I'm interested in some feedback for this draft flyer I want to give to businesses as a suggested guide for an expandable charge station. I'm thinking about doing a...
John L. replied:
I like the initiative Craig Salmon thank you. I agree with Pam McKinlay in that there is a place to include other commercial (32amp) options as some small businesses may still choose this. For example the Kopu Cafe near Thames has opted for the Delta unit (to be installed shortly) despite being aware of the low cost commando option. Others will still go for the "entry level" option. Your work and that of others does suggest the need for a more comprehensive guide for businesses and local bodies, something which takes a strategic perspective, i.e. short, medium and longer term charging infrastructure scenarios into consideration. Is it time for, and is it even practicle, for a working group to attempt such a task, perhaps along with Drive Electric and other stake holders such as Charge.Net, North Power Vector? In the meantime your contribution can only add value to our collective enterprise.
Sigurd M. replied:
I recently learnt about the JuiceBox EVSE that go up to 40 amps/9.2 kwh which is great, a little more attractive to the teslas out there, and only 999+GST (wifi model). I think Mark Yates has imported and been selling a lot of them https://www.emotorwerks.com/products/online-store/202-juicebox-pro-40-smart-40-amp-evse-with-24-foot-cable
Pam M. replied:
Also wondering about these as an alternative in some places - $1300.00 plus GST and freight and $140 for the pole? 208 - 240 Vac / 30 A, Delta EV AC Charger, Key Features: • Stylish ergonomic design • RFID card reader for user authentication • Wired/wireless network capability for back office integration • Robust Type 3R ingress protection and IK8 vandal-proof casing • Cost-saving delay timer for off-peak EV charging • SAE J1772 standard compliance Applications: Service Station, Parking, Residential, Commercial, Fleet There's other brands in same vein also. www.deltaww.com/evcs
Craig S. replied:
I'm working on the idea of a small business first with a limited power supply. These Delta options and ones like Juicepoint supply would be great at say Count Down or bunnings...
Anyone know a reliable electrician in the Palo Alto area? I'm afraid I used up my do-it-yourself luck with my plumbing experience. If I can't fix electrical by...
Karilee W. replied:
Jason from Romano Electrichttp://www.yelp.com/biz/romano-electric-santa-clara