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What is a Level 2 EV Charger

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A Level 2 charger is an wall EV charger that provides between 7kW and 22 kW of AC power. It is the standard charging solution for Australian homes and delivers faster charging compared to a standard 10amp portable charger which plugs into a household outlet. All EVSE recommended chargers, including Ocular IQ Home Solar and Ocular LTE, are Level 2 chargers.

  • Provides up to10 times faster charging than a household outlet
  • Suitable for all Type 2 EVs.
  • Supports single and three phase setups.
  • Safe for indoor and outdoor installation.

Level 2 charger overview

A Level 2 charger uses a dedicated circuit and delivers significantly higher charging power than a household outlet. Charging speeds depend on whether the home uses single phase or three phase power.
Typical output:

Your charging speed will also be dependent on the vehicles battery and charging speed. Level 2 chargers are the default choice for home charging in Australia.

Recommended Level 2 chargers

  • Ocular IQ Home Solar Universal 7kW: Best for reliable single phase with solar compatibility
  • Ocular IQ Home with 5 metre cable: Reliable everyday unit with tethered cable
  • Ocular LTE Plus: Suitable for single phase and compact setups.

Comparison Table

Power Output Charging Features</th
7kW Suitable for overnight charging average charge time 0-100% is 8-10 hours
22 kW Fastest home charging option average charge time 0-100% is 5-6hours if the vehicle supports 3-phase charging

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Level 2 faster than a power point?

Yes significantly.

Do all EVs support Level 2?

Yes for AC charging.

Can Level 2 chargers be installed outdoors?

Yes.

Do I need an electrician?

Yes for compliance and safety.

Author

  • 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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