What is a Charging Adapter? Charging adapters provide the physical and electrical connection between your electric vehicle's charging port and the charging station's output. These adapters: Convert different plug types (e.g., Type 1 to Type 2) Adapt to different phase systems (single-phase to three-phase) Control charging based on power level (3.6kW, 7kW, 22kW, etc.)
📦 Basic Charging Adapter Types
1. 🔄 Type Converter Adapters
Purpose Description
Type 1 → Type 2 For charging older Japanese/Korean vehicles at European-style charging stations
Type 2 → Type 1 For charging vehicles with a Type 1 input from Type 2 stations
Type 2 → Type 2 Power or phase adjustment (e.g., 22kW three-phase → 7kW single-phase)
2. ⚡ Power/Phase Converter Adapters
Type Description
Three-phase → Single-phase 22kW 3-phase output to 7kW single-phase output
Single-phase → Three-phase Generally not possible because the home grid cannot provide three-phase power
32A → 16A Adapter Used when the electrical infrastructure supports lower current
3. 🔌 Portable Charging Adapters (EVSE)
Adapters that allow charging the vehicle from an outlet instead of a wall-mounted charging station.
It generally provides charging between 2.3kW (10A) and 3.7kW (16A).
Models are available with various plug types, such as household sockets and CEE (red and blue industrial sockets).
4. 🛡️ Adapters with Protection Features
Some charging adapters have the following safety systems:
Overcurrent protection
Overheating protection
Ground fault detection
IP66/67 water and dust resistance
🚗 Things to Consider When Using an Adapter
Topic Description
Vehicle Compatibility: Your vehicle's charging port must match the adapter.
Charging Speed Compatibility: If your vehicle supports 7kW, using a 22kW adapter does not provide any advantage.
Electrical Infrastructure: Straining a line that does not support 32A can be dangerous.
Cable Thickness: Long or thin cables can overheat; a cable with the appropriate cross-section is essential.
Certification: CE, TÜV, IEC 61851, etc. Products with certifications should be preferred.
✅ Questions to Ask When Choosing a Charging Adapter
What is my vehicle's charging input type? (Type 1 or Type 2?)
What is the charging station's output type? (Type 2 or CEE?)
What is the maximum kWh of charge my vehicle can receive?
How many amps can my electrical infrastructure support?
Do I want a fixed or portable charging solution?
🧪 Example: 22kW Three-Phase → 7kW Single-Phase Adapter
Use Case Details
The station has a 22kW three-phase, but your vehicle supports 7kW single-phase. The adapter charges using only one phase.
Charging Speed: Max. 7.4kW (230V x 32A)
Safety: It should have protection against overheating, leakage current, etc.
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What is a 7kW 32A Charging Adapter? Power Capacity: 7 kilowatts (kW) Current: 32 amps (A) Voltage: Typically 220-240V in single-phase systems (according to European standards) Purpose of Use: Charging electric vehicles (EVs) with AC (alternating current).
What is a 22kW 32A Charging Adapter? Power Capacity: 22 kilowatts (kW) Current: 32 amps (A) Number of Phases: 3-Phase (400V three-phase system) Usage: Fast AC charging of electric vehicles
⚙️ What Does This Converter Do? Some electric vehicles only support single-phase 7kW charging. If the charging station is 22kW (three-phase, 3-phase), it is not directly compatible with this vehicle. ⚙️ What Does This Converter Do? Some electric vehicles only support single-phase 7kW charging. If the charging station is 22kW (three-phase, 3-phase), it is not directly compatible with this vehicle.