What is the Difference Between 380V and 220V Charging Piles?

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SanAriel
07/29/25 10:37pm
The differences between 220V and 380V charging piles are as follows: Input and output voltage differences: AC (220V) charging piles have a single-phase 220V input voltage and a single-phase 220V/5KW output power. DC (380V) charging piles have a three-phase four-wire 380VAC input voltage and output DC power, with the output voltage meeting the battery system requirements of the charging object. Charging methods differ: AC (220V) charging piles generally have only one charging mode, while DC (380V) charging piles offer two charging methods: standard and fast. The standard method takes 5 hours, and the fast method takes 1 hour (depending on battery type). Protection levels differ: AC (220V) charging piles must comply with the "Low Voltage Distribution Design Code" (GB/50053), while DC (380V) charging piles must meet the "GB-4208-1993 Enclosure Protection Level (IP Code)" IP54 requirements. Usage timing: During peak daytime charging, 380V AC fast charging is used. At night, when charging demand is lower, 220V DC slow charging is employed. Classification of charging piles: By installation method: They can be divided into floor-mounted and wall-mounted charging piles. Floor-mounted ones are suitable for parking spaces away from walls, while wall-mounted ones are ideal for spaces near walls. By installation location: They can be categorized as public or dedicated charging piles. Public charging piles are installed in public parking lots to serve all vehicles. Dedicated charging piles are installed in private parking lots for internal use by organizations or individuals. By number of charging interfaces: They can be single-outlet or multi-outlet charging piles. By charging method: Charging piles can be DC, AC, or AC/DC hybrid. Charging piles function similarly to gas pumps in fueling stations. They can be fixed to the ground or walls and installed in public buildings (e.g., shopping malls, public parking lots) or residential areas. They can charge various electric vehicle models at different voltage levels. The input end of a charging pile connects directly to the AC grid, while the output end features a charging plug for EVs. Charging piles typically offer standard and fast charging modes. Users can swipe a specific charging card on the human-machine interface to select charging methods, durations, print cost data, etc. The display screen shows charging volume, cost, and time.
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