A2Z NACS TO CCS1 ADAPTER REVIEW

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The reviewer tests the A2Z Typhoon NACS to CCS1 adapter for the Ford F-150 Lightning, finding it to be a robust and well-constructed device. The charging speed achieved (10% to 80% in 44 minutes) is comparable to high-speed CCS chargers. Critically, the adapter's temperature remained well within UL 2252 proposed limits, peaking at 108°F even in cool weather, alleviating concerns about overheating. While the adapter performs well and feels superior to the early-production Tesla adapter provided by Ford, the reviewer notes the manual locking mechanism for the NACS connector as a drawback in convenience and a potential point of user error. Despite official recommendations from Ford and Tesla to use only manufacturer-provided adapters, the reviewer expresses confidence in the A2Z Typhoon's engineering and safety features, suggesting it may be among third-party adapters that could eventually gain OEM endorsement.