Ford has announced the new Ford Electric Vehicle Home Charging Station has achieved UL certification after forming a partnership with Leviton.
The level two electric vehicle charging device meets the certification UL 2231, UL 2251 and UL 2594 – it also meets industry standards and recommended practices such as SAE J1772 and NEC 625.
The home charging station will provide up to 32amps at 240volts – it is able to fully charge the Ford Focus Electric’s battery in just over three hours. That’s more than four times faster than a portable charger. It is also made up from nearly 60 per cent recycled materials and has a low-energy standby power design.
Among its features is a ground monitor circuit and built-in communication which ensures a proper connection before charging can take place. It also comes with an “auto-restart” that allows charging to continue following a minor fault.
With standard installation, the Ford Electric Vehicle Home Charging Station will retail for $1,499 and carry a 10-year limited warranty. It is available in the US through selected Ford dealerships and Best Buy stores.
