Charging modes (IEC-61851-1)

Mode 1
Specific connector for EV: No
Type of charge: Slow in AC
Maximum current: 16 A per phase (3,7 kW - 11 kW)
Protections: The installation requires earth leakage and circuit breaker protection
Special features: EV connection to the AC network using standard power connections

Mode 2
Specific connector for EV: No
Type of charge: Slow in AC
Maximum current: 32 A per phase (3,7 kW - 22 kW)
Protections: The installation requires earth leakage and circuit breaker protection
Special features: Special cable with intermediate electronic device with pilot control function and protections

Mode 3
Specific connector for EV: Yes
Type of charge: Slow or semi-quick, Single-phase or three-phase
Maximum current: In accordance with the connector used
Protections: Included in the special infrastructure for EV
Special features: EV connection to the AC power supply using a specific device (SAVE)

Mode 4
Specific connector for EV: Yes
Type of charge: In DC
Maximum current: In accordance with the charger
Protections: Installed in the infrastructure
Special features: EV connection using a fixed external charger