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ChargePoint® Home Flex

16A-50A Flexible Amperage Charger

Electrician’s Pre-Installation Tips

Before beginning work, check the site for appropriate mounting location and electrical capacity.

1. Ensure the homeowner has chosen an installation location that allows

the charging cable to reach the car's charging port while still providing

slack. Ensure there is a stud available at the desired location for

mounting the charging station. Ensure there is WiFi signal available.

Note: Outdoor installation is an option, but requires an outdoor-rated,

weather-resistant electrical outlet or hardwired installation.

2. Determine the desired charging amperage with the homeowner. Home Flex can be installed at a variety

of amperages. Choose based on the availability of space or electrical capacity in the panel, the desired

speed of charging, and whether the homeowner prefers a hardwired or plug-in installation.

Home Flex can also be wired for higher amperages. Consult all applicable codes for breaker and wire

sizing requirements. The field-wiring terminal is rated to 105˚C and accepts a maximum of 16 mm

(6 AWG) wire.

CAUTION: Home Flex is a continuous load device. The circuit must be rated for 125% of the

maximum load.

Circuit Rating Max Load Estimated Range per Hour Plug-in Hardwire

50 A 40 A 30 miles/48 km yes yes

40 A 32 A 25 miles/40 km yes yes

30 A 24 A 18 miles/29 km no yes

20 A 16 A 12 miles/19 km no yes

Important: In Canada, a plug-in installation is only allowed with a 50 amp circuit.

Circuit Rating Max Load Estimated Range per Hour Plug-in Hardwire

80 A 50 A 37 miles/60 km no yes

70 A 50 A 37 miles/60 km no yes

60 A 48 A 36 miles/58 km no yes

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Summary

Verify installation location, cable reach, stud availability, and WiFi signal.

Determine desired amperage, considering panel capacity and continuous load requirements (125% of max load).

Identify plug type (NEMA 6-50 or 14-50) and confirm circuit requirements, including dedicated 240V breaker.

Specify NEMA outlet placement for plug-in installations, considering cable length and ground clearance.

Adhere to all local codes, ordinances, and obtain necessary permits for electrical work.

Implement surge protection for thunderstorms and ensure clean, tight electrical connections.

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