How to Monitor or Schedule EV Charging
- Allows scheduled off peak charging.
- Helps avoid peak tariff times.
- Supports energy tracking and usage history.
- Allows you to record usage for work and business use
- Works with most Australian home setups.
How charging monitoring works
Monitoring uses software inside the charging system to track current flow and charging duration. A home energy manager or smart meter can provide data that shows when energy is cheapest or most abundant from solar. The best chargers such as the Ocular IQ Solar have this inbuilt and hence make the process simple and easy to install.
Key functions:
- Charge start and stop tracking.
- Session history.
- Energy consumption reports.
- Load management when needed.
How scheduling works
Scheduling allows you to set a start or stop time for charging. This is helpful for off peak tariffs or when using solar during the day.
Typical uses:
- Charging after midnight during off peak rates.
- Stopping charging before peak energy periods.
- Synchronising with rooftop solar export windows.
Recommended chargers
- Ocular LTE Plus: Simple monitoring functions through a Bluetooth app.
- Ocular IQ Home Solar: Supports more advanced scheduled charging with OCPP app while monitroing home energy usage & Solar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a smart charger for scheduling?
Yes
Can I schedule charging with solar?
Yes, when paired with energy management such as CT clamps included with Ocular IQ Home Solar.
Are all EVs compatible?
Yes
Does this reduce power bills?
Yes by using off peak tariffs or excess solar.