. Its main advantages are stable voltage and low cost; the disadvantages include low specific energy (i.e., the amount of electrical energy stored per kilogram of battery), short service life, and frequent maintenance requirements. Dry-Charged Battery: Its full name is dry-charged lead-acid battery. The main feature is that the negative plate has a high capacity for storing electricity. In a completely dry state, it can retain the stored charge for up to two years. When in use, you only need to add the electrolyte and wait for 20-30 minutes before it can be used. Maintenance-Free Battery: Due to its structural advantages, a maintenance-free battery consumes very little electrolyte and basically does not require the addition of distilled water during its service life. It also features shock resistance, high-temperature tolerance, compact size, and low self-discharge. Its service life is generally twice that of a conventional lead-acid battery.
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