VOLCHAR 40-AMP EV CHARGER REVIEW

EV Channels Review

The Voltar 40-amp EV charger receives a mixed but ultimately positive review, earning a final score of 4.55 stars. The reviewer praises its robust enclosure, excellent cable and connector performance (especially in cold weather), and effective access control via the app. The integrated connector holster and standard 25-foot cable are also highlighted as significant advantages. However, a major concern is raised regarding a potential safety flaw: the reviewer's unit, despite being a 40-amp model, defaulted to delivering 50 amps, exceeding the safe limit for a NEMA 1450 outlet. While this could be a manufacturing defect specific to the tested unit, it necessitates manual adjustment of an internal dip switch to ensure safe operation. The charger's price is considered slightly high for a 40-amp unit, and the lack of power-sharing capability (in the plug-in model) is noted as a drawback for multi-EV households. Despite these issues, the reviewer recommends the charger, provided the user takes the precaution of setting the internal dip switch to the 40-amp limit.