AC charger capacity

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Does anyone know what the onboard AC charger capacity is for North America.
Is it 7.6Kw or otherwise stated 32 amps x 240V single phase like on the Kona? Or is it larger?
I have been looking but have only seen a reference for European models at 10.6Kw 32 amp 3 phase. Thanks in advance
 
apu said:
Cool, thanks Ian. So it looks like it will take at least a 40 amp EVSE. I am feeling good about installing a 50 amp circuit when I got the Kona :)
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Excellent. What kind of EVSE do you have? Did you run the 50 amp circuit yourself?

This'll be our first EV so the circuit install will happen in the next couple of months while we wait for the vehicle itself... :-)
 
Ian S said:
Excellent. What kind of EVSE do you have? Did you run the 50 amp circuit yourself?

This'll be our first EV so the circuit install will happen in the next couple of months while we wait for the vehicle itself... :)
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50 A capacity cable will only get you 9600W (50A*.8*240V).
As of late, I have advised all who ask to run #6 cable capable of 11,500 W (60A*.8*240V) which would indeed have no issues supplying the full capability of the 10.5kW OBC in the Ionic 5, as well as most others manufactured these days (including Tesla):
Model Onboard Charger Recommended circuit breaker for Wall Connector installation
Model S
Model X
Model Y
Model 3 Performance
Model 3 Long Range
11.5 kW
(48 amp) 60 amp circuit breaker
Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive 7.7 kW
(32 amp) 40 amp circuit breaker
Of course make sure your home's calculated load in conjunction with your main electrical service can handle it. EVs require 100% demand towards that calculation.;)
 
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