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Frequently Asked Questions
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What Is The Difference Between A Tethered vs Socketed EV Charger?
I’m looking at purchasing a charger for my electric vehicle and am being asked if I would prefer a tethered EV charging unit or a universal socket EV charger. What is the difference between the two?
When it comes to ordering a home charger for your electric vehicle, the key difference between a tethered unit and a universal socket unit, is its flexibility and ease of use.
A universal socket unit can effectively charge any electric vehicle, provided the correct cable is used to connect it to the car. The unit attached to the wall does not come equipped with any cables – the cable for charging must be attached by the vehicle owner. The cable you will need for your car can be found in the boot, meaning that every time you wish to charge the car you will need to unlock the boot of the car and link the cable to the charger. Universal socket units are usually found in public places and company car parks, where a variety of different electric vehicles may use any one charger.
A tethered unit is the option created for ease of use at home – selected and installed with a tethered cable which slots into the charger and matches the model of your vehicle, meaning all you have to do is plug it in to the car with one quick action.
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Paul started out in the electrical industry as a Lighting Technician in 1997, working on TV and Film Sets until 2008, when Green Electrical was set up. During this time, Paul became a fully qualified electrician as well as becoming respected team member amongst his peers. In his 11 years of working in the lighting industry, Paul's knowledge in lighting and design has been a vital asset for Green Electrical.
At Green Electrical, Paul is the NICEIC Qualified Supervisor, his role is to counter sign, check and issue all electrical certification as well as supporting the office manager in the day to day running of Green Electrical.
Paul lives in St Albans with his family, having moved from North London. Outside of work, Paul is a Tottenham Hotspur supporter, a keen golfer and guitarist, with The Beatles and Oasis being his favourite bands.