The Andersen Quartz is a configurable smart EV charger for 7kW single-phase or 22kW three-phase installations. It suits homes where the charger needs to be selected around the supply, parking layout and appearance rather than treated as one fixed variant. Quartz can be configured as a socketed Type 2 unit or as a tethered Type 2 charger, with cable options across the range from 5.5m to 8.5m. The product also covers 11 colour choices and premium finish options, so one page can support buyers who are choosing the electrical setup and the external look together. Smart functions include Andersen app control, Wi-Fi connectivity, solar compatibility and smart tariff integration. The compact 286mm x 172mm x 110mm enclosure makes Quartz the smaller Andersen option compared with A2, while still covering both single-phase and three-phase charging briefs.

• Configurable Andersen Quartz smart EV charger
• 7kW single-phase or 22kW three-phase power options
• Socketed Type 2 or tethered Type 2 configuration
• 5.5m to 8.5m cable options across tethered configurations
• 11 colour choices with premium finish options
• Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth BLE 5 setup support
• Solar compatibility and Andersen app control
• PEN fault detection and internal 6mA DC protection
• IP65 enclosure and core protection
• 286mm x 172mm x 110mm unboxed dimensions
• 7-year Andersen warranty, subject to activation terms

Which Quartz options does this page cover?

The page should be written as a configurable Andersen Quartz product page, not as a fixed 7kW untethered variant. The buyer can select the power output, cable type and finish during configuration, so the product name and descriptions need to stay broad enough to apply to every valid build. A title such as Andersen Quartz Smart EV Charger is more accurate than a title that locks the page to one cable format.

Power output is one of the key configuration choices. Andersen lists Quartz as suitable for single-phase 7kW properties and three-phase 22kW properties. Three-phase charging depends on the property supply and the vehicle’s AC charging capability, so the product copy should not imply that every home or every vehicle will use 22kW. For single-phase homes, the 7kW option remains the standard domestic configuration.

Cable format is the second major choice. A socketed Quartz lets the user plug in their own Type 2 cable, which keeps the wall unit cable-free between charging sessions. A tethered Quartz keeps the Type 2 cable attached to the charger and is more convenient for repeat use where the vehicle parks in the same place. The same page should explain both routes clearly so the customer understands the trade-off before ordering.

Choosing 7kW or 22kW output

The 7kW option is for single-phase domestic supplies and is the relevant selection for most UK home installations. Andersen technical data lists the single-phase version at 7.2kW rated power, with a 230V AC single-phase supply and 6A to 32A charging current. The product page can use the simpler 7kW customer-facing label while still keeping the technical detail consistent in the specification block.

The 22kW option is for three-phase properties with a suitable 400V AC supply. It should be positioned for homes or premises where three-phase capacity is already available or has been assessed by an installer. A 22kW charger does not make a single-phase home charge faster without the correct incoming supply and vehicle support. That buying distinction should be visible on the page because it prevents the higher-power option being selected for the wrong installation.

Quartz is also listed in Andersen’s declaration of conformity for both 7kW and 22kW models, and the installer manual states compliance with EN 61851-1, EN 62196, EN 62955, CE and UKCA. Those details belong in technical content rather than marketing copy. They help installers confirm that Quartz is a current smart charge point family rather than a decorative shell around a basic charger.

Socketed or tethered cable choices

The socketed configuration is suited to households that want the charging cable to be removable. A driver can keep the cable in the car, select a cable length around the parking layout, or replace a worn cable without changing the wall unit. This is the cleaner visual option when the charge point is on a front wall or near the entrance to the property.

The tethered configuration is suited to repeat daily use. The cable is already attached, so the driver only needs to take the plug from its storage position and connect the vehicle. Andersen lists tethered cable options within the Quartz range from 5.5m to 8.5m, which gives scope for close driveway parking or a longer reach across a bay. For a shorter fixed lead, link users to the Quartz 7kW 5.5m tethered charger.

The 8.5m tethered option is the longer-reach selection where the wall position and vehicle inlet are further apart. It can suit driveways where the charger must be fitted near the supply route rather than directly beside the charging port. Buyers who need that reach can compare the Quartz 7kW 8.5m tethered charger before selecting the configurable page options.

Solar, tariffs and Andersen app control

Quartz is listed with solar compatibility, remote app control and Wi-Fi connectivity. For a solar PV home, the charger can be considered alongside the wider energy system rather than as a fixed grid-only load. Andersen app functions include charging control, scheduling and monitoring, with solar monitoring available where solar has been configured with the charge point and the required CT arrangement has been installed.

Smart tariff integration should be described in a way that applies across the Quartz range. Andersen lists compatibility with OVO Charge Anytime and states that Andersen Quartz chargers are integrated with Intelligent Octopus Go. Supplier integrations and eligibility can change, so the product page should keep the claim factual and avoid promising tariff savings or account acceptance. The buyer still needs the right energy account, compatible vehicle and a working charger connection.

The charger connects by Wi-Fi, with Bluetooth used for setup. Andersen technical data lists 2.4GHz Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth BLE 5. A stable connection matters because app control, updates and smart tariff functions depend on communication between the charger, app and service platform. The installer should check the likely Wi-Fi coverage at the proposed charger position before the customer commits to a final location.

Protection, CT monitoring and installation

For SKU ANDERSEN QUARTZ 7KW UNTETHERED, the page should still describe the whole Quartz platform because the product is configured at page level. Andersen technical data lists PEN fault detection conforming to BS 7671 clause 722.411.4.1, internal 6mA DC protection to EN 62955 and 30mA AC earth leakage protection. Recommended upstream protection is a 40A RCBO, or a Type A RCD or RCCB with a 40A B curve MCB.

Adaptive Fuse uses CT monitoring to vary current between 6A and 32A. The CT sensor specification is 0 to 120A with a 25mm maximum cable size split core. The installer manual states that CT sensor cable can be extended up to 30m with unshielded CAT5 or CAT6, or 50m with shielded CAT6 where the shielding is suitably earthed. Related installation routes can be planned with suitable EV cabling.

The charger is designed for fixed installation on a suitable wall. The mounting wall must support at least four times the unit weight and be fire resistant, with the unit installed between 0.75m and 1.2m from ground level. Rear and bottom cable entry are present, with 25mm entry holes and 4mm² to 10mm² supply terminal capacity. Those details support installer planning without tying the page to a single power or cable configuration.

How Quartz compares with A2 and Vision

Quartz is Andersen’s compact configurable charger. Andersen lists Quartz at 286mm x 172mm x 110mm, while A2 is the larger 494mm x 348mm x 148mm product in the comparison table. A2 also uses Andersen’s hidden charging cable approach, while Quartz can be socketed or tethered without the same concealed cable compartment. Choose Quartz when compact size and configuration flexibility matter more than hidden cable storage.

Quartz Vision is the closely related display version. Andersen describes Quartz Vision as adding a 4.3 inch digital display screen for tracking, control and session management. Standard Quartz is better where the customer wants the smaller front without that screen. Quartz Vision suits users who want more visible charger information at the unit rather than relying mainly on the app.

Within the Quartz family, the main decisions are supply, cable and finish. Choose 7kW for single-phase properties, 22kW for suitable three-phase properties, socketed for removable cable use and tethered for everyday plug-in convenience. For three-phase customers who still want cable flexibility, link the configured page journey to the Quartz 22kW untethered charger as the relevant higher-power socketed comparison.

Andersen Quartz questions buyers ask

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