SCharge A1 Plus Home EV Charger (7.4 kW / 22 kW)
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Key Features:
- Available in 7.4 kW single-phase and 22 kW three-phase versions
- Future-ready 22 kW version charges any Type 2 EV at its full AC rating: 7.2, 11 or 22 kW
- Adjustable charging current from 6 A to 32 A in 1 A steps
- Start charging via Bluetooth app, RFID (2 cards included) or Free Vending Mode
- Type 2 connector with 5 m cable
- Class 1 energy metering, with surge, voltage, current, temperature and earth protection
- ARAI and CE certified, made in India, 2-year warranty
Product Description
The SCharge A1 Plus is a wall-mounted AC charger for homes and workplaces, sold on Amazon in a 7.4 kW single-phase version and a 22 kW three-phase version. It is made in India by SCharge, based in Nashik, Maharashtra. Both versions have the same features, build and 2-year warranty.
7.4 kW vs 22 kW
| 7.4 kW | 22 kW | |
|---|---|---|
| Home supply needed | Single-phase | Three-phase |
| Output current | Up to 32 A (adjustable 6–32 A) | Up to 32 A per phase (adjustable 6–32 A) |
| Input voltage | 184–276 V AC | 347–480 V AC (line to line) |
| Charging speed for an EV with a 7.2 kW single-phase onboard charger | Full 7.2 kW | Full 7.2 kW |
| Charging speed for an EV with an 11 kW three-phase onboard charger | Limited to single-phase speed (7.4 kW at most) | Full 11 kW |
| Charging speed for an EV that accepts 22 kW AC | Limited to single-phase speed (7.4 kW at most) | Full 22 kW |
| External RCBO required | 2-pole, Type A, 40 A, 30 mA | 4-pole, Type A, 40 A, 30 mA |
| Recommended cable | 3-core 6 sq mm copper | 4-core 6 sq mm copper + 1-core 6 sq mm earth |
Which one should you buy?
Start with your home's power supply, then look at your car's onboard charger.
If your home has a three-phase connection, the 22 kW version is the future-ready choice. It charges every Type 2 EV at the full AC power the car can take, whether that is 7.2 kW single-phase, 11 kW three-phase or 22 kW three-phase. If you change cars later, it will still deliver the new car's full AC speed. It also costs only a little more than the 7.4 kW version.
If your home has only a single-phase connection, buy the 7.4 kW version. It charges a car with a 7.2 kW single-phase onboard charger, as many EVs sold in India have, at full speed. A car with an 11 kW or 22 kW three-phase onboard charger will charge more slowly on it, at single-phase speed.
Check your car's onboard charger rating, and whether it is single-phase or three-phase, in its spec sheet or owner's manual. The 22 kW version also needs a higher sanctioned load.
Compatibility
Both versions use a Type 2 connector (IEC 62196-2), which covers almost every electric car sold in India, including models from Tata, Mahindra, MG, Hyundai, Kia, BYD, BMW and Mercedes-Benz.
Access and app
- Three ways to start a charge: SCharge app over Bluetooth (BLE), RFID card (2 included) or Free Vending Mode
- Charging current adjustable from 6 A to 32 A through the app, useful if your sanctioned load is limited
- SCharge app handles setup, charging control, monitoring, warranty and support
- Class 1 energy metering with 1% accuracy (IEC 62053-21)
- The A1 Plus connects over Bluetooth only. A display and Wi-Fi/LAN connectivity are available on the SCharge A1 Pro.
Safety and build
- Over-current, under-voltage, over-voltage, over-temperature and power surge protection
- Earth monitoring
- Mode 3 charging
- IK8 impact resistance
- ARAI and CE certified
- 5 m Type 2 cable with protective cap on the gun
- 410 x 270 x 170 mm, 6.5 kg
Before you buy
- Both versions need an external RCBO and a dedicated cable run, as listed in the table above. Budget for these and an electrician.
- Both listings are new on Amazon and have no customer reviews yet.
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