16A, 120V charger

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Does anybody have any experience with these (https://www.amazon.com/Zencar-Porta...ncoding=UTF8&refRID=9R3FZW43T8HNJ9VPHJPP&th=1) sorts of chargers for 24kWh or 30kWh Leafs? On a 20A breaker, will the Leaf pull 16A (=1.76kW) or will it default back to the 12A setting, even though the EVSE is capable of charging at 15A/16A?
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I'm not familiar with this particular portable EVSE, but basically, the charge rate is determined by the car. So, even if the cord is capable of more, it can't give more than the car's setting say it is willing to accept.
 
Jakub said:
Does anybody have any experience with these (https://www.amazon.com/Zencar-Porta...ncoding=UTF8&refRID=9R3FZW43T8HNJ9VPHJPP&th=1) sorts of chargers for 24kWh or 30kWh Leafs? On a 20A breaker, will the Leaf pull 16A (=1.76kW) or will it default back to the 12A setting, even though the EVSE is capable of charging at 15A/16A?
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In my posts on the Clarity section, I've strongly recommended against the Zencar EVSE. The J1772 connector is (and has been for some time) manufactured such that it is a very tight fit in vehicle charge ports. And not just in Hondas. If you end up purchasing one, be sure you get it from a place you can return it because you may find it takes 2 hands and too much force to insert and remove. There are many reviews about this and many places you can find instructions on how to disassemble and modify the connector in an attempt to make it fit. I've stopped using mine.
 
I would go with a reputable brand name and spend more for the quality and long-lasting capabilities. I actually use a Tesla Wall Charger with a J1772 adapter for charging my 2018 Leaf. Works great and the Tesla WC is a very reliable and solid unit.
 
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