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What to consider when picking an EV Charger?


Single-Phase vs Three-Phase EV Chargers: less is more

FACT SHEET

Single-phase Charger 7kW

Three-phase Charger (11kw)

Three-phase Charger (22kw)

Adds 100km of range in 3 hours

Adds 100km of range in 1 .5 hour

Adds 100km of range in 1 hour

Can charge all EVs at full 7kW

Charges few cars at 11kW*

Charges few cars at 22kW

Can easily be added as a second charger

Makes multi-charger difficult

Not future proof for multi-charger

Efficient utilisation

Overkill

Overkill

Cheaper

Expensive

Unnecessary expense



Lower Installation Cost 

Installing a single-phase charger can be up to 30% cheaper than a three-phase


Seamless Compatibility 

All EVs are capable of charging in single phase, even the three-phase ones


Sufficient Charging Speed for Daily Use 

For most Australian EV owners, a single-phase charger is fast enough for daily driving


Ease of Expansion 

Many Australian families have multiple cars. Just add another single-phase EV charger when you get a second EV


Efficient Utilisation 

3 x single phase chargers combined consume less power than 1 x three-phase charger