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Many do but not all. The ChargePoint Flex ships with your choice of two different plug types. Which I think is fine just as long as the user doesn't unplug/plug all that often.Most of 48 amp units that I've seen require hardwiring.
I think what 1pt21Gigawatts is suggesting is having a 60 amp circuit run with a receptacle for a lower amp unit such as the mobile EVSE that ships with the Mach E. If so, that idea would work just fine because there is a Federal Tax credit of up to $1000 for that portion of the work. Actually.....I would even go so far as to say that it's an excellent idea and the only reason NOT to do something like that would be if their electrical panel can't handle the additional amps or the cost to upgrade from 40 amp to 60 amp is too great.
If anyone is planning to run a circuit for their EVSE....they would be wise to have their electrician run a 60 amp circuit and then install the receptacle for whatever EVSE they plan on using. This way they can take full advantage of the $1000 Federal Rebate and be set up to upgrade to a higher amp unit later if they desire. All they would need to do is upgrade the receptacle or hardwire right into that spot. Of course their electrical panel would need to be able to support the higher amp demand.....
Here is a link to the information I have on the residential and commercial incentives for installation.
https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/10513
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