EVSE (EV Charging Point) Kit Components
All Prices Include VAT & UK Postage
Non-UK Orders must pay for additional postage
1 & 2. EPCs - Electronic Protocol Controllers:
If you want to make your own EVSE (electric vehicle service equipment AKA charging point/station) then you’ll need this specially designed EPC (electronic protocol controller) conforming to the IEC 62196 charging standard.
I strongly recommend you watch this youtube video on the subject of DIY EVSEs...
The main function of the EPC is to control the maximum current that the EVSE will ‘advertise’ to a connected EV. The EV then agrees a mutually agreeable charging current with the EPC and charging then commences by the EPC closing a small internal relay which connects mains power to a power contactor inside the EVSE which, in turn, connects the mains supply to the EV’s charger.
1. Universal EPC V2.0 Lite
With Residual Current Detection/Protection Support (Optional Extra)
Example of Tethered (left) and Free (right) EVSE installation.
Type 1 Plug & Socket
Type 2 Male Plug & Socket
Type 2 Female Plug & Socket
Prices include UK P&P & VAT*
‘-V2’ = Universal V2.0 Lite
EPC Options:
3. DIN Rail Mounting Terminals
(Price valid only as part of a larger order)
Max conductor entry size:
10mm2/32A (15g)
6mm2/16A (10g)
Light Grey Nylon Plain Glands - IP68
(Price valid only as part of a larger order)
M32 - 32mm cut-out - Cable Size: 18-25mm (30g) (no stock)
M25 - 25mm cut-out - Cable Size: 13-18mm (30g)
M20 - 20mm cut-out - Cable Size: 10-14mm (15g)
M16 - 16mm cut-out - Cable Size: 5-10mm (15g)
Click here for wiring diagrams and EPC/IEC 62196 explanation.
Options:
Options:
Cheaper ‘Combo’ Options
I can supply the ‘Free’ EPC and Type 2, 16/32A (single/3 phase) FEMALE socket at a special combined price either with or without the socket pre-wired with 0.5m of 16A or 32A tails (according to current rating ordered). See ‘EPC Options:’ payment button, below.
2 Pole 16A & 40A RCBO
Type ‘A’ - B Curve
(‘BA’ = Bought Alone, ‘PO’ = Part Order)
(Weight: See drop-down) - Specs here...
4. DIN Rail Mounting Contactor
Options:
I can also supply the Tethered EPC combined with a Type 2, 16/32A (single/3 phase) MALE plug or a Type 1 plug and 5m lead at a discounted price. See here (Type 1) or here (Type 2).
10. Orange Flexible Conduit - £2/m
(Price valid only as part of a larger order.
Add multiple 1m lengths to your cart as required. Supplied conduit will be in one piece)
16.8mm I/D (21.2mm O/D)
(Weight: 46g/m) Specs here...
16A 1P - 0.4m of 2.5mm2 - blue & brown
+ Ferules:- 0.5 x 8, 2.5 x 10, 6.0 x 5
16A 3P - 0.6m of 2.5mm2 - blue, brown, grey & black
+ Ferules:- 0.5 x 8, 2.5 x 16, 6.0 x 5
32A 1P - 0.4m of 6.0mm2 - blue & brown
+ Ferules:- 0.5 x 8, 2.5 x 4, 6.0 x 10, 10.0 x 5
32A 3P - 0.6m of 6.0mm2 - blue, brown, grey & black
+ Ferules:- 0.5 x 8, 2.5 x 4, 6.0 x 15, 10.0 x 5
All options also come with 0.6m of 0.5mm2 - blue & brown wire.
Options:
9. EVSE Wiring
(Price valid only as part of a larger order)
If you wire up your EVSE as per the ZCW EVSE Build Day video the following should be sufficient wire to interconnect the various components. Insulated ferrules (see below) - which MUST be used for safety reasons - for all wire ends are also supplied. You will need a ferrule crimping tool (eBay ~£5-20) of 0-6mm2 capacity which will generally take 10mm ferrules too:-
Dimensions (mm - D includes DIN Rail):-
‘BA’ = Bought Alone, ‘PO’ = Part Order)
20A - 1P (2 pole - 120g - 18W x 82H x 68D) - £10
32A - 1P (2 pole - 230g - 36W x 82H x 68D) - £12
32A - 3P (4 pole - 320g - 54W x 83H x 68D) - £17
Cable entry holes:- 32A:7mmx7mm, 20A:4mmx4mm
Options:
Options:
Options:
MEANING
Device is not active, switched off • No power supply • Device defective
Device is waiting to be connected to an electric vehicle (Status A)
Electric vehicle connected, electric vehicle not ready for charging (Status B)
Charging process active (Status C)
Electric vehicle requires ventilation, charging deactivated (Status D)
Fault detected, charging deactivated (Status F)
Please also see some EVSE accessories further down the page.
Free Royal Mail/ParcelForce postage is included which usually takes 3-4 working days within mainland UK - but may take as much as 10 days.
COLOR
NOT LIT
BLUE
BLUE
GREEN
RED
RED
STATUS
NOT LIT
FLASHING (1 HZ)
STEADY
STEADY
STEADY
FLASHING (1 HZ)
The Viridian EPC’s LED indicates the state of the EPC in the following ways:-
4 Pole 16A/40A RCBO
Type ‘A’ - B Curve
(‘BA’ = Bought Alone, ‘PO’ = Part Order)
(Weight: 450g) - Specs here...
Options:
Plain
Spiral
Light Grey Nylon Spiral Glands - IP68
(Price valid only as part of a larger order)
M25 - 25mm cut-out - Cable Size: 13-18mm (43g)
M20 (L) - 20mm cut-out - Cable Size: 10-14mm (30g)
M20 (S) - 20mm cut-out - Cable Size: 6-12mm (20g)
Options:
Click here to see internal photos of the 3 common UK EVSEs and instructions on ‘adapting’ them.
14. EVSE 13A/16A Auxiliary Socket Kit
A kit to add a 13A socket to an existing EVSE. This allows the installation to be used to charge EVs fitted with a 13A plug - or to connect a hoover/pressure washer, 12V battery charger, etc. The EVSE box will need a flat area 60mm square to fit the kit’s socket. Alternatively, you could mount another box next to the EVSE to mount the socket in or supply your own outdoor socket. There is an option for the relay and wiring only.
Unfortunately, there are too many possible ways of wiring up the relay so I can only provide the terminals required attached to 0.5m of suitable connecting wire. Your electrician will have the necessary equipment and supplies to complete the kit installation.
You can also order the sockets and relay separately.
Note: Unless these items are purchased as part of a larger order, postage must be added - 2kg max per £3 postage ‘order’.
Dimensions (mm):
UK Shucko 16A CEE
Mounting flange (W x H x Thickness): 50 x 50 50 x 50 60 x 60
General Dimensions (H x W x D): 50 x 50 x 30 60 x 60 x 80 50 x 62 x 44
External Protrustion (beyond flange): ~13mm 10 42
Inner Protrusion (beyond flange): ~22mm 36 34
Weight (g) 60 50 80
20A Relay
UK 13A Socket
+
OR
OR
UK 13A
EU 16A
CEE 16A
Typical internal EVSE kit component layout
- charging cable wiring omitted
(Auxiliary 240VAC socket option shown)
Options:
Thermal (HTC) Switch - £5
(‘BA’ = Bought Alone, ‘PO’ = Part Order)
In Stock
(Weight: 10g) - Opens at 80°C
Options:
12.0EVSE Labels
(Price valid only as part of a larger order)
All in UV resistant, self adhesive vinyl.
EVSE - ‘Instructions for Use’
For use with Viridian EPCs - 78mm W x 60mm H
RCBO ‘Test Quarterly’
75mm W x 50mm H
‘WARNING 230V’
40mm W x 40mm H
Options:
Options:
(‘BA’ = Bought Alone, ‘PO’ = Part Order)
15. 20/32A, 3 Position Rotary / Cam Switch ‘1-0-1’
A panel mount rotary switch intended for use with dual EVSEs where the switch can select either a Type 1 or Type 2 tethered cable/plug.
They can be used with both single and 3 phase installations making and breaking either L & N (Type 1) or L1, L2 and L3 ( Type 2 - with N left as common to both EV cables - full isolation is maintained through the EVSE contactor when off).
Available in 20A and 32A ratings, 440VAC max, 240VDC max.
Dimensions (mm)
Type: A B C D E F G Weight (g)
20A 48 8.5 4.5 36 44 51 30 130
32A 64 10 4.5 48 58 68 36 280
Auxiliary Socket Alone (no relay) Options:
(If bought as part of a larger order, P&P is free.
If not, please add ‘Postage £3’ to your cart)
Auxiliary Socket With Relay Options:
(If bought as part of a larger order, P&P is free.
If not, please add ‘Postage £3’ to your cart)
16. Mains Connection Leads
Good quality mains connection leads for portable EVSE kits in 1.5mm2 3 core (23A continuous) and with a moulded on plug, 600mm long.
The UK version is fitted with a replaceable 13A fuse.
Mains Connection Lead Options:
(‘BA’ = Bought Alone, ‘PO’ = Part Order)
UK 13A
EU 16A
CEE 16A
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Cable Hanger:
(‘BA’ = Bought Alone, ‘PO’ = Part Order)
Galvanized steel with 2 stainless steel screws and wall-plugs. 70mmW x 75mmH x 55mmD
Generally at least 600mm long in PVC-sheathed, 1.5mm2 conductors. All except the CEE types have a moulded on plug.
1. ‘Tethered’ Version 32A EPC
2. ‘Free’ (Non-Tethered) 32A EPC
3. DIN Rain Mounting Terminals
4. DIN Rail Mounting Contactor
5. Light Grey Nylon Plain Glands - IP68
6. RCBOs
7. kWh Meter
8. 24 Hour Timer
9. EVSE Wiring
10. Orange Flexible Conduit
12. EVSE Labels
13. Thermal (HTC) Switch
14. EVSE 13A/16A Auxiliary Socket Kit
15. 20/32A, 3 Position Rotary / Cam Switch ‘1-0-2’
16. Mains Connection Leads
17. Cable Hanger
5. Light Grey Nylon Plain Glands - IP68
6. RCBOs
7. kWh Meter
8. 24 Hour Timer
An RCBO combines the function of MCB (miniature circuit breaker or ‘fuse’) which protects against over-current events, with an RCD (residual current device) which protects against earth leakage faults of various forms.
'Type A’ RCDs are a minimum specification for use in EVSEs where the 'Type A’ relates to the fault sensitivity of the RCD to AC and pulsating DC currents. The UK’s 2019 Wiring Regulations advocate the use of ‘Type B’ RCDs for EVSEs which also protect against ‘steady DC leakage currents’. Unfortunately, they have been in the region of 10 to 20 times more expensive than ‘Type A’ ones and are rarer than hen’s teeth.
‘C curve’ MCB (over-current) tripping characteristics are often recommended by EV makers for EVSE use where the ‘C’ relates to the instantaneous minimum current multiplication factor that the MCB will trip at in an over-current event. This is designed to prevent nuisance tripping in highly inductive loads. A ‘B curve’ MCB is one designed for typical domestic use which will trip at an instantaneous current of between 3 and 5 times the rated one. A ‘C curve’ MCB raises that factor to between 5 and 10 times.
In sourcing my new ‘Type B’ RCBOs direct from the makers in China, I have decided to opt for a ‘Type B’ RCBO but with relatively high basic current rating of 20A (for 16A EVSEs) and 40A (for 32A EVSEs) on the basis that this will, overall, provide a better safety regime whilst still preventing nuisance tripping. In my experience the only EV that appears to suffer from significantly excessive in-rush current at the start of charging is the Renault Zoe and only the first version of that. This is due to the design of its inverter which doubles up as the charger making a very space and cost-efficient package but at the cost of this high start-up current.
I will continue to stock and sell ‘Type’ A RCBOs on the basis that they are a lot cheaper. The UK Wiring Regs are only recommendations (not law) and, in my opinion, the additional level of safety provided by the ‘Type B’ RCD is not warranted by the incidence or severity of faults that have occurred specifically due to steady DC leakage currents - to date (Sep 2020) none (that I am aware of).
1 Phase & 3 Phase 16A & 40A RCBO
Type ‘B’ - B Curve
Fault detection for residual currents of:
Sinusoidal AC (<= 1kHz)
Pulsed DC
Steady DC...
... applied instantaneously or ramped.
Compliant with:
IEC 2019 Wiring Regulations
IEC61009-1
IEC62423
(Weight: See drop-down) - Specs here...
‘Universal’ EPC 2.0 Lite Notes
The Viridian EV EPC 2.0 Lite is an entry level option in the EPC 2.0 family of EVSE controllers. It is the same form-factor DIN rail mounted module designed for IEC 61851 compliant EV charge points, but simplified for certain applications.
The 35mm wide module can support 1 charging outlet; either a socket outlet or a tethered cable, and has an option for 6mA DC leakage detection that help charge point manufacturers and installers meet regulations in a cost-effective way. The IC input allows for configurable charging current as well as enabling access control expansion options with other hardware, including impulse signals to enable charging. It has an internal status indicator LED and support for an external LED.
Additional Safety Features
DC Sensor / RCM Support (Western Automation RCM14-01 supplied as optional extra) - The EPC 2.0 has support for DC leakage protection and will detect DC currents of 6mA or greater, disabling the charging session and making the equipment safe,
Configurable options
The EPC 2.0 comes as a single stock option, with configurable features listed below selected on a 6 way DIP switch accessed under the lid/front face of the device.
•Configurable for Tethered or Socket outlets
•Configurable for 16A or 32A max system operating currents
•Configurable for solenoid or motor locking systems
•Configurable for lock feedback or no lock feedback
•Configurable for RCM or No RCM
•Configurable charging current in 1A increments between 6A and system maximum (either 16A or 32A)
Summary of key features
•Mains input (207—257V @ 50 Hz AC)
•1 internal relay (230V AC ) for switching the EV contactor
•Solenoid or motor interlock drive for socket locking mechanisms
•35mm DIN rail mount
•Dimensions:
•Height: 90mm
•Width: 36mm (2 modules)
•Depth (when mounted on a DIN rail): 57mm
•The LED status indicator protrudes 2mm from the front face.
•Operating/charging current configuration - voltage, resistor, variable resistor
•Impulse or short input for access control via additional hardware
•External status indicator LED support
Rated for 32A (maximum) use, it can be configured to tell the EV it can charge at any level between 7A to 32A (dependent on model) in 1A steps by using a simple resistor (assuming the EV is compatible - any EV fitted with either a Type 1 or Type 2 charging socket should be). The ‘tethered’ version is compatible with tethered installations only and the other ‘universal’ version (a more modern and more configurable - and hence more expensive - design) is compatible with both ‘tethered’ and with ‘free cable’ installations. It can also be configured to work with an EVSE having both free cable and tethered functionality by means of a suitable switch.
A ‘free cable’ EVSE is one where the EVSE has a only a Type 2 socket and, consequently, a separate Type 2 to Type 1 or 2 cable (normally supplied by the EV driver) is required to connect EVSE to EV. This version has a plug lock facility but it is for solenoid-type locks only (the lock is NOT included). It is NOT compatible with motorized lock types for various reasons. The manual (below) suggests both types can be used but is out of date.
In the event of a mains power failure mid-charge, on restoration of mains power and once the EPC has completed it boot-up procedure (about 30 seconds), charging will recommence without manual intervention.
All types come supplied with a link fitted between ‘0V’ and ‘IC’ terminals, inhibiting the output. For use at maximum rated current, this link should simply be removed. If you want to use the EPC at a lower current than the maximum then the link should be replaced with an appropriate 1/4W resistor. This should be in accordance with the installation manual which can be downloaded here.
By modifying this link, users are assuming responsibility for the correct design and use of their EVSE. EVBitz.uk will not accept liability for injury to living creatures nor damage to any property arising from the incorrect use of this product.
All versions are fitted with a bright LED which indicates the EPC status (see table below).
PLEASE NOTE:- 32A RCBOs will generally only operate reliably at 30A max. If you want a 665 ohm resistor to limit the output to 30 amps, let me know.
If used in portable equipment intended for use with 13A mains sockets, the ‘IC’ resistor should be selected to provide no more than 10A of current (ie using a 249 ohm or less resistor) otherwise the 13A plug/socket will overheat. A suitably rated RCBO device must also be used in this scenario to provide the correct level of protection whilst avoiding unnecessary tripping.
Please Note: All EVSEs (especially portable ones) should be regularly examined for signs of excessive heating and, if found, remedial action taken otherwise there is a serious risk of fire and resulting damage and/or injury - EVEN DEATH!
Should the Tethered version be out of stock, it is quite simple to the use a ‘free cable’ version in its place. It simply requires an additional resistor, but it is more expensive. Please ask me about this if your need for an out of stock tethered EPC is urgent.
The EPC has a 35mm DIN rail mount and its dimensions are:- 90mm high, 36mm wide (2 modules) and 57mm deep. The front of the unit is 53mm from the face of the DIN rail and all these dimensions exclude the LED indicator which protrudes 2mm from the front face. The ‘tethered’ version weighs 95g (110g boxed) and the ‘free’ version weighs 110g (135g boxed)
Min. operating temperature: -30C.
(* UK orders only - ex-UK orders must have extra postage added - see the ‘Shipping Information’ page)
