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Sep 23, 2022

Understanding Switchgear

DC Fast Chargers, Switchgear, EV

A switchgear is a critical component of DC fast charging infrastructure which is composed of electrical panels with the task of receiving, distributing, and protecting the site’s power. Traditionally, these post-and-frame switchgear systems are comprised of multiple mixed-manufacturer electrical panels including breakers panels, a current transformer (CT) cabinet, and transformers. All of which...

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Sep 22, 2022

Is There A Simple Solution For EV Charger Infrastructure?

Switchgear, DC Fast Chargers

The infrastructure required to power Level 3 EV chargers (also known as DC fast chargers) typically includes a series of electrical panels commonly referred to as switchgear. Switchgear is tasked with receiving, transforming, distributing, and protecting the charging station’s power. One of the major roadblocks potential EV charging site owners are facing in today’s climate is finding a switchge...

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Sep 02, 2022

How Does the EV Fast Charger Network Function?

NEVI, Switchgear, EV, DC Fast Chargers, L3 Chargers, Charging

Delivering the enormous amount of energy and physical infrastructure required to power Level 3 fast chargers, along with the technology to access and use these chargers, takes a complex network of various providers. Understanding how this network functions is the first step to getting involved with the EV charger infrastructure rollout. Let’s take a look at the network of providers that L3 fast...

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Aug 25, 2022

How Do EV Fast Charger Stations Work?

NEVI, Switchgear, EV, Charging, L3 Chargers, DC Fast Chargers

Access to NEVI funds requires the recipient to include a minimum of four 150 kw DC fast chargers (also referred to as Level 3 chargers) in their charging stations. Unlike the Level 1 or Level 2 chargers commonly found at in-home charging systems and shopping centers, L3 chargers require an enormous amount of utility power and station infrastructure. Let’s take a look at the equipment these L3 fa...

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