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- The JournalWhat is OCPP? OCPP 1.6 and 2.0.1 for charging stationsSep 30, 2026OCPP is the open protocol charging stations use to talk to management software. What it does, OCPP 1.6 vs 2.0.1, and whether you need it at home or at a business.
- The JournalHow to charge an electric car at home: socket, wallbox and safetySep 30, 2026Three ways to charge an EV at home: household socket, industrial socket and home charger (wallbox). Which suits you, what to watch out for and what it costs.
- The JournalWhat is the difference between AC and DC charging?Sep 30, 2026AC vs DC fast charging: where the power is converted, charging speed, connector types, cost and effect on the battery.
- The JournalWhat is V2L? Taking power from your electric carSep 30, 2026With V2L (Vehicle to Load) you can run appliances from your EV's battery when camping, in the garden or during a power cut. How it works, which cars have it, and V2L vs C2L.
- The JournalHome EV charger installation cost 2026: prices and cost factorsSep 30, 2026How much does it cost to install an EV charger at home? Average installation prices by cable length, what drives the cost, example scenarios and ways to save.
- The JournalEV charging time: how many hours at home, AC and DC?Sep 30, 2026How long does an EV take to charge on a household socket, a wallbox and a DC fast charger? Charging time formula, example table and the factors that affect it.
- The JournalHow to choose the right home EV chargerSep 25, 2026Charging power, phase type, tethered or socket models and safety protection: four things to know before you buy.
- The JournalLumens, watts and colour temperature: choosing the right lightSep 18, 2026In the LED era watts no longer describe brightness. Use luminous flux, colour temperature and CRI to choose the right lighting.
- The JournalWhat do IP ratings mean?Sep 10, 2026IP20, IP44, IP65… Learn in a few minutes what the two-digit code on fittings and chargers guarantees against dust and water.