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Adapter Compatibility with Your Emporia EV Charger

Not all charging adapters are compatible with your Emporia charger. This guide helps you understand which adapters work with your system.

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Understanding Charging Types

Level 2 AC Charging (Your Emporia Charger)

Your Emporia charger provides Level 2 AC (alternating current) charging:

  • Delivers power at 240 volts AC

  • Charging speeds typically range from 3.3kW to 22kW

  • Designed for home, workplace, and destination charging

Level 3 DC Fast Charging

DC fast chargers operate completely differently:

  • Deliver power as DC (direct current) at much higher voltages

  • Charging speeds range from 50kW to 350kW+

  • Found at commercial fast charging stations

Why DC Adapters Don't Work with Level 2 AC Chargers

  • Voltage Differences: DC fast charging adapters are designed for high-voltage DC systems (typically 400V-800V DC), while your Emporia charger operates at 240V AC.

  • Current Type: Your Emporia charger provides AC power that your vehicle's onboard charger converts to DC. DC fast chargers bypass the vehicle's onboard charger entirely.

  • Communication Protocols: DC fast charging uses completely different communication standards between the charger and vehicle compared to Level 2 AC charging.

What This Means for You

  • Use only compatible Level 2 charging adapters, such as NACS to J1772 or J1772 to NACS adapters, which work perfectly fine with your Emporia charger.

Example of a DC charging adapter

Example of an AC adapter

Getting Support

  • Contact Emporia support for questions about compatible charging cables and Level 2 AC adapters

  • Consult your vehicle manual for approved Level 2 charging equipment

  • Work with certified electricians for any electrical system questions

If you're unsure about what charging equipment works with your setup, our support team can help you understand your options and ensure safe, proper operation of your Emporia charging system.

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