How to Install an EV Charger at Home

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An EV charger must be installed by a licensed electrician. Installation includes a site evaluation, switchboard assessment, cable routing and mounting of the EV charger. EVSE offers professional installation for all Ocular chargers nationwide.

  • Licensed electrician required.
  • Site inspection recommended.
  • Must follow AS3000 wiring rules.
  • Suitable for indoor and outdoor mounting.

Step by Step Installation Process

  • Step 1: Site assessment. The electrician checks switchboard capacity and plans cable route.
  • Step 2: Switchboard testing. Circuit breakers and RCD protection are verified.
  • Step 3: Mounting the charger. The Ocular unit is fixed to the wall.
  • Step 4: Cable connection. Wiring is run to the charger location.
  • Step 5: Testing. The electrician tests load, safety and charger operation.

Recommended Chargers

  • Ocular LTE Plus: Simple monitoring functions through a Bluetooth app.
  • Ocular IQ Home Solar: Supports more advanced scheduled charging with OCPP app.
  • Ocular IQ Home Solar 22 kW: Ideal for three phase setups with monitoring options.

Installation Considerations

  • Distance between charger and switchboard.
  • Indoor or outdoor mounting.
  • Cable routing through walls or ceiling.
  • Single or three phase configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I install the charger myself?

No.

Do I need a site inspection?

Recommended.

Is three phase required?

Only for 11-22 kW output, you can still charge overnight with single phase installations.

Does the installation include cabling?

Yes within standard limits.

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  • Job Title - Co-Founder, EVSE Australia

    11 years of EV charging deployment history

    EV specialist, ev driver, member of AFMA, AEVA, EV Council, HVIA

    Sam Korkees is the Co-Founder of EVSE Australia, a leading provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and solutions. Since co-founding the company in 2014 alongside Brendan Wheeler, Sam has played a pivotal role in scaling EVSE from an early-stage startup into a nationally recognised leader in EV charging.

    EVSE has delivered some of the country's largest EV fleet and depot charging deployments, supporting the electrification of commercial fleets, logistics operations, and government assets. The company is also recognised as a leader in public charging infrastructure, with extensive experience in the rollout of fast and ultra-fast DC charging networks nationwide.

    Sam works closely with government, utilities, and enterprise clients to design and implement scalable, future-ready charging solutions, helping accelerate the adoption of EVs across Australia.

    Credentials: 11 years of EV charging deployment history, EV specialist, EV driver, member of AFMA, AEVA, EV Council, HVIA

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