[AnthonyL]

Just had the usual marketing mail from Toolstation but noticed they now sell EV charge points.

The page is very light on details but it looks interesting, 3 models, 2 single phase, one for 349 then 399 if you add rfid then 1296 for 3 phase.

Looking at the manufacurer website it lists solar compatible and rcd type b equivelant.

i know most people would not self install or use an independent electrical because the grant but it seems a reasonable price for people like me who have a single charger already and therefore have all the hard work done with an extra CU and earth rod already in place and just want a second charger for a second EV.

Electric Vehicle Charging Points | EV Car Chargers

Our goal is to help people finally make the switch to clean and affordable energy by adopting smart charging for electric vehicles. With a wide range of floor and wall-mounted AC and DC electric car chargers, our technology provides you with the high energy output you need to keep your EV...

www.projectev.co.uk

Project EV Electric Vehicle Charger 7.3kW Single Phase

• 7.3kW single phase • Works with all plug-in vehicle brands • Full electrical protection, including over/under temperature • Smart app controlled • Solar compatible - with existing installations • IP65 fully weather resistant • Fully OLEV accredited and 18th edition compliant •...

www.toolstation.com

 

[Kiltox]

It’s a good sign - shows charging equipment becoming more of a commodity item. Just like Screwfix selling granny chargers which I noticed the other day - becoming less niche all the time.

I imagine those Project chargers will have appeal for workplace / destination charging for smaller businesses - the RFID card option seems to have that kind of use in mind

 

[srichards]

Can you just buy one at that price or do you require the grant as well?

 

[Kiltox]

Can you just buy one at that price or do you require the grant as well?

Looks like a supply only price to me - would be eligible for the grant if an OLEV accredited installer was fitting it though it seems

 

[barneyd]

Out of stock for collection and delivery, which with Toolstation usually means you can’t order the item. These might be different because I doubt demand is yet high enough for them to hold in stock.

seems a reasonable price for people like me who have a single charger already and therefore have all the hard work done with an extra CU and earth rod already in place and just want a second charger for a second EV.

I thought you could get a second grant for the additional charger if you can demonstrate 2 EVs at the house.

Also, unless you future proofed the extra CU with a 63A feed, you can’t connect a second charger to it. You’re not permitted any diversity with EV supplies unless they are interlocked to prevent them both being used together. (Reg 722.311)

 

[Kiltox]

The RFID one is showing as in stock for delivery. Wonder if they’re not holding many at a time.

 

[proddick]

Looks like a supply only price to me - would be eligible for the grant if an OLEV accredited installer was fitting it though it seems

The charging point also has to be approved by OLEV (which the one being discussed is I believe) and the installer has to supply it.

I agree be better if grant was for a voucher towards installation costs and there was just a marketplace to buy charging points online, but that isn't how it works today.

 

[Kiltox]

Whole thing’s a mess really. I’m looking for a home charger install and I’m not eligible for the OLEV grant - struggle to find anyone interested as a result!

 

[proddick]

There is a company offering the unit fully installed with grant from £382 which seems a good price these days, especially as OLEV mandate a 3 year warranty. As mentioned above, if you have two EVs you can get a second grant - I did and others on here have too.

Project EV EVA-07S electric car charger | From £25 a month

Cheap electric car charger and installation. Project EV offers fantastic value if you're looking for a basic, reliable home charge point for your EV

www.smarthomecharge.co.uk

 

[proddick]

Whole thing’s a mess really. I’m looking for a home charger install and I’m not eligible for the OLEV grant - struggle to find anyone interested as a result!

That makes no sense as it is taking 6 months for them to get payment from OLEV at present. They should be biting your hand off for a non-grant install.

Where are you and who have you tried? Generally a local installer will be cheaper as less travel, etc.

 

[Big277wave]

It's a shame they don't do a captive cable version for home use.

 

[Kiltox]

I see the RFID version has jumped in price to £529