Charging an EV from rooftop solar in Perth
Daytime charging can use solar that would otherwise be exported. Charger selection and scheduling depend on when the car is home and how much spare generation is available.
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Clear filtersDaytime charging can use solar that would otherwise be exported. Charger selection and scheduling depend on when the car is home and how much spare generation is available.
Before paying for an EVDC output upgrade, check whether your module accepts the software licence. Compatibility depends on the module, and charging speed still depends on the wider system.
Read the articleHardware version determines whether an EVDC can take the charging licence. Battery configuration and available solar affect how much of the higher limit a household can use.
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