Type 2 - Type 3 | mode 3 | 16A | 11kW charging cable

Extending an EV charging cable is not allowed for several safety reasons. Firstly, an extension cable increases the risk of overheating because it may not be able to carry the same amperage and quality as the original cable, which can lead to a fire hazard. In addition, an extension cable introduces additional electrical resistance, which reduces the efficiency of the charging process and may cause damage to the vehicle battery. Extension cables can also provide an unreliable connection, which can result in unpredictable voltage variations and failures in the charging infrastructure. For these reasons, EV charging cables are specifically designed without the possibility of extension, ensuring the safety and reliability of the charging process.

The power consumption of charging an electric car depends on the capacity of the battery and the efficiency of the charging process. On average, fully charging an electric car with a battery capacity of 60 kWh consumes about 60 kWh of electricity. This means that at a standard household tariff of €0.22 per kWh, the cost of a full charge would be about €13.20. Actual consumption may vary depending on factors such as the state of the battery, charging infrastructure and energy loss during charging. For precise calculations, it is useful to know the specific battery capacity of your vehicle and the local electricity price.

Yes, Voldt’s Type 1 and Type 2 charging cables are suitable for any charging station in the UK. Be aware that our Type 3 charging cables are only suitable for a Type 3 charging station typically found in France or Italy.

To charge your electric car safely and correctly, follow these steps in the right order: first, make sure your car is parked and switched off. Next, if you are using a home charging station or public charging point, grab the charging cable and connect it to the charging station. Then connect the other end of the charging cable to your vehicle's charging port. Check that the connection is solid and correct. If you use a Mode 2 charging cable that connects to a household socket, make sure the in-cable control box (ICCB) is properly positioned and connected before connecting the cable to the car. Once everything is connected, the charging process will start automatically. While charging, keep an eye on the charging status via the car's dashboard or the charging station indicator. Once charging is complete or you want to stop charging, disconnect from the car before disconnecting the cable from the charging station or socket.