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The "standard" car charger is usually overkill—but your electrician might not know that [32:26] (www.youtube.com)
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[–] 2 points 1 year ago* (1 child)

Ohh! I spent some time in the U.S. and there are 230v mains available. They just have special plugs. All homes have 230v. It’s just not available through the shocked face plug.

https://youtu.be/jMmUoZh3Hq4

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  • [–] 4 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

    I might've been unclear, I don't mean 230 V by itself, but three-phase distribution. The standard socket is labeled either 3x16A 230V alternatively labeled 380V 16A. Typically uses an IEC 60309 plug that looks like this:

    (Source: https://www.plugsocketmuseum.nl/IEC60309_2.html)

    Three phase has other benefits besides just more power, the US has it with their lower voltage as well, but typically reserved just for larger buildings.

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