1.13
Abbreviations
Abbreviation
Definition
AC
Alternating current
CAN
Controller area network
CPU
Central processing unit
DC
Direct current
EMC
Electromagnetic compatibility
EV
Electric vehicle
EVSE
Electric vehicle supply equipment
MiD
Measuring Instruments Directive
NFC
Near field communication
NoBo
Notified body
OCPP
Open charge point protocol
PE
Protective earth
PPE
Personal protective equipment
RFID
Radio-frequency identification
Note: It is possible that not all abbreviations are present in this document.
1.14
Terminology
Term
Definition
Network operating center of
the manufacturer
Facility of the manufacturer to do a remote check on the
correct operation of the EVSE
Cabinet
Enclosure of the EVSE, including the components on the
inside
Contractor
Third party that the owner or site operator hires to do engi-
neering, civil and electrical installation work
Grid provider
Company that is responsible for the transport and distribu-
tion of electricity
Local rules
All rules that apply to the EVSE during the entire lifecycle
of the EVSE. The local rules also include the national laws
and regulations.
Open charge point protocol Open standard for communication with charge stations
Owner
Legal owner of the EVSE
Site operator
Entity that is responsible for the day-to-day control of the
EVSE. The site operator does not have to be the owner.
User
Owner of an EV, who uses the EVSE to charge the EV
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