Can I use my charging station when it is raining?
Yes, our equipment is water resistant. Our charging stations are certified according to IP54 standard minimum (waterproof).
There is no risk for you to plug or unplug your electric car in the rain.
IP rating
The IP code or ingress protection code indicates how well a device is protected against water and dust. It is defined by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) under the international standard IEC 60529.
First digit: Solid particle protection
| Level | Protection |
|---|---|
|
1 |
Any large surface of the body, such as the back of a hand |
|
2 |
Fingers or similar objects |
|
3 |
Tools, thick wires, etc. |
|
4 |
Most wires, slender screws, large ants, etc. |
|
5 |
Limited ingress of dust permitted |
|
6 |
No ingress of dust, complete protection against contact |
Second digit: Liquid ingress protection
| Level | Protection |
|---|---|
|
1 |
Dripping water |
|
2 |
Dripping water when tilted at 15° |
|
3 |
Spraying water |
|
4 |
Splashing of water |
|
5 |
Water jets |
|
6 |
Powerful water jets |
|
7 |
Immersion, up to 1 meter depth |
|
8 |
Immersion, 1 meter or more depth |
|
9k |
Powerful high-temperature water jets |
