On 03/08/2020 12:41, Tim+ wrote:
FTAOD, are we talking just installing a off the shelf charging unit, or
are you suggesting building a complete charger from the component level up?
Doable? Worth doing?
Yup, and only if doing the former!
In Scotland I see that there are grants available for professional
installations (which seem to be around the £1000 mark).
ISTR there were some for England as well.
Are there significant savings to be had by DIYing it and are there any
significant gotchas that one needs to be aware of?
Much the same as any outdoor wiring project, with the possible
additional requirement of needing a type A RCD for protection. The
latest amendment to BS7671 has a bit more on vehicle charging.
(we probably ought to stick something in the wiki)
I do realise that
this probably falls into the if you have to ask, you shouldnt be doing
it category of jobs
I rarely subscribe to that train of logic! Its seems far more sensible
to find out what you need to know before doing the job.
(that I get mildly narked by people telling me "its too difficult for
you, leave it to the pros!")
but just curious to know if a) you averagely competent
DIYer could do it or b) make some saving by installing an appropriate
unconnected cable for a sparky to finish off?
Either would be ok, although you would probably need to confirm with the
fitter if doing the latter - they may not be as keen if they did not
have full control over the job.
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Cheers,
John.
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