What are the requirements for electric vehicle charging sockets?

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Sean
07/29/25 1:44pm
Electric vehicle charging sockets require 220V 16A. Below are the specific introductions to electric vehicle charging methods: 1. Slow charging: Slow charging generally uses the traditional method of constant voltage and constant current to charge the vehicle. The charging current is approximately 15A. Taking a 120A-h battery as an example, the charging time is controlled between 8-12 hours. It is low-cost and stable in operation, with a small charging current, which is beneficial for battery lifespan. 2. Fast charging: Fast charging typically uses a high charging current of 150~400A to charge the battery in a short time. Fast charging requires better batteries and charging stations, and not all electric vehicles can be fast-charged. Although the charging speed is increased, during the fast charging process, the battery's heat generation increases dramatically, and intense chemical reactions occur inside the battery, which can have a certain impact on the battery's lifespan, thereby significantly increasing the later usage costs of the electric vehicle.
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