Type 2 Charging Socket with Shutter Overview
This Type 2 charging socket with shutters, with optional integrated temperature sensors, is designed for installation in both public AC charging stations and private home charging stations, enabling efficient AC charging of electric vehicles using mobile charging cables at power levels up to 22 kW.
Supports 16A or 32A charging at 250V or 480V AC. Available in basic configurations, with optional single-core wires, and features a 12V locking actuator for secure charging. Customizable with your logo. Complies with IEC 62196-2 standards. Single-core wire accessories available in a standard 0.3m length.
General
- Our Type 2 Charging Socket with Shutter ensures enhanced safety and durability, making it ideal for EV chargers. The integrated shutter provides reliable touch protection in compliance with IEC 61851-1, IEC 62196-1, and IEC 62196-2.
- Automatic shutter operation – opens when the plug is inserted, no rotation or sliding required.
- Meets safety regulations in Spain, Portugal, UK, France, Sweden, Italy, and Switzerland.
- Robust design for long-lasting performance in all environments. Perfect for AC chargers, wallboxes, and public charging stations
Touch Protection with Optional Shutter
Type 2 charging socket with shutters, ensuring reliable touch protection for all power and signal contacts.
Locking Actuator for EV Charging Sockets
- Integrated interlock during charging
- Manual emergency release of the locking actuator
Technical Drawings
Packaging for Safe Transport
Proper packing is crucial to ensure product safety and accuracy during transport. It involves verifying product specifications, securely packaging connectors in bubble bags, and providing protection with pearl cotton inside the cartons. Sealing the boxes and labeling them correctly ensures traceability, while proper stacking on pallets maximizes space and maintains stability.
Your Advantages
Enhanced Safety with touch protection shutter Effortless Installation and Maintenance with plug-in connecting cables Customer logos can be stamped or applied as UV- and weather-resistant labelCable length is from 0.3 to 2.0 m (additional lengths on request) Waterproof and dustproof (IP54) Manufactured in an IATF 16949 Certified Factory Fully compliant with IEC 62196 standardsExplore Other Benefits of Our AC Charging Sockets
Temperature Sensor Against Overheating
The optional temperature sensors provide effective protection for the charging socket against overheating, which may arise from external objects or contamination. This ensures user safety and helps avoid costly damage to the charging system. By monitoring resistance changes, the charging controller can promptly disconnect power when the temperature exceeds the specified threshold..
One-Hand Operation
In daily scenarios like making a call or carrying groceries, EV drivers often have just one hand available to connect the charging cable.
Our AC charging sockets are thoughtfully designed for one-handed use: the protective cover and shutter can be easily opened using the charging connector alone, eliminating the need for your other hand. This simple yet impactful feature has won the appreciation of many users.
Q & A
Q: Do We Need a Type 2 EV Charging Socket with Shutter?
Yes, in many cases, a Type 2 charging socket with a shutter is either recommended or legally required to ensure safety and compliance with national standards.
According to EN IEC 61851-1:2019, which defines the general requirements for electric vehicle (EV) conductive charging systems, EV charging equipment must prevent access to live electrical parts. This safety requirement can be fulfilled in one of two ways:
Incorporating shutters: Physical covers that block direct contact with live conductors when the socket is not in use.
Automatic isolation: A system that cuts off power when the charging plug is disconnected from the vehicle or socket outlet.
⚠️ France: Shutters Are Mandatory for EV Charging Sockets
In France, the NF C 15-100 standard — which regulates low-voltage electrical installations — explicitly requires that all socket-outlets must be equipped with shutters to protect users from accidental contact with live parts. This includes socket-outlets used in EV charging stations.
Additionally, the UTE C 15-722 standard, which specifically addresses EV charging infrastructure in France, reinforces the need for safety features such as shutters or equivalent protective measures. These requirements apply to both residential and public EV chargers.
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