SEVR EV Portable Charger (10A)
Type 210 A max2.3 kW~13 km/h4.5 mIP66
Plugs into any standard power point, anywhere in Australia. The one to start with.
$183.99Lowest price in Australia · free shipping · 3-year warranty
Add to cartIn Victoria you can plug a 10 A portable charger into any existing power point with no electrician and no paperwork, adding about 129 km per 10-hour night. Installing a dedicated 15 A outlet or a wall charger is a job for a licensed electrician, who must give you a Certificate of Electrical Safety (CES). At an example 28c/kWh, home charging costs about $4.98 per 100 km.
- No install: the SEVR 10A portable charger, delivered free to Melbourne.
- Faster at home: a dedicated 15 A outlet from a licensed electrician, plus the EVSE Australia 15A portable charger (coming soon).
- Regulator: Energy Safe Victoria.
- Cost: about $4.98 per 100 km at 28c/kWh vs $13.30 in petrol.
At a glance
Charging an EV at home in Victoria
~129 kmper 10-hour night on 10 A
~194 kmper 10-hour night on 15 A
$4.98per 100 km at 28c/kWh
$999a year saved vs petrol
The rules
Do you need an electrician in Victoria?
| What you're doing | Electrician? | Paperwork |
|---|---|---|
| Plugging a 10A portable charger into an existing power point | No | None |
| Installing a dedicated 15 A or 20 A outlet for a 15A charger | Yes, licensed | A Certificate of Electrical Safety (CES) |
| Installing a 7 kW wall charger | Yes, licensed | A Certificate of Electrical Safety (CES); possible switchboard work |
Running cost
What it costs to charge an EV in Victoria
| Electricity rate | c/kWh | Per 100 km | Per year (12,000 km) | Saved vs petrol per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Typical flat rate in VIC (example) | 28c | $4.98 | $597 | $999 |
| Off-peak / time-of-use (example) | 17c | $3.02 | $363 | $1,233 |
| Overnight EV plan (example) | 10c | $1.78 | $213 | $1,383 |
| Your own solar (feed-in you give up) | 5c | $0.89 | $107 | $1,489 |
Local notes
Charging in Melbourne and around Victoria
- Sparkie EV is based in Victoria, so this is our home state.
- Installing a new outlet or circuit is prescribed electrical work in Victoria, and must be done by a Registered Electrical Contractor. The full Victorian guide.
- Melbourne's cold winter mornings slow charging a little. Plugging in overnight evens it out.
- Many Victorian retailers offer time-of-use and EV plans with cheap overnight rates. A car's charging timer lets a portable charger use them.
Delivery
Free delivery to Melbourne and all of Victoria
We ship free to Melbourne, Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Shepparton, the Mornington Peninsula and the rest of Victoria. Orders are dispatched from Australian stock within 1 business day and typically arrive within 1–6 days, depending on where you are. Every charger comes with its manufacturer's Australian warranty and our 30-day change-of-mind returns.
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Portable chargers for Victoria
EVSE Australia Mini Portable Charger (15A)
Type 28/12/15 A3.45 kW~19 km/h6 mIP66
About 50% faster once a licensed electrician has fitted a dedicated outlet.
$239Coming soon · free shipping · 2-year warranty
DetailsQuestions
Frequently asked
Do I need an electrician to charge an EV in Victoria?
Not to plug a 10 A portable charger into an existing power point. You do need a licensed electrician to install a new 15 A outlet or a wall charger, and they'll give you a Certificate of Electrical Safety (CES).
How much does it cost to charge an EV at home in Victoria?
At an example flat rate of 28c/kWh, about $4.98 per 100 km, or about $597 a year for 12,000 km. Off-peak, EV plans and solar cut that sharply. Check the rate on your bill.
Do you deliver portable EV chargers to Melbourne?
Yes. Shipping is free to Melbourne and everywhere else in Victoria. Orders are dispatched from Australian stock within 1 business day.
Can I charge an EV from a normal power point in Victoria?
Yes. A portable charger with a genuine 10 A plug works from any standard Australian power point and adds about 13 km of range per hour. Plug straight into the wall, never into a powerboard or extension lead.
Can I use an extension lead with a portable EV charger?
No. Powerboards and extension leads aren't built for hours of continuous load. Plug the charger straight into the wall, and stop if the plug or outlet feels hot.
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