EVSE Australia Mini Portable Charger (15A)
Type 28/12/15 A3.45 kW~19 km/h6 mIP66
Once your electrician has fitted a dedicated 15 A outlet, this is the faster charger.
$239Lowest price in Australia · free shipping · 2-year warranty
View chargerYou don't need an electrician to plug a 10 A portable charger into an existing power point. You do need a licensed electrician to install a dedicated 15 A outlet or a wall charger: in Victoria that is prescribed electrical work, and you'll receive a Certificate of Electrical Safety.
- 10 A portable charger: no electrician. Use an existing outlet, ideally on its own circuit.
- 15 A portable charger: needs a dedicated 15 A or 20 A outlet installed by a licensed electrician.
- 7 kW wall charger: needs a dedicated 32 A circuit and possibly a switchboard upgrade.
- Older home? Have the circuit checked if your outlet shares it with the fridge or a heater, or the wiring is ageing rubber-insulated cable.
At a glance
What each option needs
| Option | Electrician needed? | What's involved | Paperwork |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10A portable | No | Existing power point (own circuit preferred) | None |
| 15A portable | Yes | Dedicated 15 A/20 A outlet | Certificate of Electrical Safety |
| 7 kW wall charger | Yes | Dedicated 32 A circuit, possible switchboard upgrade | Certificate of Electrical Safety |
Why it matters
What an electrician checks
A car draws its full rated current for 10+ hours straight. That is a harder job than almost anything else you plug into a house, so the basics matter:
- Is the circuit shared? An outlet on the same circuit as the fridge or a heater can be overloaded.
- How old is the wiring? Ageing rubber-insulated cable is the weak link in older homes.
- Is the outlet rated for the plug? A 15 A load needs a 15 A or 20 A outlet. Never adapt a 15 A plug into a 10 A socket.
- Is the charger approved? Look for the RCM mark; CE or TÜV alone doesn't count in Australia.
We do not do installs ourselves. Ask a Registered Electrical Contractor for a written quote that covers the dedicated circuit, RCD protection and any switchboard work. What to ask for.
Our pick
Pick the charger to match your outlet
SEVR EV Portable Charger (10A)
Type 210 A max2.3 kW~13 km/h4.5 mIP66
Plugs into any standard power point. Nothing to install.
$183.99Lowest price in Australia · free shipping · 3-year warranty
View chargerQuestions
Frequently asked
Do I need an electrician to install a 15A outlet for EV charging in Victoria?
Yes. Installing an outlet is prescribed electrical work in Victoria, so it must be done by a licensed electrician who issues a Certificate of Electrical Safety.
Do I need an electrician to use a portable EV charger?
Not for a 10 A charger plugged into an existing power point. Plug straight into the wall, never into a powerboard or extension lead, and ideally use an outlet on its own circuit.
What is a Certificate of Electrical Safety?
In Victoria, it is the certificate a licensed electrician issues for prescribed electrical work, such as installing a new outlet or circuit. Keep it with your home's records.
Do I need a switchboard upgrade for EV charging?
Not for a portable charger on an existing outlet. A 7 kW wall charger needs a dedicated 32 A circuit, which can mean a switchboard upgrade depending on your home.
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