Charging options?

[DaBagBoy]

...(maybe about 3 miles per hour).

I'd wager you won't get anywhere near half that maybe 1-1.5 mph at 120v x 15 (actually 12 delivered @ 80% of circuit). You really need 240v or a lot more amps to get charged.

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[AlmostHuman]

I’d recommend the Universal Wall Connector. It is the newest Wall Connector model, gives you the option to install Powershare later if you had the need.


Universal Wall Connector
https://shop.tesla.com/product/universal-wall-connector?sku=1734411-02-E

If you think you want Powershare at some point you could pick up the bundle.


Powershare Home Backup Bundle
https://shop.tesla.com/product/powershare-home-backup?sku=1841000-99-B

 

[Nidavellir]

If you are wanting to charge at 240v with maximum charge rate this is the charger to get:
Grizzl-E Cyber Ultimate 80A

 

[Gritted Cybe]

If you are wanting to charge at 240v with maximum charge rate this is the charger to get:
Grizzl-E Cyber Ultimate 80A

80A! That is WILD! I wonder which gauge wire it requires coming from the box. I use a nema 14-50 my father installed for his RV. Works great by my max is 32A.

 

[mongo]

If you are wanting to charge at 240v with maximum charge rate this is the charger to get:
Grizzl-E Cyber Ultimate 80A

No Tesla currently sold has a charger that draws more than 48A, which a Wall Connector supplies when on a 60A circuit.

 

[cybercricket]

80A! That is WILD! I wonder which gauge wire it requires coming from the box. I use a nema 14-50 my father installed for his RV. Works great by my max is 32A.

Depends on the type of wire (insulation rating), but likely 3AWG.

 

[mongo]

I’d recommend the Universal Wall Connector. It is the newest Wall Connector model, gives you the option to install Powershare later if you had the need.


Universal Wall Connector
https://shop.tesla.com/product/universal-wall-connector?sku=1734411-02-E

If you think you want Powershare at some point you could pick up the bundle.


Powershare Home Backup Bundle
https://shop.tesla.com/product/powershare-home-backup?sku=1841000-99-B

Preemptively buying a Powershare kit seems extreme though. Especially since it's redundant to Powerwalls.

 

[Crissa]

Check local regs. Homeowners in some states (like mine) are legally not allowed to do their own electrical work.

I don't know any state that bans this, only municipalities. And it's stupid. Electrical work is pretty simple, and has rules.

But if you do it wrong it will catch fire.

-Crissa

 

[JCERRN]

I don't know any state that bans this, only municipalities. And it's stupid. Electrical work is pretty simple, and has rules.

But if you do it wrong it will catch fire.

-Crissa

Massachusetts.

 

[JCERRN]

Which state do you live in? I'm not aware of any legislation that outright prevents homeowners from making small project upgrades. Can you point us to the law/statues?

https://www.mass.gov/info-details/massachusetts-law-about-home-improvement

 

[JCERRN]

I don't know any state that bans this, only municipalities. And it's stupid. Electrical work is pretty simple, and has rules.

But if you do it wrong it will catch fire.

-Crissa

Though i do agree. Follow the rules and it should be fine.

 

[Crissa]

https://www.mass.gov/info-details/massachusetts-law-about-home-improvement

Are you hiring yourself?

There's a difference between being hired to do repairs and doing it yourself.

-Crissa

 

[Nidavellir]

No Tesla currently sold has a charger that draws more than 48A, which a Wall Connector supplies when on a 60A circuit.

Level 2 chargers typically offer a range of amperage, a Cybertruck can potentially charge at 80 amps if equipped with a suitable charger and a 100-amp dedicated circuit.

Here's a more detailed explanation:

• Level 2 Charging:
  Level 2 chargers are designed to deliver faster charging speeds than Level 1 chargers, and they can vary in amperage output, ranging from 15 to 80 amps.
  
  
• Cybertruck Charging Capacity:
  The Cybertruck is designed to accept charging at a maximum of 80 amps, but it depends on the charger and the available circuit.
  
  
• Required Infrastructure:
  To achieve 80 amps of charging, you'll need a Level 2 charger capable of delivering that amperage and a dedicated 100-amp circuit breaker installed at your home or location.

 

[AlmostHuman]

Preemptively buying a Powershare kit seems extreme though. Especially since it's redundant to Powerwalls.

Oh I didn‘t see the OP say they had Powerwalls.

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