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this looks intriguing and i've downloaded it but haven't got it working yet:
https://www.ioniqforum.com/threads/a...reply_top_post
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AMIRZA786 (10-25-23)
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this looks intriguing and i've downloaded it but haven't got it working yet:
https://www.ioniqforum.com/threads/a...reply_top_post
https://www.ioniqforum.com/threads/a...reply_top_post
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AMIRZA786 (10-26-23)
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I'm not sure if that's accurate, but that's exactly what the electrician recommended when I had my 14-50 outlet installed. The electrical system was modified by using two 30-amp breakers to upgrade the outlet to a 60-amp capacity. Considering that the EQS can charge up to 9.6 kW, I opted for a 40-amp charger as there is no point in paying more for amperage that I won't be able to utilize. Additionally, I chose not to install a hardwire since I wanted to remain flexible in case I didn't prefer the charger. This way, I can keep my options open without any hassle. Also, the outlet was less than one foot from the breaker box. My total cost, not including the charger, was $435.
If you're an expert in the domain of energy management, you may already be familiar with the cost-saving rate plans offered by your utility company. However, in case you're not, exploring and taking advantage of them is highly recommended. For instance, my utility company provides three distinct rate plans: the standard plan and two residential time-of-day rate plans.
Let me walk you through an example of how I use the three different plans to give you an idea. I have also included details of my charging usage to illustrate the costs involved. In the graph below, the peach-colored blocks signify the hours during which I used my charger. Typically, I needed to charge my vehicle for around 2 to 2.5 hours, with a minimum starting range of 60% charge and up to stopping at 80% charge. This equated to approximately 2 hours of charging and an additional mileage gain of roughly 30 miles per hour. Therefore, for every 10% of charge, it took about 1 hour, and increased my range about 30 miles, for an approximate total of 60 miles gained. Based on my standard rate plan, I incurred a cost of about $1 per hour, or approximately $2, during a two-hour charging period. It's worth noting that my EQS can accept a maximum capacity of 9.6 kW, meaning it can only accept a 40 amp Level 2 charger. As far as I know, there isn't any advantage to using a higher amperage on my EQS. While I'm not an electrician, I believe this information to be accurate. If there are any discrepancies, I welcome feedback and corrections from more knowledgeable people.
It seems I'll have to put my detective hat on and do some investigating before switching to one of the Time-of-Day (TOD) rate plans. I plan on waiting at least 25 days to get an accurate idea of which plan would save me more money based on my actual usage. Luckily, the utility company will backdate my chosen rate plan to the start of the billing cycle, so I won't miss out on any potential savings. My gut tells me that the Energy TOD rate plan will be the one for me, but I'll have to wait and see if my intuition is correct.
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BayeauxLex (11-17-23)
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^^ interesting, but at $2 a day who cares if it can be lower?
fyi i have 60A circuit 48A 'charger' (the external boxes really aren't chargers they're more like current limiters and other safety checks) and my car can charge at 48A, which is 11.5kW.
i typically charge every third day.
there's no varying rates here, so it doesn't matter when i do it.
fyi i have 60A circuit 48A 'charger' (the external boxes really aren't chargers they're more like current limiters and other safety checks) and my car can charge at 48A, which is 11.5kW.
i typically charge every third day.
there's no varying rates here, so it doesn't matter when i do it.
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