The Sync Energy EVC22328SL-01 is an 8m single-phase Mode 3 Type 2 to Type 2 EV charging cable.

Designed for 16A and 32A Type 2 sockets, this 7.4kW lead gives EV drivers a practical connection between a socketed AC charge point and a Type 2 vehicle inlet. The 8 metre length is the distinguishing point in the single-phase range, sitting between the shorter 5m option and the longer 10m option. It suits home driveways, workplace bays and public AC charging points where vehicle parking position is not always directly beside the charger. For installers and trade buyers, EVC22328SL-01 is a straightforward accessory for socketed home chargers and commercial AC charge points, especially where the end user wants cable flexibility rather than a permanently tethered unit.

• Product type: Mode 3 EV charging cable
• Connector type: Type 2 to Type 2
• Phase and output: single phase, 7.4kW, 32A
• Cable length: 8 metres
• Cable construction: H07BZ5-F 3x6mm² plus 1x0.5mm² black cable
• Socket suitability: 16A and 32A Type 2 sockets
• Weather protection: IP65 when connected to the vehicle, IP55 when not in use with end caps applied
• Warranty: 3 year warranty

8m Type 2 reach for socketed chargers

The 8m length gives more placement tolerance than a short charging lead, which matters on driveways, shared parking spaces and workplace bays where the vehicle charge port may be on either side. A socketed charger keeps the wall unit free from a fixed tethered lead, but the user still needs a correctly rated Type 2 cable to connect the charger to the vehicle. This cable fills that role for single-phase AC charging.

For a home user, an 8m lead can reduce the need to reverse into a particular position every time the vehicle charges. For a workplace or facilities team, it helps cover mixed vehicle layouts across marked bays. The cable remains portable, so it can be stored in the vehicle and used at compatible public Type 2 charging points as well as at a socketed home charge point.

Installers specifying EV charging cables alongside socketed chargers should match the cable length to the site layout. A compact driveway with the charger beside the charge port may only need a 5m lead. A longer driveway, side-mounted charge port or workplace bay may justify the 8m version to avoid awkward parking positions.

Single-phase 7.4kW charging explained

EVC22328SL-01 is the single-phase 8m Type 2 to Type 2 option in the Sync Energy cable range. The verified single-phase rating makes it suited to 7.4kW AC charging applications, which are common on UK domestic EV charge points and many small commercial installations. It is intended for Type 2 charging points and Type 2 electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles.

The 32A rating is useful because it matches the upper current level used by many 7.4kW single-phase EV chargers. The cable is also suitable for 16A sockets, so it can be used where the charging point is configured below the full 32A output. The actual charging speed will still depend on the charge point, supply arrangement and the vehicle onboard charger, but the cable is specified for the common 7.4kW single-phase use case.

For three-phase 22kW charging, use a compatible three-phase Type 2 cable instead of this single-phase lead. The closest 8m three-phase sibling is the Sync Energy EVC22328TL version, which is listed separately as the Type 2 to Type 2 3 phase 8 metre option.

Outdoor handling and end-cap protection

The cable construction is H07BZ5-F 3x6mm² plus 1x0.5mm² black cable, giving it the conductor arrangement required for its single-phase charging role. End protectors are included in the product specification, helping keep the connector ends covered when the lead is not connected. That matters for users who store the cable in a vehicle boot, van, garage or plant room between charges.

Weather protection is rated IP65 when connected to the vehicle and IP55 when not in use with the end caps applied. In practice, that means the connected cable has a higher level of protection during charging, while the loose lead still needs its end caps applied when stored or left disconnected. Users should avoid leaving uncapped connector ends exposed to dirt, standing water or site debris.

The black cable finish is practical for EV use because it is less visually exposed to marks from driveway, car park and boot storage use. For trade supply, the verified construction, end-cap detail and warranty position make it easier to explain the cable to customers without overstating its role. It is a charging lead, not a charger, so it must be paired with a suitable socketed AC charge point.

Choosing 5m, 8m, 10m or 22kW

The Sync Energy single-phase Type 2 cable range includes 5m, 8m and 10m lengths. Choose the 5m version where the charger and vehicle inlet are usually close together. Choose this 8m version where the customer needs more reach without moving to the longest single-phase option. Choose the 10m version where the vehicle position is less predictable or the charger is mounted further from the bay.

Phase rating is the other important distinction. The SL versions are single-phase leads for 7.4kW charging. The TL versions are the three-phase options for 22kW applications. A three-phase cable may be required for sites with 22kW AC charge points and vehicles that can accept three-phase AC charging. A single-phase cable is the correct match for many domestic 7.4kW charge point installations.

Buyers should also consider storage. A longer cable gives more reach but takes up more room and can be heavier to handle. For drivers using public AC chargers regularly, the 8m length offers a useful middle ground between reach and portability.

Storage and related EV accessories

A Type 2 charging cable should be stored with the connector ends protected and the lead coiled without tight bends. Sync Energy also lists an EVCASE charging cable carry case for Type 1 and Type 2 Mode 3 charge cables and Mode 2 EV charger cables. A carry case can help keep the cable separate from other boot contents and reduce dirt transfer from the lead into the vehicle.

For product pages and category navigation, this cable belongs naturally with EV cabling and socketed home EV chargers. It can also sit with EV accessories where buyers are adding cable storage, mounting accessories or replacement charge leads to a charger order.

Installers supplying a socketed charger should confirm the customer has a compatible charging cable before handover. Supplying the cable at the same time can prevent a finished charge point being unusable on day one because the vehicle owner has no Type 2 lead available.

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