As electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly popular, the need for reliable and compatible charging solutions is growing. OLINK, a trusted name in EV technology, introduces the CCS2 to NACS Adapter, designed to help EV drivers bridge the gap between CCS2 (charging station end) and NACS (vehicle end) charging standards. This compact, high-quality adapter ensures that NACS-equipped EV owners can charge their vehicles at CCS2 charging stations, offering a seamless and flexible charging experience, no matter where they are.
Product Overview: Bringing Flexibility to EV Charging
The OLINK CCS2 to NACS Adapter provides a practical solution for electric vehicle drivers who frequently encounter CCS2 charging stations but need to charge NACS-compatible vehicles. With support for 250A DC and 80A AC current, this adapter ensures that drivers can experience fast and efficient charging across various charging infrastructures. Whether at home, on a road trip, or at public charging stations, the CCS2 to NACS Adapter simplifies the charging process for EV drivers.
Engineered with premium materials such as a thermoplastic shell and silver-plated copper alloy conductors, the adapter offers durability, conductivity, and safety. With a waterproof rating of IP54 and a fireproof design (UL94V-0), this robust adapter is suitable for a variety of environments, making it a reliable choice for everyday use.
Technical Specifications: A Reliable and Safe Design
The CCS2 to NACS Adapter from OLINK is built to deliver high performance and safety. Here are its technical highlights:
- Rated Current: Handles up to 250A DC and 80A AC, ensuring compatibility with both fast-charging and standard-charging stations.
- Rated Voltage: Compatible with 1000V DC and 240V AC, making it adaptable for different charging setups.
- Contact Impedance: Offers low contact impedance of 0.5 mΩ, minimizing power loss and ensuring efficient energy transfer.
- Fireproof Rating: The UL94V-0 certified shell ensures enhanced fire safety.
- Waterproof Rating: The IP54 waterproof grade provides protection from dust and water, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor charging stations.
- Durable Materials: The thermoplastic plastic shell ensures resistance to impact and environmental wear, while the silver-plated copper alloy conductors provide excellent electrical conductivity.
- Operating Temperature: Can operate in temperatures from -30°C to +50°C, offering reliability in extreme weather.
- Terminal Temperature Rise: Maintains a safe temperature rise below 50K, ensuring long-term operational safety during charging.
- Ease of Use: Designed with an insertion and extraction force of less than 100N, making it user-friendly for all EV owners.
- Lightweight and Compact: Weighs only 0.77kg with dimensions of 150.15 x 69.6 x 100.22 mm, making it easy to carry and store.
Application Across Various Regions: Charging Convenience Wherever You Go
The OLINK CCS2 to NACS Adapter is particularly beneficial in regions where CCS2 charging stations are prevalent but NACS-standard vehicles are widely used. It opens up a world of convenience for drivers by expanding their access to charging stations.
- North America: With Tesla and other EV manufacturers adopting NACS as the standard, drivers often find themselves needing access to CCS2 charging stations for public charging. This adapter allows them to conveniently charge their vehicles at these stations without worrying about compatibility.
- Europe: In countries like Germany and France, where CCS2 is the dominant charging standard, NACS-equipped vehicles can use the CCS2 to NACS Adapter to tap into Europe’s vast charging network, providing drivers with more flexibility, especially during long-distance travel.
- Asia: In regions like South Korea and China, where EV adoption is rapidly increasing, having a CCS2 to NACS Adapter enables drivers to charge their vehicles more easily when moving between charging networks.
Everyday Usage Scenarios: Enhancing the EV Charging Experience
The OLINK CCS2 to NACS Adapter is designed to enhance the flexibility and convenience of electric vehicle charging in various real-world scenarios:
- Home and Public Charging: For EV owners who charge their vehicles at home, the CCS2 to NACS Adapter allows you to use CCS2 chargers for NACS vehicles, especially useful if the home charger or nearby public chargers are CCS2-based. This ensures that even in regions dominated by CCS2 infrastructure, NACS owners can charge without hassle.
- Long-Distance Road Trips: For EV drivers who love long-distance travel, the CCS2 to NACS Adapter is invaluable. As you travel through regions with CCS2 charging stations, this adapter allows you to seamlessly charge your vehicle, eliminating the worry of finding compatible charging stations on the road. This flexibility ensures that EV owners can take road trips without range anxiety, no matter which type of charging station they encounter.
- Commercial and Fleet Use: For businesses and fleet operators managing NACS-compatible vehicles, this adapter allows them to use CCS2 charging stations to keep their fleet operational without the need for different charging infrastructures. It reduces downtime and streamlines fleet management by ensuring that all vehicles can be charged at any available station.
- Public Charging Stations: Public charging stations that offer CCS2 connectors can now attract NACS vehicle owners by offering the OLINK CCS2 to NACS Adapter. This flexibility allows charging station operators to serve a wider customer base and optimize their charging services.
- Outdoor and Harsh Environments: Designed with durability in mind, the adapter’s IP54 waterproof rating and ability to operate in temperatures as low as -30°C make it ideal for outdoor use in challenging weather conditions. Whether you’re charging your EV in a snowy parking lot or under heavy rain, this adapter will perform reliably and safely.
How the OLINK CCS2 to NACS Adapter Enhances the EV Experience
The OLINK CCS2 to NACS Adapter revolutionizes the EV charging experience by offering drivers more freedom and flexibility when it comes to where they can charge their vehicles. Whether at home, at work, or on the road, NACS vehicle owners no longer need to be concerned about finding compatible chargers. By expanding the range of available charging stations, this adapter makes EV ownership more convenient, encouraging more people to adopt electric vehicles.
For charging station operators and businesses, offering this adapter increases the usability of CCS2 charging stations by allowing them to cater to NACS vehicles, effectively expanding their customer base. In an era where electric mobility is gaining traction, providing such solutions creates a more inclusive and efficient EV charging infrastructure.