Types of EV Charging Connectors – The use of EVs in the world is becoming more and more popular as they offer clean energy and efficient performance.
However, with the increasing number of EVs, some crucial components to support the use of EVs must also improve.
The connectors, sockets, and plugs that EVs use are one example. EV connectors may vary depending on the type of EV and also the type of charging station.
Also Read
You cannot use one type of charging connector for all types of EVs, so knowing the types can help you understand each type of EV charging connectors.
So, let’s take a look at the explanation that dimulti has prepared, just for you!
Table of Contents
Types of EV Charging Connectors
There are several types of ev charging connectors that each have their own features and capabilities, including:
1. SAE J1772 Connector – Type 1
This connector is also often referred to as the J Plug or Type 1 connector which is widely standardized in North America and Japan.
With five pins and using up to 80 amps and 240 volts, this charging connector can produce 19.2 kW of power.
As that being said, the J Plug can be used for level 1 and level 2 charging which is quite reliable for everyday EV use.
One drawback of the J Plug connector is the absence of an automatic locking mechanism which is quite useful when charging, especially in public places.
2. Mennekes Connector – Type 2
The next one is the type 2 connector or also known as the Mennekes connector which is standardized primarily in Europe.
Using seven pins, it can charge up to 32 amps using 400 volts input and can provide power of up to 22 kW. Therefore, this type 2 can be used for EV charging level 2.
In addition, the Mennekes connector also has an automatic locking system that can lock the connector and prevent the connector from being removed during the charging process.
Also Read: “3 Types of Electric Vehicle Charging“
3. CCS Connector – Type 1
CCS or Combined Charging System is a combined SAE 1772 connector with two high-speed DC fast charging pins.
CCS itself is the standard connector for DCFC applied in North America, which can deliver up to 500 amps and 1000 volts DC with a maximum power output of 360kW.
Because it uses a combination of pins, this means that EV manufacturers get one AC and DC port, rather than using two different ports.
4. CSS Connector – Type 2
Just like CSS connector type 1, type 2 also uses a combination of one AC plug with two DCFC pins.
The difference is that Type 1 uses a combination of SAE 1772, type 2 uses Mennekes as the main AC plug.
Which makes CSS connector type 2 a standard that is widely used in Europe.
5. CHAdeMO Connector
The fifth is the CHAdeMO connector which is a DCFC connector developed by Japanese automakers.
This connector has the ability to deliver 400 amps and 400 volts with a maximum power output of 400 KW.
6. GB/T Connector
The next is the GB/T connector which is the standard EV charging connector in China.There are two GB/T connectors in China which are divided into AC for level 2 charging and DC for fast charging (level 3).
The AC one is capable of delivering 250 volts 32 amps and can provide a power put of up to 7.4 kW.
The DC variant can deliver power of 440 volts 250 amps and can provide power of 237.5 kW.
7. Tesla Connector
The last one is the Tesla connector which is used exclusively for Tesla-branded EVs.
There you have it! The different types of EV Charging Connectors!
