Getting Ready for my EQS - Installed a AC/DC charger
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Getting Ready for my EQS - Installed a AC/DC charger
I now have a confirmation that my EQS will be built in late October and installed a combo (AC=J1772) and DC (CCS-1) charger at home. We have several EVs and plan to own two EQS' (one sedan and one SUV) so the charger has two independent chargers: a DC with a max speed of 21KWH and an AC with a max speed of 7.6KWH. I wanted to test the new charger so I rented a Porsche Taycan on Turo for 24hrs. Attached is a video of CCS charging of the Taycan with the new device. The Taycan is beautiful, drives like a charm but *very* thirsty (5% battery drain for 7mi ride at speed limits). The model I tested is a Taycan 4S that has similar power as my upcoming EQS580.
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Curious as to whether anything is missing on your order? Great if it actually is made in October, and taking delivery is another story. Hope it’s not as bad as the w223.
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Is there a way to verify what you have been told? Right now I don't trust anything Mercedes says. As I indicated to you on a different thread, I also ordered the EQS580 but when the general manager was actually putting in the options I want for the October build (I am first in line), it did not allow for the hyperscreen and AR HUD.
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I now have a confirmation that my EQS will be built in late October and installed a combo (AC=J1772) and DC (CCS-1) charger at home. We have several EVs and plan to own two EQS' (one sedan and one SUV) so the charger has two independent chargers: a DC with a max speed of 21KWH and an AC with a max speed of 7.6KWH. I wanted to test the new charger so I rented a Porsche Taycan on Turo for 24hrs. Attached is a video of CCS charging of the Taycan with the new device. The Taycan is beautiful, drives like a charm but *very* thirsty (5% battery drain for 7mi ride at speed limits). The model I tested is a Taycan 4S that has similar power as my upcoming EQS580.
Video of New Combo AC/DC home charger
Video of New Combo AC/DC home charger
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Is there a way to verify what you have been told? Right now I don't trust anything Mercedes says. As I indicated to you on a different thread, I also ordered the EQS580 but when the general manager was actually putting in the options I want for the October build (I am first in line), it did not allow for the hyperscreen and AR HUD.
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Hey, for my Tesla I'm currently using a Tesla mobile connector, plugged into a NEMA 14-50 plug. It doesn't have any of the fancy features the other charges have, its basically all controlled by the car and the car app. I don't know what the setup will be like for the Mercedes. But I was wondering why you chose the Senku?
I researched all "entry level" DC chargers available for features, reputation, reviews and costs. Senku chargers had significant independent positive reviews in Europe and North America and were very well priced.
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The EQS will have on board timers like the Tesla to allow for Time-of-Use charging so relatively simple chargers will serve it well. One important issue AC chargers do not provide any information on the battery state-of-charge (SOC=% of battery full). DC chargers do exchange SOW with the vehicle and typically display it on their UI. The SENKU unit display the SOC throughout the charge.
I researched all "entry level" DC chargers available for features, reputation, reviews and costs. Senku chargers had significant independent positive reviews in Europe and North America and were very well priced.
I researched all "entry level" DC chargers available for features, reputation, reviews and costs. Senku chargers had significant independent positive reviews in Europe and North America and were very well priced.
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The EQS will have on board timers like the Tesla to allow for Time-of-Use charging so relatively simple chargers will serve it well. One important issue AC chargers do not provide any information on the battery state-of-charge (SOC=% of battery full). DC chargers do exchange SOW with the vehicle and typically display it on their UI. The SENKU unit display the SOC throughout the charge.
I researched all "entry level" DC chargers available for features, reputation, reviews and costs. Senku chargers had significant independent positive reviews in Europe and North America and were very well priced.
I researched all "entry level" DC chargers available for features, reputation, reviews and costs. Senku chargers had significant independent positive reviews in Europe and North America and were very well priced.
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Attached is the link the company is
Senku Machinery
They have several wall mounted DC chargers…
Senku DC Chargers
I have worked directly with the Managing Director of the company (Mr Bake)
Mr. BakeWei | Manager Director
Chongqing Senku Machinery Imp and Exp Co., Ltd
Add: No. 1230 Jinkai Road, North of Chongqing, China
Mob: 0086-13983460006 www.senkumachinery.com
Tel: 0086-23-63425659 Fax: 0086-23-63013491
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Senku built a custom AC/DC device for me. We have two EVs so having two simultaneous ports was key for us. Attached are the specs.
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That’s the equivalent of what the general manager at my dealership did and the hyperscreen is not available. He told me that realistically, I should not expect all the options I want until next spring.
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This charger will work with the EQS but will be very slow. This is a 32A or 7.6KW charger, a full charge will take 14-15 hours. The on board AC to DC converter supports up to 50A (9.6KW) so you should go for a 50A charger, many are on the market for about $500.
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I've driven electric for 6 years now, starting with the BMW i3 and progressing to a Tesla Model X. I have not found occasion to have anything more than a Level 2 charger at my home. True, it takes overnight to charge if the battery is depleted. But, as range continues to expand on cars, such depletion is usually not an issue. I drive a 150 mile round trip a couple of days per week and have never been in a bind for needing more mileage to complete my day. If I were, I'd top off at a nearby Supercharger (in in the case of the EQS at an EA station). I have both the Chargepoint Home Flex and Tesla Wall Connector at my home. I find the versatility of the Chargepoint (it can charge either a Tesla with adapter or another manufacturer) on a 50 amp breaker with up to 37 miles of range per hour to be more than adequate for day to day driving. Before buying a Level 2, check the reviews on each model. Some are definitely better than others. Chargepoint has always been a top performer.
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I've driven electric for 6 years now, starting with the BMW i3 and progressing to a Tesla Model X. I have not found occasion to have anything more than a Level 2 charger at my home. True, it takes overnight to charge if the battery is depleted. But, as range continues to expand on cars, such depletion is usually not an issue. I drive a 150 mile round trip a couple of days per week and have never been in a bind for needing more mileage to complete my day. If I were, I'd top off at a nearby Supercharger (in in the case of the EQS at an EA station). I have both the Chargepoint Home Flex and Tesla Wall Connector at my home. I find the versatility of the Chargepoint (it can charge either a Tesla with adapter or another manufacturer) on a 50 amp breaker with up to 37 miles of range per hour to be more than adequate for day to day driving. Before buying a Level 2, check the reviews on each model. Some are definitely better than others. Chargepoint has always been a top performer.
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I've driven electric for 6 years now, starting with the BMW i3 and progressing to a Tesla Model X. I have not found occasion to have anything more than a Level 2 charger at my home. True, it takes overnight to charge if the battery is depleted. But, as range continues to expand on cars, such depletion is usually not an issue. I drive a 150 mile round trip a couple of days per week and have never been in a bind for needing more mileage to complete my day. If I were, I'd top off at a nearby Supercharger (in in the case of the EQS at an EA station). I have both the Chargepoint Home Flex and Tesla Wall Connector at my home. I find the versatility of the Chargepoint (it can charge either a Tesla with adapter or another manufacturer) on a 50 amp breaker with up to 37 miles of range per hour to be more than adequate for day to day driving. Before buying a Level 2, check the reviews on each model. Some are definitely better than others. Chargepoint has always been a top performer.
e.g. I bought my Chargepoint HomeFlex for $699 and my electric company offers a $300 rebate, so the Chargepoint only cost me $399 and the Chargepoint HomeFlex is much better than any charger that cost $400.
So be sure to check to see if your utility company offers a rebate and then purchase one of the chargers on their list.
