The evec VEC04 is a 22kW three-phase tethered EV charger with a 5m Type 2 cable for repeat-use charging bays. It is designed for a three-phase power supply, normally in commercial environments such as workplaces and business parking areas. The fixed cable means the charger is ready to use without the driver bringing a separate lead, which suits staff, fleet and assigned parking spaces. evec lists built-in PEN protection, load balancing, app control, plug and charge operation, OCPP 1.6J and LED status indication. The 22kW output depends on both the site supply and the vehicle’s onboard AC charging capability. Link this page to the socketed VEC02, the commercial EV chargers category and related installation pages.

• 22kW maximum output on a three-phase supply
• 400V AC three-phase electrical data
• 32A rated current with adjustable current settings listed
• Tethered Type 2 cable and plug
• 5m attached charging cable
• Built-in LED status and error indication
• evec app control and plug and charge operation
• Full OCPP 1.6J protocols including smart charging
• Built-in PEN protection
• CE and UKCA approved

Where does the 22kW tethered model fit?

VEC04 is a three-phase charger for sites where higher AC charging capacity is available and useful. It is most relevant to workplaces, commercial premises, fleet return bays and three-phase properties. It should not be treated as a faster domestic replacement unless the site supply and vehicle can both use 22kW AC charging.

The tethered format suits repeat users. A staff member or fleet driver can arrive, connect the fixed Type 2 lead and start charging without carrying a separate cable. This makes daily use simpler on assigned bays and locations where the same vehicles return to the charger regularly.

The fixed cable also needs proper storage. evec recommends a wall cable holder for tethered chargers, and this is especially important on commercial bays where the cable could be damaged by vehicles or create a trip hazard. Internal links to EV ancillaries can help users find related installation and cable-management products.

How is tethered better for repeat users?

A tethered charger is quicker for regular charging because the lead stays with the unit. The user does not need to fetch a cable, check it is in the vehicle or store it after each session. That supports a simple routine for workplaces and business parking areas.

The trade-off is reduced flexibility. A fixed Type 2 cable suits vehicles with Type 2 AC inlets, but it does not give the same mixed-vehicle cable choice as a socketed charger. Visitor bays and locations with varied users may be better served by a socketed model because each driver can provide the cable that suits their vehicle.

Where the site wants cable flexibility, use the evec VEC02 socketed charger as the direct sibling link. Where the site wants a cable permanently ready at the bay, VEC04 is the relevant 22kW evec product.

How do app and OCPP control support sites?

VEC04 supports evec app control and plug and charge operation. Plug and charge is useful where the charger is for internal users and no payment or access platform is needed. The evec app gives a connected route for monitoring and controlling charge sessions.

OCPP 1.6J support makes the charger more suitable for managed environments than a basic standalone unit. A compatible charge point management platform can support reporting, access control or payment workflows where required. The platform and commercial setup should be agreed before the charger is specified.

evec also lists Monta as a pay-to-charge partner for its charger platform. That may be useful where a workplace or property owner wants to manage access or recover charging costs. The product copy should keep this factual and avoid promising a specific payment setup without confirming the backend route.

Which protection points matter?

For VEC04, evec lists built-in PEN protection, overcurrent protection, residual current protection and load balancing. The datasheet also lists 30mA Type A and 6mA DC residual current protection. These features support the installation specification, but they do not replace site design by a qualified installer.

Load balancing is important because a 22kW EV charger can be a large building load. On commercial premises, the charger may share capacity with lighting, heating, machinery, office equipment or other electrical services. Load management should be reviewed early so the EV charging plan does not exceed available capacity.

Use internal links to EV circuit protection, EV cabling and EV charger installation to keep the buyer journey tied to installation requirements. The final circuit still needs suitable protection, isolation, earthing checks and commissioning.

Choosing between VEC04 and VEC02

Choose VEC04 where the same users return to the same bay and a fixed cable should be ready. It suits fleet parking, staff parking and controlled locations where the charger serves a known group of Type 2 vehicles. The main benefit is convenience.

Choose the VEC02 socketed charger where different vehicles and cable lengths are expected. Socketed charging suits visitors, mixed fleets and locations where the owner does not want a fixed cable left outside between sessions. The charger face stays tidier when not in use.

For single-phase domestic projects, use the 7.4kW models instead. The VEC01 socketed charger gives removable cable flexibility, while the VEC03 tethered charger gives a fixed cable for daily home charging.

What should be checked before ordering?

The site supply should be checked first. VEC04 is a three-phase charger, so it needs a suitable incoming supply and circuit design. The installer should confirm available capacity, cable route and protective arrangement before the product is specified.

The vehicle charging capability should be checked next. Not every EV can accept 22kW AC charging, even if the charge point can deliver it. Actual charge rate is limited by the vehicle, cable, charger and supply.

The cable route should also be checked. The 5m tethered lead needs to reach the vehicle inlet without crossing unsafe routes. If the bay position changes frequently or different vehicles use the charger, the socketed VEC02 may suit better.

VEC04 questions buyers ask

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