The Sync Energy Link EVLS7MS is a surface mounted 7.4kW Type 2 socketed EV charger with Wi-Fi and LAN connectivity. It is the surface outlet version in the Link charger family, paired with a metal control box and designed for single-phase 220-240V AC installations. The charger provides dynamic Mode 3 charging up to 32A and uses a Type 2 socket, so drivers can select a suitable charging cable separately. The Link range is also available as recessed versions and as 4G versions, which makes the page important for variant selection: EVLS7MS is surface mounted with Wi-Fi and LAN, while EVLS7MSG adds 4G. Integrated protection includes built-in PEN fault protection, Type 2 SPD, 40A 30mA double-pole Type A RCD and 40A B-curve MCB.

• 7.4kW maximum output, configurable 6-32A
• Single-phase 220-240V AC input
• Surface mounted Type 2 socket outlet
• EVLS7MS connectivity: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz and RJ45 Ethernet
• Built-in PEN fault protection, Type 2 SPD, RCD and MCB
• IP65 and IK10 die-cast aluminium housing
• 3 year warranty

Why choose the surface mounted Link?

EVLS7MS is selected when the charger outlet is to sit proud of the wall rather than be recessed into the fabric of the building. The surface outlet measures 176mm wide, 176mm high and 122mm deep, while the control box measures 231mm wide, 316mm high and 100mm deep. This makes it useful for retrofit installs where cutting a large recess is not preferred or where the wall construction makes recessed mounting unsuitable.

The Link format separates the user-facing outlet from the control box. The maximum distance from the control box to the outlet is 50m, giving installers routing flexibility between the supply, protection location and charger outlet. The outlet is finished in RAL 9007 and the control box is RAL 7016, with die-cast aluminium construction stated for the housing.

Recessed, surface and 4G variants

The Link range has four closely related 7.4kW socketed models. EVLR7MS is the recessed socket version with Wi-Fi and LAN. EVLR7MSG is the recessed version with Wi-Fi, LAN and 4G. EVLS7MS is the surface mounted version with Wi-Fi and LAN. EVLS7MSG is the surface mounted version with Wi-Fi, LAN and 4G.

The charging power, Type 2 socket format and 220-240V single-phase input are shared across those models. The buying decision is mounting and connectivity. Choose EVLS7MS when the outlet should be surface mounted and the charger position has a reliable Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection. Choose EVLS7MSG when the same surface format needs model-specific 4G data. Choose a recessed sibling when the outlet needs to sit into the wall with a 37mm recessed outlet depth.

Protection built into the control box

The Link charger is populated with a 40A 30mA double-pole Type A RCD, one 40A B-curve MCB and one Type 2 SPD. Built-in PEN fault protection provides earth disconnection protection, and overload and fault protection include overcurrent and overvoltage protection. The datasheet states that no consumer unit requirements are needed for this populated charger control box arrangement, although the complete circuit must still be designed and tested by a competent installer.

This integrated approach is useful where the charger supply design can avoid separate upstream protective devices that would otherwise need to be sourced and housed. For related external charger supply products, use LAMPS EV circuit protection. For other domestic charging options, use home EV chargers.

Solar charging, tariffs and app control

Auto Solar Charging is included so the charger can use excess solar generation to charge the EV when the system is configured for solar use. Tariff Sense connects to UK tariff data to give charging cost insight and control. These features make the unit more suitable for customers who want the charger to respond to household energy conditions rather than operate only as a manual socket.

Smart control runs through the Sync Energy app with OCPP 1.6J connectivity. Wi-Fi uses 2.4GHz 802.11 b/g/n, Ethernet connection is via RJ45 and Bluetooth 4.2 BR/EDR and BLE are used for commissioning. Over-the-air software and firmware updates are listed, helping the charger remain serviceable through software updates instead of hardware replacement.

Load management and metering options

The charger is supplied with a load management kit. Meter accuracy is listed as 2% Class C equivalent for the internal meter, with the option to connect an external RS485 MODBUS meter. That matters where the installer needs additional measurement or where the site later grows into a more managed charging arrangement.

The control box and outlet use RGB LED and buzzer indication. Indicator modes include blue for standby, flashing blue for preparing, scrolling green for charging, yellow for no network, red for error and purple for balancer error. These status modes make it easier to diagnose charging, network and balancing states at the unit.

Link charger questions installers ask

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