Are EV Home Charging Stations Safe?

There are many considerations when deciding whether to purchase a home electric vehicle (EV) charging station, and safety should be at the top of the list. This begs the question: are home EV charging stations safe?

Yes, very safe. Manufacturers of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) invest heavily in third-party safety testing and provide electric vehicle charging safety guidelines in order to offer safe, home charging solutions you can rely on.

By following standard precautions, safety will be maximized while you enjoy the convenience of homecharging.

Electric vehicle charging safety guidelines
At EV Charge, safety is standard. We understand that you’re putting your trust and security in our products, so we only put products on the market that meet strict certification and industry standards:

The EVSE and Home aftermarket Level 2 home charging solutions from EV Charge are listed. This rty company that has extensive knowledge and pedigree in testing and certifying EV technologies. Examples of what is tested for certification include: chargers having internal checks on temperatures, over voltage, surges and short circuits. The EVSE and are rated safe in both the United States and Canada.

Provided you use a professional electrician to install your EVSE, our products have passed certification for the National Electric Code (NEC). Used by professional installers, the NEC is widely recognized.

Our chargers come with the Universal J1772 charger, the standard plug set by SAE International (formerly known as the Society of Automotive Engineers).
Though home EV chargers are considered very safe, there are some basic criteria to follow in order to minimize safety risks. When charging an EV at home you should use the following guidelines for electric vehicle charging safety:

Have a dedicated circuit for chargingyour EV.

Follow your EV manufacturer’s guidelines for charging.
Purchase and use an EV charging solution that’s been tested by an accredited third-party company (such as UL).

Maintain the components of your charging station in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.

220V 32A 11KW Home Wall Mounted EV Car Charger Station