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AC Charging Infrastructure

Convenient, simple, efficient
charging for commercial, workplace and public spaces.

Who benefits from AC Charging?

Destinations and Retail

Attract more customers, increase time spent and stand out from other businesses

Public and Local Authority

Build a premium experience and encourage longer stays

Workplace

Support EV adoption, reduce costs and demonstrate commitment to sustainability

Why Choose DC Charging?

Simple Intergration

Works seamlessly with existing electrical networks without requiring complex grid reinforcements. Compatible with most home/workplace energy management systems.

Cost Effective Infrastructure

AC chargers are cheaper to purchase and install. Lower upfront investment makes them ideal for smaller businesses or residential developments.

Ideal for Dwell-Time Locations

Best suited for places where vehicles remain parked for longer periods, such as offices and workplaces, Residential, car parks, hotels and resorts, and long-stay public parking.

Flexible Scalability

Easier to deploy multiple AC charge points without major infrastructure upgrades. Ideal for apartment complexes, workplaces, and retail parks looking to offer multiple bays.

Cost Effective Infrastructure

AC chargers are cheaper to purchase and install. Lower upfront investment makes them ideal for smaller businesses or residential developments.

Ideal for Dwell-Time Locations

Best suited for places where vehicles remain parked for longer periods, such as Offices and workplaces, Residential, car parks, Hotels and resorts, and Long-stay public parking.

Flexible Scalability

Easier to deploy multiple AC charge points without major infrastructure upgrades. Ideal for apartment complexes, workplaces, and retail parks looking to offer multiple bays.

How AC Charging Works

AC (Alternating Current) charging is the most common way to charge electric vehicles, ideal for workplaces, homes, and destinations where vehicles are parked for longer periods.

Power Supply

Electricity is drawn from the local grid and delivered to the charger at standard voltages (usually single-phase 7kW or three-phase 22kW for faster charging).

Onboard Conversion

Unlike DC charging, the conversion to Direct Current happens inside the vehicle. The EV’s onboard charger converts the alternating current from the station into direct current suitable for the battery.

Controlled Charging

The charging unit communicates with the vehicle to regulate voltage, current, and charging speed. This ensures the battery is charged safely and efficiently without overloading the grid connection.