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Home charge points (purchase/problems/questions) (See mod note post#1)

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  • #8402
    zd65
    Registered Users Posts: 11 ✭zd65


    Was considering 32A Commando but then seen this:

    https://www.reddit.com/r/electricvehicles/comments/wmzf6v/help_32a_commando_7kw_charging_nobody_wants_to/?rdt=60602



  • #8403
    allinthehead
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,154 ✭✭✭allinthehead


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122377918#Comment_122377918

    Practically the same rules apply here. Type B rcd and load balancing needed. It would be cheaper to install a chargepoint with these features built in.

    ☀️



  • #8404
    Gumbo
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 39,594 Mod ✭✭✭✭Gumbo


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122377918#Comment_122377918

    Commando socket or not. You still need the appropriate wiring and protection back to the board.

    IMG_9723.jpeg



  • #8405
    Gumbo
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 39,594 Mod ✭✭✭✭Gumbo


    Prime Day Hime Charger €370 delivered.

    https://amzn.eu/d/0bblczRi



  • #8406
    witnessmenow
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,181 ✭✭✭witnessmenow


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122386169#Comment_122386169

    Fantastic price but I'd be weary of buying something like this from a third party seller on Amazon, it's essentially like buying it from AliExpress or Temu except Amazon handles the shipping of it to your house.



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  • #8407
    bobcatboo123
    Registered Users Posts: 62 ✭✭bobcatboo123


    HI there,

    Just wondering has anyone gotten a home charger installed recently. Have been quoted 1400 before grant for installation of a zappi charger. Only starting the process of looking into chargers so wondering is this typical?



  • #8408
    dubrov
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,588 ✭✭✭dubrov


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058361962/home-charger-installation

    I've been seeing quotes of around €600 (before grant) for a straightforward install excluding the charger.

    The Zappis cost nearly a grand by themselves so 1400 seems very good.



  • #8409
    Mr Q
    Registered Users Posts: 1,037 ✭✭✭Mr Q


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058361962/home-charger-installation

    Are you sure you need a Zappi? I have a similar type charger from a different brand and never use the solar feature anymore.

    You could buy something like a basic VW/Elli charger for about 220 and get your own RECI to install. This route will often be cheaper.



  • #8410
    bobcatboo123
    Registered Users Posts: 62 ✭✭bobcatboo123


    Thanks, need to do some more research h. Possibly a cheaper charger another company quoted 1400 for the zappi plus another 600 in extra work which may be needed as the house was built in the 80s.



  • #8411
    kabakuyu
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,485 ✭✭✭kabakuyu


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122440926#Comment_122440926

    I got caught for the xtra work as well,needed new earth rod,sub board,and few other things,house built 83,total cost was 2.1k minus 600 grant.zappi as well.



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  • #8412
    dubrov
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,588 ✭✭✭dubrov


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122440926#Comment_122440926

    I've lost you.

    Was the 1,400 quote for install plus Zappi or just the install and the Zappi was extra?



  • #8413
    bobcatboo123
    Registered Users Posts: 62 ✭✭bobcatboo123


    1400 was for the zappi and install provided the house needed no extra work in order to install it. After i sent some photos of the meter abd fuse board, he said it would be 600 extra as the tails were too shorts and extra upgrades would be needed to safely install it.

    Another quote was 1400 for the zappi and install and he didn't think any upgrades would be needed.



  • #8414
    bilasy
    Registered Users Posts: 162 ✭✭bilasy


    Any one got easi one EV charger installed? Do you recommend it ?



  • #8415
    dubrov
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,588 ✭✭✭dubrov


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122443117#Comment_122443117

    I guess you really need them to give you the full quote including upgrades to compare them properly.

    The non-upgrade quote is better than I could get. I got three quotes and they were all in and around 600 including VAT (830-1000 extra for the Zappi unit). It is a straight-forward install as the power cabling is all there. A Harvi unit is needed for the network connection but the signal can run over the same power cable.

    In the end I sourced the Zappi myself and am paying 600 for the install



  • #8416
    bilasy
    Registered Users Posts: 162 ✭✭bilasy


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121894684#Comment_121894684

    how you finding the Easee charger so far? Considering one to work with solar PV, thanks



  • #8417
    bilasy
    Registered Users Posts: 162 ✭✭bilasy


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122150192#Comment_122150192

    how you finding the Easee charger? Is it connected to a solar PV?



  • #8418
    zg3409
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,811 ✭✭✭zg3409


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122443760#Comment_122443760

    Zappi can be had from 600 euro delivered on eBay, so dont cost 1000, and installers get discounts.

    Zappis need to be installed by myenergi trained installers and there is a good few technical things installers need to note such as certain brand RCDs not approved by myenergi, lots of installers use wrong wire type or push it in the wrong holes causing overheating of connections not covered by warranty. Make sure your installer knows zappi recommended install and "tricks". Setting up with WiFi and app, hardwired CT needed, all add some complication. Example.

    Screenshot_20240804-113701.png

    From

    https://support.myenergi.com/hc/en-gb/articles/11442021211153-Installation-of-conductor-cable-zappi-2-1



  • #8419
    myfreespirit
    Registered Users Posts: 342 ✭✭myfreespirit


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122450035#Comment_122450035

    Apologies for the delay in replying, hadn't logged in to Boards for a while.

    The Easee is grand, working away well, does the job reliably. The associated app is fairly straightforward to use and easy to set timers to get the cheap rates at night.

    It's not connected to any solar panel installation, as my roof is too small to support enough panels to make it worthwhile.



  • #8420
    corkandproud
    Registered Users Posts: 514 ✭✭✭corkandproud


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122450029#Comment_122450029

    Workd fine most of the time, only drawback is that there's not option to start a charge session from the unit. Had the odd issue when the app wasnt connected.



  • #8421
    MICKEYG
    Registered Users Posts: 783 ✭✭✭MICKEYG


    Hi all, not sure if this is the right thread but looking for some advice. I had a Zappi charger installed in March and it was working fine for the past few months. I have it timed to charge the car between 2am and 6am to coincide with my low electricity rate. Last weekend it just stopped working. Per the app it seems to initially kick off and then its just stops charging. It give no message on the logs to say something is wrong. The car charges fine at public charge points. I have attached my setup in case I have messed up something. Thanks in advance for your help.

    Screenshot_20240809_112750_myenergi.jpg
    Screenshot_20240809_114043_myenergi.jpg



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  • #8422
    slave1
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 19,107 Mod ✭✭✭✭slave1


    Everything looks fine, give MyEnergi a call, their support team are excellent



  • #8423
    zg3409
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,811 ✭✭✭zg3409


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122483142#Comment_122483142

    Put zappi into fast mode and what happens? I suggest charging in the evenings when you are home and can monitor it until you get it sorted. You may want to update the zappi firmware before calling support as they like to work with latest software on the unit.

    Are you powering on anything else at the low night rate?



  • #8424
    MICKEYG
    Registered Users Posts: 783 ✭✭✭MICKEYG


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122488265#Comment_122488265

    Nothing else at night. Will try that now.

    How can I get latest firmware?



  • #8425
    Firblog
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,053 ✭✭✭Firblog


    Myself and neighbour (below me) just got chargers installed on pedestal between our parking spots. He works for eng company so got all done, haven't received the butchers bill yet so can't give cost.

    IMG-20240809-WA0004.jpg
    IMG-20240809-WA0003.jpg



  • #8426
    KCross
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,131 ✭✭✭✭KCross


    That looks like it’s crossing a public footpath?

    Did you have to get council permission for that?



  • #8427
    Gumbo
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 39,594 Mod ✭✭✭✭Gumbo


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122490394#Comment_122490394

    Id say that estate is under Management Company control, therefore no council permission required.

    If im wrong, then I agree with you, liability issue there.



  • #8428
    slave1
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 19,107 Mod ✭✭✭✭slave1


    Looks lovely, is there a PIN code functionality on the Zappi or do you switch on/off from your CU?



  • #8429
    Firblog
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,053 ✭✭✭Firblog


    Yeah, estate has a management company so no issues there. Not really crossing a public footpath as going under it. I haven't actually seen the zappi yet, only installed on Friday and I'm on my holidays in Spain at the min.

    The mgt company is considering installing the same setup for the whole estate - up to 80% grant. Those running it were very unsure what the install would look like/entail, now they know.



  • #8430
    KCross
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,131 ✭✭✭✭KCross


    Looks good. It’s a pity that isolator switch is required there. It’s just inviting kids and scrotes to mess with your charging sessions.



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  • #8431
    Firblog
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,053 ✭✭✭Firblog


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122491058#Comment_122491058

    I had wanted it to be outside front door, but was told that regs say it has to be within 2m of charger. On the plus side, there are no issues with kids/scrotes messing with other people's property on the estate.



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