Type 2 plug and standards: EV charging basics

IEC 62196, single-phase, three-phase: essential terms before buying a charger.

The Type 2 connector is standard across Europe for AC charging, from 3.7 kW up to 22 kW depending on wiring.

Key standards

• IEC 62196: connector safety and design.
• IEC 61851: vehicle–charger communication.

Single vs three-phase

Single-phase (up to ~7.4 kW) suits most homes. Three-phase enables 11–22 kW for faster top-ups.

Every Élévation product page lists power, cable length, mounting and usage notes.