GE Energy ™ DuraStation EV Charger Application Guide imagination at work
DuraStation™ EV Charger Introduction The GE DuraStation offers Level II charging capable of reducing charge time from 12-18 hours to 4-8 hours with service needs of 208-240VAC at 40A, assuming a 24kWh battery and a full-cycle charge. GE recognizes that this is an industry that will develop and change over time and, as a result, the DuraStation is designed to accommodate future changes and technological advances.
Product Details The DuraStation has a list of features that are upgradeable, resulting in a robust and reliable solution for the needs of EV charging infrastructure.
Specifications SAE Compliant Vehicle Interface Cable Length AC Charging Power Output Voltage and Current Rating AC Power Input Recommended Service Panel Breaker Ground Fault Protection Cold Load Start Local Area Network Network Communication Protocol Network Security Metering Accuracy RFID Reader Display Screen Standby Power Indoor Ventilation Outdoor Rated Safety Compliance Surge Protection EMI Compliance Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Approximate Shipping Weights Dimensions Level II per J1772
Control Unit The control unit will integrate SAE J1772 Functions, Metering, Overload monitoring and will manage HMI and all local monitoring.
Safety Features • Ground Fault Protection — 4 automatic retries before station lockout — CCID 20-charging circuit interrupting device 20mA per UL2231 • Automatic self tests of CCID • Vehicle Ground monitoring per UL 2231 • Contactor monitoring designed to alert the customer when the contactor fails to open or close • Secondary overload protection to prevent breaker tripping on vehicle faults • Automatic energizing and de-energizing of charging circuit per NEC 625 and SAE J1772 • Support for personal lock on
Wiring Diagram DuraStation Controller Catalog Numbers Type Enclosure Output Single Pedestal NEMA 3R 208-240V 30A 1 phase Double Pedestal NEMA 3R 208-240V 30A 1 phase Pole NEMA 3R 208-240V 30A 1 phase Wall NEMA 3R 208-240V 30A 1 phase No.
Upstream Infrastructure As EV infrastructure extends beyond just the charging station, upstream electrical distribution equipment is critical to ensuring a safe, reliable EV infrastructure system is built and maintained. Whether it is installing brand new equipment or making upgrades to already existing infrastructure, GE has the domain expertise and channel partners to perform the type of upgrades that may be required to support the use of EV charging stations.
