WISCONSEV - LECTRON VORTEX PLUS - NEW UL2252 CERTIFIED NACS TO CCS1 ADAPTER UNBOXING AND FIRST CHARGE

EV Channels Review

The "WisconsEV" channel provides an unboxing and initial charging test of the new Lectron Vortex Plus NACS to CCS1 adapter. The primary focus is on its claimed status as the first publicly available UL2252 certified adapter. The reviewer highlights minor design differences between the new "Plus" model and the older Vortex, particularly the "interlock" feature on the adapter's NACS connector, which requires more deliberate pressure to release. During a test charge on a Chevy Equinox EV, the adapter performed as expected, showing no signs of overheating. A key observation was that the adapter latched securely and could not be removed without disengaging the CCS1 port's release mechanism after charging, which the reviewer found reassuring. While the reviewer acknowledges the adapter's functionality and safety certification, they defer to more technically inclined reviewers for in-depth performance analysis, noting their own limitations as a non-expert.