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Guide to Electric

Vehicle Infrastructure

Best practice guidance: Modes, plugs/socket-outlets and

their domestic, public and commercial application

This guidance document presents the position of industry today for the best practice use and application of the electrical

infrastructure for the charging of electric vehicles. This guide is intended for use by organisations providing

advice and guidance to consumers on the day-to-day use of electric vehicle infrastructure.

May 2012

The BEAMA Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project

Summary of Contents for Electric Vehicle Infrastructure

Page 1: ...ment presents the position of industry today for the best practice use and application of the electrical infrastructure for the charging of electric vehicles This guide is intended for use by organisations providing advice and guidance to consumers on the day to day use of electric vehicle infrastructure May 2012 The BEAMA Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project ...

Page 2: ...e www securetogether com Siemens Commercial Centre Lakeside Plaza Walkmill Lane Bridgtown Cannock Staffordshire WS11 0XE www siemens com Schneider Electric 120 New Cavendish Street London W1W 6XX United Kingdom www schneider electric com Guide to Electric Vehicle Infrastructure BEAMA is the Association for the British Electrotechnical Industry This guide has been developed in collaboration with th...

Page 3: ... PLUG AND SOCKET SYSTEMS 9 2 4 1 BS 1363 domestic plug and socket outlet 9 2 4 2 BS EN 60309 Industrial plug and socket outlet 10 3 APPLICATION 11 3 1 HOME CHARGING OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE 11 3 1 1 Summary Specifications for residential charging infrastructure 13 3 2 PUBLIC CHARGING OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES 14 3 2 1 Summary Specifications for public charging infrastructure 16 3 3 COMMERCIAL AND FLEET CHAR...

Page 4: ...re 10 BS EN 60309 2 Industrial plug and socket outlet 11 Figure 11 Mode 3 wall mounted chargepoint with attached cable 14 Figure 12 Map showing locations of UK Plugged in Places regions 15 Figure 13 Source London electric vehicle membership scheme 16 Figure 14 Public charging infrastructure 17 Figure 15 Mode 3 public chargepoint Meter and socket outlet 18 Figure 16 Mode 4 public chargepoint Meter ...

Page 5: ... electricity networks while maximising the potential for carbon reduction and energy management BEAMA has therefore developed this guide in collaboration with a range of organisations to provide a view of the current availability and best practice use of charging infrastructure in the UK We recognize there will be a mix of vehicle technologies moving forward including plug in hybrid and pure elect...

Page 6: ...ions The following set of recommendations is based on the current development of products and standards and aims to promote safe and energy efficient charging practices Mode 1 should not be used for the charging of an electric vehicle because RCD protection which is necessary for a safe charging system cannot be guaranteed at all outlets Mode 2 can be used for the charging of an electric vehicle i...

Page 7: ...hicle and this is the preferred solution in the long term Mode 3 chargers are defined in 2 configurations either with a tethered cable or a dedicated socket outlet Mode 4 is a necessary service function for rapid charging for use as roadside assistance and service station charging on long journeys AC Charging Equipment COM AC Alternating current electricity supply Dedicated vehicle inlet and conne...

Page 8: ...s can be used for the charging of an electric vehicle For their specific characteristics and use cases please consult the main text in this guide Type 1 IEC 62196 2 plug and socket outlet Type 3 IEC 62196 2 plug and socket outlet BS 1363 domestic plug and socket outlet Type 2 IEC 62196 2 plug and socket outlet BS EN 60309 industrial plug and socket outlet ...

Page 9: ...way A key objective for BEAMA and the purpose of this guide is to develop consistency in the messages and guidance provided to consumers It is BEAMA s priority to ensure charging is made easy while encouraging safe product use and confidence in the market through the provision of consistent industry guidance BEAMA has developed this first edition of the Guide to Electric Vehicle Infrastructure The...

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Page 11: ...rging electric vehicles therefore it does not consider types of vehicle inlets and connectors For further information regarding the vehicles themselves please refer to the SMMT Electric Car Guide7 A Charging Systems for Electric Vehicles 6 Fourth Carbon Budget covering period 2023 2027 50 on 1990 emission levels http www decc gov uk en content cms emissions carbon_budgets carbon_budgets aspx 7 SMM...

Page 12: ...ct indication of charging times 8 BS EN 60309 2 1999 Plugs socket outlets and couplers for industrial purposes Dimensional interchangeability requirements for pin and contact tube accessories 9 BS 1363 1995 13A Plugs socket outlets adaptors and connection units 10 BS EN 62196 2 2011 Plugs socket outlets vehicle couplers and vehicle inlets Conductive charging of electric vehicles Dimensional interc...

Page 13: ...xed non dedicated standard BS 1363 13A 3 pin socket outlet or a single phase 16A or 32A BS EN 60309 2 socket outlet located on the power supply side Specific vehicle models will have guidelines developed by the vehicle manufacturer which must be followed These guidelines will recognise the specific needs of that vehicle Some vehicle manufacturers de rate the domestic Mode 2 charging system to 10A ...

Page 14: ...cases additional conductors are incorporated into the charging cable to allow communication between the vehicle and the charging equipment Communications functions are a major part of the Mode 3 charging system in light of the roll out of smart meters and the future smart grid in the UK with the emphasis on providing measures for off peak charging and energy management for the consumer charging at...

Page 15: ...ith an energy meter which supports billing Pay As You Go transactions based on energy consumption when used by a customer to charge an electric vehicle This is also required for energy management purposes Specific vehicle models will have guidelines developed by the vehicle manufacturer which must be followed These guidelines will recognise the specific needs of that vehicle The safety of the equi...

Page 16: ... Mode 4 public charging equipment can be installed with an energy meter which supports billing Pay As You Go transactions based on energy consumption when used by a customer to charge an electric vehicle This is also required for energy management purposes Table 3 Mode 3 Pros and Cons Pros Fast charge 1 4 hours Communication between the vehicle and the chargepoint Provides the functionality for sm...

Page 17: ...ble socket outlets are not permitted for the charging of electric vehicles 14 Therefore the use of cable reels extension leads and adaptors is strongly ill advised Table 4 Mode 4 Pros and Cons AC Converted to DC Charging Equipment COM COM DC DC Direct current electricity supply Dedicated vehicle Communication inlet and connector BS EN 62196 Charging cable Tethered attached cable Figure 5 Mode 4 ra...

Page 18: ...nd regulations 2 1 TYPE 1 IEC 62196 2 BS EN 62196 1 Single phase Maximum current 32A Maximum voltage 250V 5 pins socket tubes Type 1 plug and socket outlets can only be used with single phase supplies for the charging of electric vehicles 2 2 TYPE 2 IEC 62196 2 Single or three phase Maximum current 70A single phase 63A three phase Maximum voltage 500V 7 pins socket tubes Figure 6 IEC 62196 2 Type ...

Page 19: ... of electric vehicles the availability of the existing electrical infrastructure BS 1363 and BS EN 60309 2 must be ensured With regards to existing plug and socket outlet systems such as those complying with BS EN 60309 2 or BS 1363 Existing systems are safe provided they comply with their standard and are used in accordance with specific guidelines developed by electric vehicle manufacturers For ...

Page 20: ...ed by colour The most common colour codes are blue and red with blue signifying 200 to 250V and red signifying 380V to 480V Figure 10 BS EN 60309 2 industrial plug and socket outlets Figure 9 BS 1363 13A domestic plug and socket outlet Household plugs and socket outlets can be used for the Mode 2 charging of an electric vehicle in domestic properties where there is no available dedicated charging ...

Page 21: ...rarely exceed 2kW and therefore consumers are seldom aware of the risks entailed in handling electrical equipment that does Electric vehicle charging equipment is an example of this and can entail risks if electric vehicles are not charged responsibly and through a domestic electrical system which is in accordance with UK national wiring regulations BS 7671 Considering the range of circumstances p...

Page 22: ...ion to allow smart solutions providing measures for off peak charging and energy management for the consumer charging at home by providing control over charging periods This level of interoperability requires a Mode 3 charging system People and equipment safety depends on the state of the pre existing domestic electrical wiring which may have deteriorated or not upgraded to the latest standards Th...

Page 23: ...om a residential property Mode 2 Mode 3 Two examples of dedicated Mode 3 chargepoints for residential use are shown below For guidance on the installation of charging infrastructure please refer to the IET Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation Figure 11 Mode 3 wall mounted chargepoints with tethered cable ...

Page 24: ...ks of public residential and commercial infrastructure The eight Plugged In Places are North East Milton Keynes London Northern Ireland Scotland Midlands East of England Greater Manchester Plugged In Places Electric vehicle infrastructure The Plugged In Places scheme offers match funding to support the cost of installing a critical mass of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in lead places ac...

Page 25: ...ible chargepoints across the UK available on data gov uk It is envisaged that the Registry will be fully developed and tested over the coming months allowing businesses to innovate and provide products such as satnav and mobile apps for electric vehicle owners to access c How can I access charging infrastructure Electric vehicle charging infrastructure may be provided in a variety of locations inc...

Page 26: ...ture used for public charging The following modes can be used for the public charging of an electric vehicle Mode 3 Mode 4 with tethered cable Examples of the dedicated chargepoints available for installation in public places are shown below For guidance on the installation of charging infrastructure please refer to the IET Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation Publ...

Page 27: ...17 Figure 15 Mode 3 public chargepoint Meter and socket outlet Figure 16 Mode 4 public chargepoint Meter and tethered cable for DC charging ...

Page 28: ...d maximum energy demand for fleets may emerge as the commercial use of these vehicles becomes more prevalent The commercial charging of vehicles will be governed by specific site policies and the electrical responsibilities of the site owner Companies wishing to adopt an electric vehicle fleet can install Mode 3 chargers like the one shown below along with specific fleet management services which ...

Page 29: ...electric powered two wheeled vehicles creating a route to market that is designed to meet the demands of a new generation of commuters ePTWs have a key role to play in any low carbon transport particularly in the urban commuter sector For solo commuters the ePTW offers an emission free congestion proof time saving and more efficient transport option With an average urban commute of 9 miles and no ...

Page 30: ...work mains via a fixed non dedicated standard BS 1363 13Amp 3 pin socket outlet There is no in cable control box or built in control on the motorcycle side during charging It is recommended that an in line RCD is installed in the house domestic outlet being used to charge the motorcycle The safety of the equipment and the user is dependent on the state of the pre existing domestic electrical wirin...

Page 31: ...et of ePTWs in the UK carry an on board charging cable fitted with a BS 1363 3 pin socket outlet Electric motorcycles can charge in public areas using existing public infrastructure where a BS 1363 socket outlet is provided However in many cities motorcycle parking is free but only in dedicated motorcycle parking bays and currently very few are equipped with dedicated charging infrastructure 4 2 1...

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Page 33: ...lectric vehicles Appropriately consider safety risks and electromagnetic compatibility of the charger of electric vehicles in the field Directive 2006 95 EC LV and Directive 2004 108 EC EMC This concerns all electric vehicles including mopeds two and three wheel vehicles and quadricycles category L1 L7 as well as four wheel vehicles category M1 and M2 The current acceleration in the industrial dev...

Page 34: ...pplications from single phase to 3 phase and from 16A to 63A with auxiliary contacts International standard for electric vehicle inductive charging systems Requirement for all AC charging installations to be protected by a residual current device RCD which will protect against electric shock in case of failure of the isolation Published in 2011 based on IEC 61851 1 specifying the modes of charging...

Page 35: ...turers convenience by providing general and basic requirements for inductive and or wireless transfer of electric power to the electric vehicle Scope This standard applies to the equipment for the wireless bidirectional transfer of electric power from the supply network to electric vehicles for purposes of supplying electric energy to the Rechargeable Energy Storage System RESS and or other on boa...

Page 36: ...e of how to handle high power supply currents required for an electric vehicle charge Following available industry guidance the charging of an electric vehicle will remain a safe activity in accordance with UK wiring regulations and standards The growth of the electric vehicle market also provides an opportunity to support low carbon energy generation and in order to optimise the environmental ben...

Page 37: ...eMCIA Electric Motorcycle Industry Association ETSI European Telecommunications Standardisation Institute EVSE Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment electric vehicle charging equipment IC RCD In Cable Residual Current Device IEC The International Electrotechnical Commission IET The Institution for Engineering and Technology ISO The International Organisation for Standardisation ITU T The International...

Page 38: ...ot all smart functionality is available today but in order to future proof infrastructure this is a key consideration for electrical installations in the domestic public and commercial setting Smart Grid A Smart Grid is an electricity network that can cost efficiently integrate the behaviour and actions of all users connected to it generators consumers and those that do both in order to ensure an ...

Page 39: ...ore but no protection against the harmful ingress of water is specified based on the BS EN 60529 requirements IP55 Protection from access to hazardous live parts by a probe of 1mm diameter penetrating the enclosure and protection from ingress of a harmful deposit of dust limited ingress of dust is permitted and protection against the harmful effects of low pressure jets of water from all direction...

Page 40: ... vehicle chargepoints Schneider Electric Figure 19 Dedicated chargepoint for electric motorcycles apt technologies References BS EN 60309 2 1999 Plugs socket outlets and couplers for industrial purposes BS EN 1363 1995 13A plugs socket outlets adaptors and connection units BS EN 62196 2011 Plugs socket outlets vehicle couplers and vehicle inlets BS 7671 2008 Amendment No 1 2011 Requirements for el...

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