Our EV chargers obtained IP66. They are waterproof and perfect under extreme cold and hot conditions.

Fast charging refers to any vehicles or chargers that are capable of charging from 7kW to 22kW. They can charge the typical Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) in around eight hours or faster, depending on the size of the battery. While the 22kW fast chargers are quicker, they are require a 3-phase connection.

Rapid charging refers to vehicles or chargers that are capable of charging from 43kW to 150kW. They are not available in domestic properties and are usually located at service stations, cities, and supermarkets, although rapid chargers at fuel stations are expected to become commonplace.

There are two types – AC or DC [Alternating or Direct Current]. Current Rapid AC chargers are rated at 43 kW, while most Rapid DC units are at least 50kW. Both will charge the majority of EVs to 80% in around 30-60 minutes (depending on battery capacity). However, 120kW and 150kW rapid charging units are becoming more common too.

Type 1 is common for American vehicles, it's a single-phase plug and can charge at a speed of up to 7.4 kW. Type 2 is standard for European and Asian vehicles from 2018 onwards, it's a triple-phase plug and can charge at a level of up to 43 kW.
Type 1 connectors have a five-pin plug and Type 2 connectors have a seven-pin plug.

You can charge your vehicle at home at a range of speeds depending on the power source and output of the charger. Starting from the lowest output, these typically include:

Three-pin plug – 2.3kW - Very slow
Home charge point – 3.6kW - Slow
Home charge point – 7.4kW - Fast (our recommendation)
Home charge point – up to 22kW - Fast

A 22kW charger is the fastest charger you can get for the home, but to achieve this the charge point will need to be three-phase compatible and use what’s called a three-phase electricity supply. In addition, the car itself will need to be able to accept 22kW. 

This depends on two things:

1) Does your property have a three-phase electricity supply?
2) Can your car receive up to 22kW (AC)?

In order to charge a vehicle at 11kW or higher (such as 22kW), your property will need to have a three-phase electricity supply.