STRESS TESTING MY DC FAST CHARGER PUSHING THE LIMITS OF MY XCHARGE NZS BATTERY INTEGRATED DCFC

EV Channels Review

This video stress tests the XCharge NZS DC Fast Charger with integrated battery, pushing its capabilities with challenging charging scenarios. The reviewer highlights the charger's ability to handle low-voltage vehicles like the Chevy Equinox and high-voltage ones like the Lucid Air Grand Touring, though initial interoperability issues with the Lucid were encountered, requiring software updates. A significant test involved a full 0-100% charge of a Silverado EV, which the charger successfully completed, delivering over 221 kWh. The reviewer notes the charger's robust performance, even when the integrated battery pack was depleted, and praises the system's ability to supplement grid power. Cable limitations were identified as a bottleneck for lower-voltage vehicles, preventing them from reaching the charger's maximum output. Despite some initial bugs and the need for service, the responsiveness of XCharge's support team is commended. The integrated 233 kWh LFP battery pack proved sufficient for typical daily use, with options for a dual-battery setup for even greater capacity.