The Rolec UltraCharge 180 120kW DC EV Charger is a grey ultra-rapid charging station with two 5m CCS2 cables. ROLEC180120 is the 120kW entry point in the UltraCharge 180 range, giving fleet, workplace, marina, development and public car park operators a dual-output DC charger that can be increased later with 30kW power modules. The station is specified with 2 x CCS2 outputs, one 120kW allocation when a single vehicle is charging, or 2 x 60kW when two vehicles charge at the same time. It uses Mode 4 DC charging from a 400V AC three-phase supply and supports a 150V to 1000V DC output voltage range. A 10.1-inch LCD display, 21.5-inch advertising screen, RFID reader, RGB LED status indicator and cable management system are included. For broader site planning, compare with other commercial EV chargers.

• 120kW DC station level for SKU ROLEC180120
• Two CCS2 DC charging outputs
• 1 x 120kW or 2 x 60kW power allocation
• 400V AC three-phase input, 3P + N + PE
• 190A input current and 132kVA input power
• 5m 350A peak and 250A nominal CCS2 cables
• 150V to 1000V DC output voltage range
• 10.1-inch LCD display and 21.5-inch advertising screen
• OCPP 1.6J with OCPP 2.0.1 listed as future support
• IP54 ingress protection and IK10 enclosure protection
• 800mm x 2017mm x 700mm enclosure dimensions
• 2 years warranty, extended warranty available on request

Where a 120kW DC station fits

A 120kW DC charger is specified when AC charging is too slow and a site needs two CCS2 outputs from one rapid charging station. It suits vehicles with shorter dwell times than a workplace AC bay, but it does not demand the same site capacity as a 180kW or 400kW station. The 120kW model is a practical first step for fleet depots, commercial parking, marinas and destinations that want DC charging with a controlled power level.

The station can be configured to a lower output where the site supply is limited. When output is reduced, dynamic power sharing adjusts the available power between active vehicles. That gives designers a way to match charger behaviour to real incoming capacity rather than treating the full rating as the only option. Grid capacity, expected dwell time, charger bay layout and vehicle DC acceptance rate should all be checked before selecting the output level.

Two CCS2 outputs and shared power

The 120kW model has two CCS2 DC outputs. When one vehicle is connected, the product overview lists one 120kW allocation. When two vehicles charge simultaneously, it lists two 60kW allocations. This makes the charger suitable for two bays where moderate rapid charging is more useful than a single high-output connector sitting idle between sessions.

The supplied cables are 5m 350A peak and 250A nominal CCS2 leads. Rolec lists cable management as standard, which matters because DC cables are heavier than AC leads and need a controlled resting position after use. Optional 7m cables are available for layouts where the charger must sit further from the vehicle inlet. The 5m standard cable should be checked against bay dimensions, parking orientation and pedestrian routes before the concrete or ducting work is finalised.

Screens, RFID and CPMS operation

UltraCharge 180 can be activated by plug and go, mobile app or RFID, with optional NFC or contactless payment hardware available. The 10.1-inch LCD display provides the local user interface, while the 21.5-inch advertising screen gives the operator a separate display surface for site messaging or brand content. The RFID reader is listed as ISO/IEC 14443A MIFARE Classic EV1.

OCPP 1.6J support allows the charger to connect with a compatible chargepoint management system. OCPP 2.0.1 is listed as future support. Communications include 4G GSM with built-in nano SIM, Wi-Fi and RJ45 Ethernet. That gives the installer several routes for keeping the unit online, but the selected management system still defines tariffs, users, remote monitoring and public access rules.

Protection and electrical supply checks

The protection package includes a 30mA Type A RCD, undervoltage and overvoltage protection, DC overcurrent protection, over temperature protection, surge protection device, emergency stop button, flood and smoke detection, advanced dynamic power balancing and static or dynamic load management. Additional hardware may be required for some load management arrangements. For supporting AC-side equipment, review EV circuit protection as part of the project schedule.

The input specification is 400V AC plus or minus 10%, 50 to 60Hz, 3P + N + PE. The 120kW version lists 190A input current and 132kVA input power. Those figures make upstream distribution capacity, protection, cable route and foundation location central to the installation plan. The technical data also lists TN and TT grounding types, power factor of at least 0.98 and overvoltage category OVC III.

Cabinet build and site positioning

The UltraCharge 180 cabinet measures 800mm wide, 2017mm high and 700mm deep, with model-dependent weight under 580kg. The body is stainless steel with an all-weather powder-coated finish, and the listed unit colour is grey. Environmental ratings include IP54 ingress protection, IK10 enclosure protection and IK08 screen protection. Operating temperature is specified from -30°C to +50°C at full power.

Public and fleet charging bays should be set out around cable reach, display visibility and vehicle impact risk. The charger position needs room for two cables to be used without crossing traffic routes or blocking pedestrian access. Where the charger sits close to moving vehicles, a root mount EV chargepoint protection barrier or approved surface-mounted barrier should be considered with the civil works.

Choosing between UltraCharge 180 variants

ROLEC180120 is the 120kW UltraCharge 180 model with two 5m CCS2 cables. ROLEC180150 raises the station level to 150kW, with one 150kW allocation or one 90kW and one 60kW allocation during simultaneous charging. ROLEC180180 raises the station level to 180kW, with one 180kW allocation or two 90kW allocations when two vehicles charge at the same time.

The 120kW version should be selected where the site needs dual DC charging but does not have the demand or supply capacity for the higher steps. The 30kW module architecture gives a route for later power increases where the site infrastructure and business case support it. For lower demand sites, UltraCharge 40 and UltraCharge 80 may be more proportionate. For high-turnover rapid hubs, UltraCharge 400 should be reviewed.

UltraCharge 180 questions

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