What size wire do I need for setting up a home EV charging station?

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What size wire do I need for setting up a home EV charging station?

What size wire do I need for setting up a home EV charging station?

1. How many cores does it need?
2. What wattage and amperage should I consider?
3. Should I go with 10mm o r 16mm cable?

Ahmed asked on 12 Oct 2024 11:57:43 am

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Haseeb Khalid - on 12 Oct 2024 11:59:40 am

It really depends on your charger. Check the ampere rating it requires. Most cables on the market are rated for 600 volts, so that shouldnt be an issue.

You could use a twin-core cable, but its better to include a proper earth wire for safety. If your charger uses three phases, youll need a five-core wire.

For up to 32 amps, a 7/0.044 wire which is equivalent to 6mm should work well.