EV chargers for condos: PILOT AC 22kW and Schneider Charge Pro

A condo charger has to handle daily use, be safe, and connect to an app to collect payment. This article compares the two wall-mounted AC chargers EVC installs, based on each model's specification sheet.

PILOT AC 22kW: EVC's recommended model

A wall-mounted AC charger for condos and buildings (PILOT brand by Sino Energy, code PEVC2107). It works in indoor and outdoor car parks, and it's the charger in use at EVC's stations.

• 22 kW (three-phase AC)
• Type 2 connector, works with every EV brand that uses this standard
• IP55 water and dust protection
• OCPP 1.6J connection to the management system; residents scan a QR code in the Galvanic app and pay with PromptPay or a credit card
• Certified to IEC 61851-1 and IEC 62196; electrical equipment certified to TIS and/or IEC
• Comes with equipment warranty and insurance

Schneider Charge Pro: an alternative 22 kW AC option

Model EVB4S22NC0 in the Schneider Charge Pro range. The details below come from Schneider Electric's product documentation.

• Maximum charging current adjustable from 6 to 32 A
• Tethered 7 m Type 2 cable; wall or pedestal mounting (pedestal sold separately); indoor and outdoor use
• Built-in 6 mA DC leakage detection (RDC-DD)
• Built-in Wi-Fi and two Ethernet ports, connecting over OCPP 1.6J
• Free use, or access limited to RFID cards
• Supports building load management through an optional module and Modbus
• Standards: IEC 61851-1, IEC 62196-1/-2 and IEC 62955
• 418 × 292 × 119 mm, 7 kg

Things to know about the EVB4S22NC0: it has no built-in MID billing meter, no 4G modem (so it needs Wi-Fi or Ethernet on site), and Plug and Charge (ISO 15118) needs an extra module.

Side by side

What EVC installs with every charger

• A dedicated circuit, separate from the building's other systems
• A Type B residual current breaker per charger, protecting against AC and DC leakage
• An independent, clearly labelled main breaker
• A red emergency stop button on every charger
• Earthing to PEA/MEA standards, installed by licensed electrical engineers

Besides these two models, EVC also works with ABB, Delta and Teison. The EVC team will survey your site and assess the electrical system to choose the right charger, free and without commitment. For charging times, read how long it takes to charge an EV.

PILOT, Schneider Electric and Schneider Charge Pro are names and trademarks of their respective owners. Specifications come from the manufacturers' documents; check with the manufacturer before deciding.