Charging Stations

Charging Stations for Electric Cars

At SoundstoreXL, we have created a category for you who drive an electric car and need a charging solution, because you have chosen to drive on electricity and help create a better environment for all of us. With our high-performance charging stations, we certainly have a charging station that you and your car will be very happy with.

Our charging stations are so mobile that you can also consider making an agreement with us for your business. If several employees in your company drive on electricity, we are open to making an offer for your company. Just give us a call or send us an email, and we will help you in the right direction!

The transport means of tomorrow are clean, sustainable, and run on electricity. Electric cars are on the rise, and it is an exciting new technology that is being developed at an impressive pace. With larger batteries, longer ranges, and faster charging, electric cars can become even more popular than they already are. Longer trips in an electric car are also slowly becoming more attractive because the technology for charging is getting better and better. In the future, it will definitely be even easier, plus it will be safer, faster, and much more!

The Future of Charging Stations

How long it takes to charge an electric car typically depends on which charger is installed in the car as standard, the battery's capacity, and the power connection. Depending on the car's charging capacity and the car's charger input, an electric car can typically be charged in between 20 minutes and 36 hours. In some homes, you may only have a 2.3kW outlet, and a full charge on popular models will then take about 12 hours. With a 22kW AC charging station, a regular electric car can be fully charged in less than 3 hours.

This technology is developing so rapidly that it is hard to comprehend. The short description is that within the near future there will be charging stations that can charge your car in under 1 hour, and many believe that this is where many will invest in more electric cars.

Charging Station - Connection Types

Generally, since 2014, type 2 has been quite the standard in Europe, while type 1 is preferred in the USA and Japan. When you buy an electric car, you need to be aware of which model your car has so you don't end up choosing the wrong one.

Type 1:

The type primarily designed for the American 1-phase "power grid" and many Japanese car manufacturers also use.

Type 2:

The type 2 plug has become Europe's favorite and most European cars are manufactured with this type as standard. It works both on a 1-phase and 3-phase AC "power grid".

How much does it cost to install a charging box?

Installation costs can vary. We do not offer installation for you, and it is mandatory to use a licensed electrician for installation. Therefore, the price can fluctuate significantly, depending on what offer you can obtain. Your residence or business typically needs to be inspected before the electrician can provide a reasonable quote. The installation typically consists of installing the box, the distance from the charging box to the distribution board, and other small additional solutions that may need to be performed.

Can I install the charging station myself?

We must emphasize that the installation may ONLY be performed by a qualified electrician. An installation manual for this electrician comes with the package.