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Charging Points Database
Posted: Thu Jun 26, 2008 2:46 pm
by geekygrilli
Hi guys
What regulars here are on the database?
Does anyone know what sort of socket i need to supply to sign up? I am wiring up a 16Amp 240v Socket on my exterior garage wall this weekend. Is this teh BVS standard - or should I make it a 13amp socket?
Just want to be as helpful as possible....
Posted: Thu Jun 26, 2008 3:06 pm
by timpootle
I'm on the database. I can only offer 13Amp, but the form gives you the choice of 16/13/both.
I have made a converter lead for my own use, with a 16A plug and 13A socket, so I can use either. The 16A socket is certainly more robust- Berlingo owners using 13A sockets all have scorched live pins I think.
HTH
Posted: Thu Jun 26, 2008 4:07 pm
by clnbrtltt
We are on the database and have a 16A external socket. We also have a lead available that plugs into the 16A socket to provide 2 13A sockets if required.
Posted: Thu Jun 26, 2008 6:55 pm
by arsharpe
I assume that you talking about the
http://www.ev-network.org.uk database.
It really does not matter too much, as you specify what you have anyway. Then it is upto other people to make sure they have the correct adapter.
A 16 A socket would be ideal with an adapter for 13A sockets. Then you say that you have both.
Posted: Thu Jun 26, 2008 10:11 pm
by ChrisB
As Rob says it really dosnt matter
As long as you are willing to offer a point then you can go on there
You can specify number of points, type, and even if you have to phone ahead before arriving etc so its pretty easy going.
I will say that if you are supplying any power outside your property it must be protected by a 30mA RCD
ChrisB
Posted: Fri Jun 27, 2008 4:58 pm
by geekygrilli
Cool...
I've just filled in my application form, 13 Amp internal for now, and booking in advance seems the best bet to start with. Seems fair.
I think its a great scheme, so long as people don't abuse it.
Christopher
Posted: Sat Jun 28, 2008 3:49 pm
by Tony Dolby
Great idea! Haven't had much traffic yet though!
Tony, Hebrides.
:8¬)
Posted: Wed Sep 17, 2008 5:10 pm
by Tim
Now over 100 members and over 160 locations (including public ones) where a vehicle can be charged.
http://www.ev-network.org.uk