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ETHOS 8600 ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGE POINT TEST ADAPTOR LAUNCHED
The new ETHOS 8600 Electric Vehicle Charge Point Test Adaptor is a universal adaptor that can be used with any 18th Edition multifunction tester on the market.
EV charge point installations are a huge market and growing. According to the latest figures from industry expert, Zap Map (zap-map.com), there were 33,281 charging points across 20,336 locations as of 31 July 2022. Between 2020 and the end of 2021, close to 7,500 charge points were added to the UK network, which is a growth of 36%.
Every charge point is an installation that requires testing to BS7671, 18th Edition of the wiring regulations.
The new ETHOS 8600 is an adaptor that is an essential part of your kit in the testing of EV charge points.
It is a compact, simple to use adapter designed to perform all the functions required by the electrical contractor to fully test Mode 3 AC Electric Vehicle Charge Points.
Specifically designed to comply with UK, European and other international wiring regulations and standards, the 8600 can be used on all single and three phase electric vehicle charge points with appropriate connectors. They are designed to test the function and safety of a charging point. The adapters allow you to conduct tests using appropriate single or multifunction test instruments on EV charging points in accordance with IEC/EN 61851-1 and IEC/HD 60364-7-722.
Charging points should be tested as part of the initial installation and repeated periodically.
The ETHOS 8600 is supplied with a fixed Type 2 connector. Also supplied is a Type 2 to Type 1 adaptor, so it will be suitable for all types of charge point.
The 8600 performs a pre-test safety check by indicating if there is excessive voltage on the PE conductor, ensuring safe working practice.
The 8600 can be used on all single and three phase electric vehicle charge points with appropriate connectors
The ETHOS 8600 is a compact, simple to use adapter
Functions of the ETHOS 8600 include:
• Push Button for PE Pre-Test • Push button for CP Error ‘E’ simulation • Push button for PE Error (Earth Fault) simulation • Rotary switch providing PP state simulation • Rotary switch providing CP state simulation • Type 2 charging plug for charging points with panel mounted socket outlets or fixed cable with vehicle connector • Type 1 charging adaptor for charging points with fixed cable and vehicle connector • Carry case • CAT II 300V rating
