AWESOME NEW CHARGERS IN AMERICA! ALPITRONIC HYC400 & ABB TERRA 360 INSTALLED AT CIRCLE K TEST SITE

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This video provides an in-depth look at two significant new DC fast charging installations in the US: the Alpitronic HYC400 and the ABB Terra 360 at a Circle K test site in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The reviewer, Kyle, expresses immense enthusiasm for this new generation of high-power charging hardware, particularly praising the Alpitronic HYC400 for its quiet operation, compact all-in-one design, and impressive power output, calling it his "favorite charger on the planet." He highlights its silicon carbide rectifiers for high efficiency and notes its potential for future cable upgrades to 600 amps. While the Alpitronic unit currently lacks a payment terminal, it's expected soon. The ABB Terra 365 is also reviewed, with the reviewer noting its loudness compared to the Alpitronic and some implementation issues with its cable power delivery, specifically an arbitrary 10-minute boost window before derating. Despite these minor criticisms, the video concludes that 2024 will be a pivotal year for EV charging in the US with the rollout of new hardware and the adoption of NACS, emphasizing the importance of these high-power, reliable chargers for the EV ecosystem.