Initially establish the charger you need

This Guide is intended to educate you on the correct way to choose a EV charger so with that said let’s get straight onto the topic, EV chargers come in 3 different levels; Level one, Level two and Level three, Level 3 chargers are commonly found on commercial settings so therefore it is most likely you will need a level 1 or 2 charger. The most common type of home setting EV charger is a level 2 charger this should answer your question however if you’re still unsure please check by contacting us before you make a purchase.

Then let’s take a look at the connector

Now you may find yourself struggling at this point wondering what on earth is a connector! To put it in more simple terms for you it’s the plug that connects to the car, EV cars from china generally use GB/T charging plugs whereas a Tesla would use a different plug. See the photo attached below to assist you in identifying the plug type however if you still struggle check out this guide or contact us

I want a Type 2 charger for my Chinese vehicle?

Upgrade your electric vehicle charging experience with our high-quality TYPE 2 to GB/T Adapter. This adapter is designed to bridge the gap between European and Chinese EV charging standards, making it a versatile solution for EV owners who need to charge their vehicles using different charging stations. You can view our type 2 to GBT adapter on the products page.

The next step is to look at length

This is a vital step ensure you measure correctly and order slightly extra cable to ensure your installation goes ahead without any issues, This also ensures you can charge your car comfortably day to day. Measuring is a relatively easy process all you should need is a tape measure and 5 minutes of time.

Finally it’s the installation process

Now you have all the requirements you can go ahead and get a certified installer to wire it all up for you before you enjoy many years of stress free charging, Still feeling stuck? Check out our installation guide, Oh and just before we let you go do not forget ShamsPlug can take care of the complete process for you saving you time and headache.

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