Granny Charging

[MG Clive]

Hi @Pascal, welcome to MGEVs, I don't think it's a good idea to charge through a smart plug, I don't think they can handle the current, but I'm sure one of our more electric savvy members will correct me if I'm wrong.

 

[DBedford]

Please DON'T use a smart plug with a Granny Charger.
They may be able to do so for a couple of charges, but when they fail, boy beware !!!

 

[mikgle]

No smart plugs.. has the car not got a scheduled timer? If not, just plug in near your cheap rate. I use a 16A industrial socket with a charger lead from 3rd Rock Energy.. this gives you the option of what current to use, 8, 10, 13 or 16A and also a delay start option too. Works well, mine is 10 metres and cost about £220.

 

[Pascal]

Please DON'T use a smart plug with a Granny Charger.
They may be able to do so for a couple of charges, but when they fail, boy beware !!!

OK, better be safe than sorry.
Thanks!

 

[Pascal]

No smart plugs.. has the car not got a scheduled timer? If not, just plug in near your cheap rate. I use a 16A industrial socket with a charger lead from 3rd Rock Energy.. this gives you the option of what current to use, 8, 10, 13 or 16A and also a delay start option too. Works well, mine is 10 metres and cost about £220.

No smart plugs.. has the car not got a scheduled timer? If not, just plug in near your cheap rate. I use a 16A industrial socket with a charger lead from 3rd Rock Energy.. this gives you the option of what current to use, 8, 10, 13 or 16A and also a delay start option too. Works well, mine is 10 metres and cost about £220.

I wil check it out.

Thank you for the advice.

 

[Speakasyoufind]

EV Charger APP Control 8M, 6-13A Adjustable Current, 0-24 Hours Delayed Timer, Max. 3.3kW, EV Charger Cable Type 2 to 3 Pin Plug, Wifi & Bluetooth Connection, IP65 Waterproof (8M): Amazon.co.uk: Automotive

EV Charger APP Control 8M, 6-13A Adjustable Current, 0-24 Hours Delayed Timer, Max. 3.3kW, EV Charger Cable Type 2 to 3 Pin Plug, Wifi & Bluetooth Connection, IP65 Waterproof (8M): Amazon.co.uk: Automotive

amzn.eu

Hi Pascal. If the link comes over OK, this is what I use as it is one of the only ones that comes with app control. I have mine set to come on at 00.00 and goes off at 05.00hrs to do just that, catch my EDF EV cheap rate. Obviously UK version but not sure if available in your market place? Worth a look maybe? Mine is 7.5m not sure what the longest length is, sorry.