EVSE without garage or carport

[physib]

Are there solutions for that? For what it's worth, I'm not sure if I can mount one on the outside wall either.

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[breeves002]

There are several outdoor rated EVSEs. We use one at work. It just has to be installed properly.

 

[jimbobiii]

Are there solutions for that? For what it's worth, I'm not sure if I can mount one on the outside wall either.

we use a Tesla model 3 wall charger for our Model 3 and a Tesla tap to adapt for the MME. the Tesla chargers are rated for outdoor usage

 

[LagerHead]

Are there solutions for that? For what it's worth, I'm not sure if I can mount one on the outside wall either.

You can mount them on a riser so you can place them at the edge of a driveway or other parking spot. Underground conduit is inexpensive so put it where it's the most convenient.

 

[Kamuelaflyer]

Both Clippercreek and Grizzl-e EVSEs are suitable for outdoor use as an example. With a little bit of work, you could make them even more weather resistant should you desire.

There are a lot more than those though.

 

[MattG]

Here’s my current outdoor charging solution, a Grizzl-E mounted to a ChaseStation post (disclaimer - I’m a partial owner of ChaseStation). I’m going to swap the Grizzl-E for a hardwired Chargepoint Flex soon though for a cleaner look.

 

[GoGoGadgetMachE]

Here’s my current outdoor charging solution, a Grizzl-E mounted to a ChaseStation post (disclaimer - I’m a partial owner of ChaseStation). I’m going to swap the Grizzl-E for a hardwired Chargepoint Flex soon though for a cleaner look.

that's purty

I like that there's an extra 120 on the post! It makes sense to say "well if I'm running the wire and doing all this stuff anyway I might as well put an outlet there, too!" minimal incremental cost, solid benefits.

 

[LagerHead]

Both Clippercreek and Grizzl-e EVSEs are suitable for outdoor use as an example. With a little bit of work, you could make them even more weather resistant should you desire.

There are a lot more than those though.

Absolutely. I've seen some nice outdoor charging solutions. Here's my favorite:

https://teslamotorsclub.com/tmc/attachments/20201002_121516es-jpg.595652/

Outside EV Charging Kiosk | Tesla Motors Club

 

[physib]

OK this might be a dumb follow up question but... For something like the pole mount, who installs the pole? I assume the electrician runs the underground conduit, but does he also take care of the other parts?

 

[MattG]

OK this might be a dumb follow up question but... For something like the pole mount, who installs the pole? I assume the electrician runs the underground conduit, but does he also take care of the other parts?

The electrician can do it. if the conduit is being buried and run up inside the post as in the photo I showed, they need to ensure it’s buried deep enough (and gets inspected) to pass code, before pouring the cement (so they’ll want to be the ones to pour the cement to ensure the conduit is still in the right place). You could save some money by digging the post hole and conduit trench yourself, or pay them to do it. Once the concrete is in place, actually installing the post and the other parts is easy.

In the example I showed, the electrician did 100% of the work, though I got the sense they weren’t too excited about having to dig the hole themselves.

 

[Dark Matter GT]

Here is my setup. Don't even have my car yet, but the unit is outdoor rated so it should be find. Was going to put a dual plug unit on a post at the end of the driveway, but the charge point is very compact and stores the cord on itself. Saves a lot of space.

 

[67 Stang Convertible]

If you don't have access to a garage, you can still charge an electric vehicle at home as long as you have access to electricity and a designated parking spot.

Yes, Most if not all of EV chargers are rated to be "outdoor".

 

[67 Stang Convertible]

Here is my setup. Don't even have my car yet, but the unit is outdoor rated so it should be find. Was going to put a dual plug unit on a post at the end of the driveway, but the charge point is very compact and stores the cord on itself. Saves a lot of space.

Good to see I was not the only one to buy the charger before the car LOL!!! My wife thought I was nuts until I explained the Gov't 30% rebate for that year (2020). Hope you get to enjoy the car soon!!!

 

[sotek2345]

I have a Grizzl-e that I will be mounting on an outside wall of my house (no garage or car port). I do plan to build a little roof/awning over it to keep off the worst of the snow. Mainly to reduce how much I need to clean to get to the cord in the winter.

 

[EELinneman]

Start with Tom Moloughney's State of Charge YT channel. He reviews every charger out there and weather tests them too

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdX0BJNon1c6GfOdeS3pyDw

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