The Rolec UltraCharge 80 DC EV Charger is a grey rapid charging station with two 5m CCS2 cables and cable management. ROLEC08080 is the 80kW UltraCharge 80 model, specified with 2 x CCS2 connectors and a station allocation of 1 x 80kW or 2 x 40kW when two vehicles charge simultaneously. It is designed for car parks, workplaces, fleets and public locations where AC charging is too slow and where two vehicles may need to connect to one charger. The charger uses Mode 4 DC charging from a 400V AC three-phase input and has a 150V to 1000V DC output voltage range. Each cable is listed as 5m, 250A peak and 150A nominal, with a cable management system as standard. Operation can be through plug and go, app or RFID, with optional contactless payment available separately. OCPP 1.6J and 4G, Wi-Fi and Ethernet communications support managed operation. View commercial EV chargers for wider project comparison.

• 80kW DC station level
• Two CCS2 DC charging outputs
• 1 x 80kW or 2 x 40kW power allocation
• 400V AC three-phase input
• 5m 250A peak and 150A nominal cables
• 150V to 1000V DC output voltage range
• 10.1-inch LCD display
• Cable management system as standard
• OCPP 1.6J communications with OCPP 2.0.1 future support
• 4G, Wi-Fi and RJ45 Ethernet connectivity
• IP54 ingress protection and IK10 enclosure protection
• 2 years warranty, extended warranty available on request

Where 80kW DC charging fits

An 80kW DC charger is a practical specification where vehicles need faster turnaround than AC charging can offer, but where the site does not require a larger ultra-rapid charger. It suits public car parks, commercial destinations, fleets and workplace charging where vehicles may stop long enough for a useful rapid session. The 80kW rating gives the operator more headroom than a 40kW unit and allows the charger to serve two connected vehicles through dynamic power sharing.

The site must still be assessed as a full DC charging project. The charger needs a three-phase 400V AC supply, adequate distribution capacity, suitable protective devices and a bay layout that allows two vehicles to connect safely. Vehicle acceptance rate also affects delivered charging speed. The unit can be configured to lower output levels where site power is limited, and dynamic power sharing adjusts accordingly. That makes supply design and operational expectation equally important.

Two CCS2 outputs with power sharing

ROLEC08080 provides two CCS2 DC outputs. The product overview lists 1 x 80kW allocation when one vehicle is charging and 2 x 40kW when two vehicles charge simultaneously. That layout suits sites where one charger is expected to support two bays rather than dedicate a full 80kW to each vehicle at the same time. It can be a more balanced specification for car parks with moderate dwell times and variable demand.

The dual 5m cables are rated 250A peak and 150A nominal. Rolec states they are capable of delivering the 80kW charge rate to a standard 400V vehicle. Cable management is supplied as standard, which helps with daily handling and keeps the bay neater between sessions. Optional 7m cables are available where the charger position or vehicle inlet mix requires additional reach. The 5m cable layout should be checked against bay drawings before installation.

OCPP control and driver access

The charger supports plug and go, mobile app or RFID controlled charging. That gives operators choices for fleet depots, staff locations and public-facing sites. An optional RFID, NFC or contactless card payment terminal is available where payment needs to happen at the charger. For public or visitor use, the payment model and user support process should be planned alongside the CPMS rather than left as a hardware assumption.

OCPP 1.6J communications allow the UltraCharge 80 to integrate with compatible chargepoint management systems. OCPP 2.0.1 is listed as future support. The communications package includes 4G GSM with built-in nano SIM, Wi-Fi and RJ45 Ethernet. This helps designers select the most reliable connection method for the charger location. The 10.1-inch LCD display, RFID reader and RGB LED status indicator provide the local driver interface, while the management system handles remote records and operating rules.

Protection and supply capacity

Protection includes a 30mA Type A RCD, undervoltage and overvoltage protection, DC overcurrent protection, over temperature protection, a surge protection device, emergency stop button, flood and smoke detection, relay welding detection and advanced dynamic power balancing. Static and dynamic load management are software configurable, and additional hardware may be required. These features help manage a rapid charger on a constrained or expandable electrical supply.

The electrical input is 400V AC plus or minus 10%, with 3P + N + PE input type. The data sheet lists 127A input current and 88kVA input power for the 80kW model. Designers should confirm supply availability, upstream protection, cable route, earthing and any network requirements before the charger is quoted as a simple like-for-like upgrade. Supporting AC circuit equipment can be reviewed under EV circuit protection, with the DC charger documentation taking priority.

Cabinet, screen and site layout

The UltraCharge 80 cabinet measures 550mm wide, 1150mm high and 255mm deep. Including pedestal, dimensions are listed as 550mm wide, 1700mm high and 300mm deep. The body is stainless steel with an all-weather powder-coated finish, and the listed unit colour is grey. The unit has IP54 ingress protection, IK10 enclosure protection and IK08 screen protection. Operating temperature is specified from -30°C to +50°C.

The 10.1-inch LCD display gives drivers a clear local interface at the charger. Cable management is standard, which is important because two DC cables must be stored and returned safely after use. Bay layout should allow both cables to reach vehicle inlets without crossing each other unnecessarily or running across pedestrian routes. Where the charger is positioned in a traffic area, specify physical protection such as a root mount EV chargepoint protection barrier or surface-mounted alternative.

Choosing between UltraCharge models

ROLEC08080 is the 80kW dual-CCS2 UltraCharge model with CMS. The UltraCharge 40 range provides a lower-output alternative, including a single-output 40kW CCS2 version and a dual-output 40kW version. UltraCharge 180 and UltraCharge 400 step into higher-power infrastructure for sites with heavier traffic, larger supply capacity and faster turnaround requirements.

The 80kW model is suited where the operator wants to serve two DC-capable vehicles from one charger and where 2 x 40kW shared output is acceptable during simultaneous use. Choose the 40kW model where one compact rapid bay is enough or site capacity is lower. Choose larger UltraCharge ranges only where grid capacity, expected sessions and vehicle mix justify the increased power level.

UltraCharge 80 questions

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