Let’s start with what Tesla gives you with your car purchase
- Carry bag
- Universal Mobile Connector UMC (aka mobile charger)
- Nema 5-15 adapter
- J1772 adapter
You can constantly purchase this set if you require more adapters, which can be valuable for recreational vehicle parks and other trip circumstances, or purchase adapters separately. The most typical of these extra adapters is the NEMA 14-50, which in fact utilized to come with the vehicle purchase.
KEEP IN MIND: The last variety of the adapters will provide you the quantity of amps (power). The NEMA 14-50 has 50 amps.
You’ll see the levels 1 2 & 3 on some chargers, and this simply means:
Level 1: 120v
- incredibly sluggish at 2-4 miles per hour
- When charging over night and most likely into the day too, utilized
- When in a pinch, useful
Level 2: 240v
- Utilized for daily charging at your house, such as a Tesla Wall Port
- Charges 15-65 mph
Level 3: 480v
- DC Quick Charging/Supercharger
- This level can't be set up in your house as it utilizes excessive energy
- 600-1,000 miles per hour
- Usually takes about 15 minutes for a complete charge
Charging at home
LEVEL 1
NEMA 5-15
A NEMA 5-15 adapter connected to your Mobile Adapter will charge at 2-4 miles of variety per hour. This would enter a standard 3-prong, 110v outlet. This is the same outlet that you would charge your phone or laptop computer with. This is what I utilize when taking a trip to see household, due to the fact that I understand I'm not going to be utilizing my cars and truck that much while I exist. I understand it's very little charge, however it's something a minimum of! When going to household homes that do not have any 240V or Tesla wall ports, particularly helpful.
Keep in mind: When utilizing the outlet, you wish to make certain you do not have actually anything else plugged in. It may perhaps journey the breaker if you do.
LEVEL 2
NEMA 14-50
More typically utilized is the NEMA 14-50 and likewise has 240 volts, yet charges at 20-30 miles per hour because it has a bigger amperage. If you were to charge there, this is most likely what you'll come across at a camping area.
You do not Require the Tesla Wall Adapter we'll speak about next, and you can really set up a 14-50 or 10-30 outlet which will be more affordable to set up than setting up the Tesla Wall Adapter * normally *. Given that they are 240v, charging isn't bad, particularly if you charge over night and do not take a trip far throughout the day. You can likewise get a Mobile Port wall install so it's simple and cool to take and eliminate with you for travel if you select this choice.
LEVEL 3
TESLA SUPERCHARGER
There are a few different types: Urban, gen 2 and gen 3. They all look pretty much the same, but some will charge a little faster than others.
Tesla Superchargers are without a doubt the fastest battery charger out there and most typical one for Teslas. 410 volts and 330 amps, they can charge you up 200 miles in 15 minutes. Click the red supercharger icon on the map to get supercharger station details. You can see the charging speed, facilities, and so on. Just as practical, there are over 30,000 superchargers and counting (around the world), so you ought to have the ability to discover them quite quickly when taking a trip. You do not require an adapter either. Just plug in, charge, and go! You can't leave your automobile at the Supercharger when it's charged up or you'll get charged costly idle charges. Whatever is charged right to your Tesla account, so that makes it simple. Rate can alter depending upon the location. Mine varies from $3-16, and I understand that's a large range, however it truly depends upon the length of time you remain, the location you remain in, and what time of day it is.
A few last tips:
Your battery percentage will differ based on weather and terrain, so try to keep it 20-80% charged, and definitely not below 5%.
Charge under 20% and above 80% will be slower, while everything in the middle will be really fast.
High headwinds greatly reduce efficiency. Check the wind forecast before road trips and add charging buffers accordingly.
Recommended to charge to only 80% for 2021 and earlier years, but 100% for 2022 with the LFP battery made in China.
You can set it to charge up to a certain percentage, so you don’t have to worry about watching it.
Don’t be intimidated by having to back into the charging stall and feeling a little uncomfortable about it. We’ve all been there.
Trust the route the vehicle plans for you on road trips; it’ll give you a good idea of what percentage you’ll have left when you reach your destination. You can see your performance and adjust driving to save more charge.
