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Originally Posted by scanido
Question - what are you all using for Level 2 Charging?
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I have both a JuiceBox Pro 40A (40A) and a ClipperCreek LCS-20P (16A). Both with NEMA 14-50 plugs.
The JB is great if you have the space to mount it. The plug cable is 6 ft and the J1772 cable is 25 ft and both are very thick and heavy. The box is steel with no indicator lights. Not at all portable at 20 lbs. It has wi-fi and a smartphone app. You can read data in real time, set charging time, set max current, and lots more. Very cool if you are into all the techno. X5 40e can only charge at max 16A so this is a bit of overkill if you don't have another EV.
The CC is a bigger version of the OEM level 1 EVSE in the trunk (it's made by CC too). Plug cable is 6 inches (WTF were they thinking?) and the J1772 cable is 25 ft. The whole thing is just over 5 lbs. You could take it with you to recharge at RV parks or use someone's dryer outlet. It has lights just like the OEM EVSE. It's basic no frills EVSE, has no settings and no data, just plug it in and charge. CC also makes similar models that are rated for more charge.