Different types of Tesla charging plugs
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Different types of Tesla charging plugs

26.05.2022 /

Tesla Mobile Connector

There are two models of Tesla mobile connector.

  • Home adapter supplied with the vehicle. This is a 3 kW outlet that allows you to gain a range of up to 18 km per hour of charging.
  • The other connector (not included) is adapter for adoption в industrial 16A ... The power is 3,7 kW and provides 22 km of additional power reserve per hour of charging.

This connector should be considered a spare decision in case of an accident. This is why the American manufacturer advises its customers to always keep this connector in the trunk of their car. This allows, for example, to charge the car overnight if you have not found a charging station nearby.

Type 2 cable

The cable is included with the vehicle. This allows you to charge your Tesla with one of the public charging stations in your area. The power and characteristics associated with this cable are as follows:

  • Model S: 16,5 kW and 77 km / h charge
  • Model X: 16,5 kW and 69 km / h charge
  • Model 3: 11 kW and 65 km per hour of charging.

Different types of Tesla charging plugs

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Tesla supercharger

This type of charging does not require any additional equipment. In fact, it consists of connecting your Tesla to one of the boost stations brand. There is a charge to use a blower and this type of station is still rare in the area.

However, this the fastest way to top up your balance ... The supercharger provides 250 kW of charging power, which allows fully charge Tesla in about 30 minutes  ! You will find a breakdown of Tesla's superchargers on the brand's website. Also, keep in mind that the on-board navigation system is programmed to automatically guide you to Tesla superchargers that are on your route.

CHADEMO adapter

The CHADEMO adapter is not supplied with the vehicle. Also, it is only compatible with models S and X ... The maximum transmitted power is 43 kW, which is 175 km per hour of charging.

CCS Combo 2 adapter

The CCS Combo 2 adapter allows you to charge your Tesla car on third-party charging stations (except Tesla) in Europe. This adapter is provided on models S and X that were manufactured after 1 - his May 2019 An adapter is not necessary for model 3. The maximum power of the additional battery depends on the charging station to which you stop.

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