How do I choose a Level 1 charger?
Rated Power Output – How It Affects Charging Speed Since Level 1 chargers operate at 120V, the amperage determines how much power the charger delivers to your EV. A Chargers (1. W) – The most common Level 1 chargers, providing 3-4 miles of range per hour. Typical lifespans of different chargers Wall-mounted and Level 1 EV chargers usually last around 10-15 years, whereas Level 2 and 3 chargers are designed for a longer lifespan of over two decades. The standard cable used with EV chargers can endure over 10,000 full charges or approximately 27 years of daily use.
Does level 1 charging damage the battery?
While Level 1 charging is unlikely to hurt the battery, extended periods of slow charging may result in the battery remaining at high states of charge for long amounts of time. However, modern EVs contain battery management systems that help to make sure the charging process is not causing damage. Most of the time you should only charge an EV to 80% because charging rates slow down dramatically past the 80% mark. And two, the long-term health of your vehicle’s battery pack is improved when kept below 100%.