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TurboCord or Charging station?

Discussion in 'Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015' started by GreenGuy33, Jun 19, 2014.

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    I have neither. However, please note that the TurboCord at 240V has a spec stating the PiP charges in 2.1 hours. This is significantly slower than other Level 2, 240V chargers (1.5 hours) and only marginally faster than the standard 110V EVSE (2.8-3.0 hours).
     
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    You could have a 220V outlet installed and then go with a regular charging station/EVSE that simply plugs into the outlet (not hardwired). There are a few EVSEs that are flexible with a "permenant" hardwired install or allow you to simply plug it in. So dont limit yourself to the TurboCord if you are looking for something that simply plugs-in.

    You also have the option of having your existing Toyota cord/cable/EVSE modified to work for both 110V and 220V (it will come with the different plugs for each outlet) for about $250 or so (through a third party).
     
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