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How to test charging stations for charging mode 3?

To test charging stations based on the standard IEC/EN 61851-1 for electric vehicles
you need an Installation Tester* in combination with an EV Test Adapter Kit EV-520.
 

Testing procedure of a charging station:

  1. Use the left switch to set the maximum current carrying capacity of the charging point, set the right switch to vehicle status "A".
  2. Connect the EV-520 measuring adapter to the charging station and the installation tester to the EV-520 measuring adapter.
  3. Now set the right switch to vehicle status "B" (ready to charge), the charging plug will be locked.
  4. Then set the right switch to vehicle status "C" (charging active), the EV-520 measuring adapter enables the charging output, the output voltage is displayed by means of LEDs.
  5. The required test steps for the electrical test are performed according to country-specific specifications for testing charging station and testing electrical systems.
  6. Finally simulate the CP error and PE error by simply pressing the respective key.

The EV-520 measuring adapter thus offers a universal solution for quick and easy testing of functionality and safety.

* The installation tester should provide RCD type B testing

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