Connector types:
Type 1 connector:
AC charge connector, mostly used in the US market, allows single-phase charging power levels of up to 7.4 kW (230 V, 32 A).
Type 2 connector:
AC charge connector, most common in the EU market, allows power levels of up to 22 kW are common while charging power levels of up to 43 kW (230 V, 32 A, AC)
CCS connector:
The CCS plug is an enhanced version of the type 2 plug, with two additional power contacts for the purposes of quick charging, and supports AC and DC charging power levels (alternating and direct current charging power levels) of up to 170 kW. In practice, the value is usually around 50 kW.
CHAdeMo:
This quick charging system allows for charging capacities of up to 50 kW at appropriate public charging stations.
MCS:
The Megawatt Charging System (MCS) is a charging connector under development for large battery electric vehicles. The connector will be rated for charging at a maximum rate of 3.75 MW (3,000 amps at 1,250 volts direct current (DC)).
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