ev@lists.evdl.org said:
I know it would be more inconvenient but why doesn't every EV have their own J1772 extension cord and the EVSE just have a socket like on the vehicle? This way no cord is left at the charge station and every car can lock the cord to the car.
It could also be done by having a reel on the charging station, so the cord gets reeled in and locked inside when not in use.
John Lussmyer via EV wrote:
So, put a 20lb cord plus take up reel in every EV? Using lots of space, and adding weight to every EV?
It won't weigh 20 lbs, unless it's very long or for very high currents. Maybe only build in the L1 charging cord? I have always carried an extension cord in my EVs anyway, in case I need to opportunity charge somewhere. Having it built into the car on a reel would actually be a convenience. -- Obsolete (Ob-so-LETE). Adjective. 1. Something that is simple, reliable, straightforward, readily available, easy to use, and affordable. 2. Not what the salesman wants you to buy. -- Lee Hart, 814 8th Ave N, Sartell MN 56377, www.sunrise-ev.com _______________________________________________ UNSUBSCRIBE: http://www.evdl.org/help/index.html#usub http://lists.evdl.org/listinfo.cgi/ev-evdl.org Read EVAngel's EV News at http://evdl.org/evln/ Please discuss EV drag racing at NEDRA (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEDRA)
