CHARGEPOINT LAUNCHES OMNI PORT BUILT-IN ADAPTER ON FUTURE & EXISTING EV CHARGING STATIONS

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ChargePoint introduces the Omni Port, an innovative solution designed to eliminate EV charging connector confusion by integrating both J1772/CCS1 and NACS (Tesla) connectors into a single unit. This feature will be available on new AC (CP6000) and DC (Express Plus) stations at no additional cost for the AC models, while DC models will incur a nominal fee. Retrofit kits will also be available for existing ChargePoint stations. The system intelligently deploys the correct connector via the ChargePoint app or station screen, aiming for a seamless user experience akin to Tesla's Magic Dock but with broader compatibility. While the initial version does not support CHAdeMO, ChargePoint emphasizes its commitment to supporting existing standards. The Omni Port is positioned as a future-proofing measure for site hosts, simplifying installation decisions amidst evolving connector standards. The technology is designed to perform comparably to single-connector setups, with robust safety features and dynamic thermal management.