How can electric vehicle charging be smarter?

With the rapid growth of the global electric vehicle (EV) market, efficient and safe charging infrastructure has become the focus of the industry. As the core control unit of the charging pile, the performance of the EPC EV charge controller directly affects charging efficiency and safety.
So, how to choose a smart charge controller that meets international standards and has comprehensive functions, ETEK has charge controllers that meet international standards, and our EKEPC2-C/S Mode3 Level 2 charge controller may be the answer!

Why is the charge controller the “brain” of the EV charging station?

The charge controller is responsible for managing the charging process and ensuring the safe and stable transmission of electricity to the electric vehicle.EKEPC2-C/S complies with IEC61851-1 and SAE J1772 standards, and meets the installation requirements of DIN EN6075, which is applicable to the world's mainstream charging pile systems, and it can support a maximum current output of 63A, and can accurately control the on-off of the AC contactor to ensure the safety of charging.

Core advantages:

• International certification: in line with IEC61851-1, SAE J1772, compatible with European and American markets
• High load capacity: maximum 63A current, suitable for a variety of charging scenarios
• Intelligent communication: support Modbus-RTU protocol, RS485 communication, remote monitoring of the charging status
• Multi-function expansion: support IC card recognition, residual current monitoring, DLB dynamic load balancing

On the issue of charge controllers, which users are most concerned about, the following keywords have seen a surge in search volume:

“IEC61851-1 compliant EV charger controller” (compliance is emphasized)

“Modbus-RTU EV charge controller” (demand for smart communications grows)

“63A SAE J1772 charge controller” (rising demand for high power charging)

This indicates a strong market demand for charge controllers with high compatibility, intelligent management, and high current support, for which the EKEPC2-C/S is designed.

How do the smart features of the EKEPC2-C/S enhance the charging experience?

1. Contactless IC card authentication
Support RFID card to start charging, suitable for commercial charging stations to realize user management and billing.

2. Residual Current Monitoring (RCM)
Real-time detection of power leakage to ensure charging safety and comply with electrical protection standards.

3. Dynamic Load Balancing (DLB)
Intelligent distribution of power resources to avoid overloading the power grid, suitable for multi-pile parallel charging scenarios.

4. LCD display & kWh meter
Clearly display charging status and power statistics, convenient for users and operators to manage.

5. Electronic Lock & Emergency Stop Button
Prevents the charging gun from being maliciously unplugged, and in case of emergency, the power can be cut off with one key to enhance safety.

How to choose the right EV charge controller?

Look for certification: Ensure compliance with IEC61851-1 or SAE J1772 standards.

Look at the communication protocol: Modbus-RTU, OCPP and other protocols determine the degree of intelligence

Look at the extended functions: whether you need IC card, DLB, RCM and other advanced functions.

Look at the current carrying: 32A for home use, 40A-63A for commercial use.

Conclusion: Do you need to upgrade the controller of your charging pile?

Whether it's a public charging station, a commercial parking lot, or a home charging pile, the EKEPC2-C/S charge controller is the ideal choice for EV charging systems due to its high compatibility, intelligent management, and security.

Still worried about charging efficiency and safety? Try EKEPC2-C/S for smarter and more reliable charging!