The Rolec Zura Smart 7.4kW Socketed EV Charger is a black single-phase Mode 3 chargepoint with one Type 2 socket. ROLEC3020B is the single-outlet socketed version in the Zura range, built for homes, residential parking and workplace bays where a user-supplied Type 2 cable is preferred. It delivers up to 7.4kW from a 32A single-phase 230V AC supply and keeps the wall unit clear of a fixed lead when no vehicle is connected. Operation can be kept simple with plug and charge, or controlled through mobile app and RFID access where the installer or site operator needs user control. OCPP 1.6J support gives route into compatible back-office management. The black fascia suits sites using a discreet exterior finish, while the high impact resistant polycarbonate body and IP65 enclosure support outdoor mounting. See the wider Rolec range for related chargepoints.

• Single Type 2 IEC 62196 charging socket
• Up to 7.4kW charging output at 32A
• Single-phase 230V AC input supply
• Black unit colour with black, grey, white or customised fascia options in the range
• 4G LTE, Wi-Fi and RJ45 Ethernet communications
• OCPP 1.6J back-office protocol support
• TruePEN PME fault detection, no earth electrode required
• Integrated Class 1 MID compliant metering
• IP65 enclosure and IP54 socket rating
• 260mm x 410mm x 157mm enclosure dimensions

Why choose the socketed Zura format

A socketed Zura keeps the charging lead separate from the chargepoint, which is useful when different users bring different Type 2 cable lengths to the same bay. The hardware on this page gives one Type 2 IEC 62196 socket, so the vehicle lead is selected by the driver or site rather than fixed to the wall unit. For residential parking, that can reduce cable clutter on a visible elevation. For workplaces or shared bays, it avoids leaving a tethered cable exposed when the bay is not being used.

The socketed format also helps when a site has changing vehicles. A household can keep one cable in the vehicle and another near the charger, while a managed site can specify cable policy separately from the chargepoint itself. The trade-off is that drivers need a cable available before charging. Where the same vehicle parks in the same position every day, one of the 5m or 10m tethered Zura variants may be more convenient. Where cable flexibility matters more than immediate plug-in convenience, the single-socket model is the cleaner buying route.

Smart operation and OCPP site control

Rolec Zura supports plug and charge, mobile app operation and RFID control, giving installers several ways to match the charger to the site. A private domestic user can keep operation simple, while a workplace or residential development can use access control to manage who can start a charge. The configurable RGB LED status halo gives a visible charging status at the unit, which helps users identify the state of a session without opening an app first.

OCPP 1.6J support is important for sites that need reporting, billing or chargepoint management through a compatible back office. It allows the charger to be used as part of a managed public or private EV charging network, rather than being limited to standalone control. The integrated Class 1 MID compliant meter supports accurate consumption reporting, which matters where energy use needs recording for residents, staff, visitors or internal recharge. For buyers comparing commercial EV chargers, that combination of OCPP, metering and RFID is often the difference between a simple home-style charger and a chargepoint that can sit inside a managed estate.

Protection, metering and installation checks

TruePEN PME fault detection is built into the Zura range, removing the need for a separate earth electrode on PME installations. That helps installers avoid extra groundwork and makes the finished installation neater on sites where an earth rod would be difficult to position. The product also includes DC fault protection at 6mA, over current protection, lightning surge protection and over temperature protection. A dedicated 30mA Type A RCBO or equivalent protection is required at source, so protective device selection still needs to be confirmed as part of circuit design.

Dynamic load balancing is supported on the single-phase Zura models, and the data sheet confirms the CT clamp and cable are included for those units. Load balancing is useful where the site supply needs to be protected from excessive combined demand. The charger also supports static load management through software configuration, giving designers another way to plan multiple bays or constrained supplies. Cable terminals are specified for single-phase as 3 x 50mm for line, neutral and earth, so installers can check termination capacity before committing to cable route and containment.

Outdoor mounting and black fascia design

The unit and fascia use high impact resistant polycarbonate, with a 1.5mm steel mounting back plate and a 1.5mm 316 stainless steel rear bracket plate. The enclosure measures 260mm wide, 410mm high and 157mm deep, which gives designers a clear wall footprint for site layouts and mounting drawings. The unit weight is under 5.5kg depending on model, so it remains practical for wall mounting while still offering a substantial commercial-style casing.

An IP65 enclosure rating supports exposed external positions, while the socket itself is rated IP54. Impact protection is IK10, and operating temperature is specified from -30°C to +50°C. The standard unit colour for this SKU is black, with fascia colour options in the wider Zura range. A black fascia is often selected on darker brickwork, metal cladding, plant room walls and post-mounted installations where a pale charger would stand out. For off-wall sites, the Zura mounting post option is designed to fit up to two units and conforms with PAS 1899 when used as specified.

Choosing between Zura variants

ROLEC3020B is the single 7.4kW socketed unit. ROLEC3030B adds a second 7.4kW socket on a 63A single-phase supply, allowing two vehicles to charge from one Zura housing. ROLEC3140B changes the single outlet to a 5m Type 2 tethered lead, while ROLEC3150B gives two 5m tethered leads. ROLEC3145B and ROLEC3155B provide the same single or dual tethered layouts with 10m leads for longer reach. The right choice depends on the parking arrangement, not just the electrical output.

The 22kW three-phase Zura variants serve a different site type. ROLEC3046B is a three-phase socketed model and ROLEC3156B is a three-phase 5m tethered model. They should be specified where a three-phase supply is available and where the vehicle or site use can justify the higher AC output. For most single-phase homes, the 7.4kW models remain the relevant electrical match. For a socketed home or small workplace unit, ROLEC3020B gives the Zura feature set without the extra circuit demand of a dual-outlet or three-phase model.

Zura questions installers ask

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