Overview
The EV Power BCP Tethered 7.2kW EVSE is a single-phase wall-mounted EVSE with Dynamic Load Balancing and an attached Type 2 charging cable.
It is a practical option for homes, baches, workplaces, and shared charging locations where you want the convenience of a permanently attached cable, with load management and the option to add solar-aware charging at the time of ordering.
A tethered EVSE is convenient if you charge the same Type 2 vehicle regularly and want the cable ready to plug in every day, without needing to take a separate charging cable in and out of the car.
Choose standard or solar
This listing is available with a choice of standard Dynamic Load Balancing or solar Dynamic Load Balancing. Please select the option you want from the dropdown before ordering.
- Standard DLB option: includes Dynamic Load Balancing to help manage EV charging around the rest of your home or site power use.
- Solar DLB option: includes the additional solar DLB hardware required for solar-aware charging, allowing the EVSE to be set up to use solar, grid power, or a mix of both depending on your installation and settings.
Best for
- Homes wanting a tethered 7.2kW wall-mounted EVSE with load management
- Drivers with Type 2 EVs who want a cable permanently attached
- Customers who want to choose between standard DLB and solar DLB at the time of ordering
- Baches, shared driveways, small workplaces, and light commercial charging
- Drivers who want RFID access control and app-based setup through the ZBox app
Compatibility
Connection type: Attached Type 2 charging cable
This EVSE is designed for Type 2 electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. This includes most NZ-new, UK-import, European, Korean, Chinese, and modern EVs fitted with a Type 2 AC charge port.
Common Type 2 vehicles in New Zealand include Tesla Model 3/Y, BYD Atto 3/Dolphin/Seal, MG ZS EV/MG4, Hyundai Ioniq/Kona/Ioniq 5, Kia Niro EV/EV6/EV9, Polestar 2, Volvo, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, VW, Peugeot, Renault, Mini, Ford, LDV, Toyota bZ4X, Subaru Solterra, and many other EVs and PHEVs.
This tethered Type 2 unit is best suited to vehicles with a Type 2 AC charge port. If you want to easily change between Type 2, Type 1, or Japanese-import Tesla/NACS vehicles, a socketed EVSE may be a better choice.
Why choose the BCP Tethered EVSE?
- Attached Type 2 cable: convenient daily charging without needing to plug in a separate cable
- Dynamic Load Balancing: adjusts charging power to help reduce the risk of overloading your home or site supply
- Standard or solar options: choose the version that suits your installation before ordering
- RFID access: helps control who can start a charging session
- ZBox app setup: configure settings such as maximum current and charging behaviour from your phone
- Adjustable output: can be configured from 6A to 32A to suit the installation
- Built-in DC leakage detection: includes EV-specific fault protection as part of the unit
Dynamic Load Balancing and solar
Dynamic Load Balancing helps manage EV charging around the rest of your site’s power use. When household or business loads are high, the EVSE can reduce charging power to help protect the supply and reduce nuisance tripping.
If you select the solar option, the package includes the extra solar DLB hardware needed for solar-aware charging. When installed and configured correctly, the EVSE can be set up to charge from solar, from the grid, or from a combination of both.
If you are unsure whether you need the standard or solar option, please get in touch before ordering and we can help you choose the right version for your installation.
Charging speed guide
On a suitable single-phase 32A supply, this EVSE can charge at up to 7.2kW. That is roughly 50–55km of range per hour for a typical efficient EV, or most/all of a full charge overnight for many vehicles.
Actual charging speed depends on the vehicle, installation, available supply, EVSE settings, battery state, and charging losses.
Technical specifications
- Rated power: Up to 7.2kW
- Supply: Single-phase 230V AC
- Maximum current: 32A
- Adjustable current: 6A to 32A, installation dependent
- Connection type: Attached Type 2 charging cable
- Dynamic Load Balancing: Included
- Solar: Available when the solar DLB option is selected
- Access control: RFID card access
- App: ZBox app for setup and configuration
- DC leakage detection: Built-in 6mA DC detection
- Installation: Must be installed by a registered electrician
Choosing the right EV charging setup
The EV Power BCP Tethered EVSE is a good choice if you want a tethered 7.2kW wall EVSE with Dynamic Load Balancing, RFID access, app-based setup, and the option to choose solar DLB when ordering.
If you prefer a socketed EVSE so you can change cables between Type 2, Type 1, and Japanese-import Tesla/NACS vehicles, consider the socketed version of this EVSE or the ECO Charge 7.2kW Smart OCPP EVSE.
If you want a simpler and more budget-friendly socketed wall EVSE, consider the EV Power Slimline Single Phase EVSE. It is hard to beat for a simple, robust, easy-to-use 7.2kW setup.
If you prefer a premium New Zealand-made tethered EVSE with the Evnex software and support ecosystem, clean design, integrated connectivity, solar-aware charging, and strong local backing, consider the Evnex E2 Plus.
Stock and dispatch
This EVSE is usually drop-shipped from our supplier and is often available for fast dispatch, depending on supplier stock. If timing is important, please get in touch before ordering and we can confirm availability.
Installation
This EVSE must be installed by a registered electrician. Suitable circuit protection and installation requirements will depend on your site, switchboard, supply capacity, Dynamic Load Balancing setup, and whether the standard or solar DLB option is selected.
Why buy from Drive EV?
Drive EV specialises in electric vehicles, EV servicing, and EV charging equipment. We select products that make sense for New Zealand vehicles and real-world use, and we can help if you are unsure which EVSE is right for your vehicle, home, or power supply.
- NZ-compatible EV charging equipment
- Practical advice from EV specialists
- Local support and warranty assistance
- Real-world EV knowledge from an EV workshop