MG 4 – 3 pin Charger 10A For Backup / Emergency Charging
£144.00 – £174.00 vat included
MG 4 compatible 3 pin charger that will charge the MG 4 at 10A. This charging cable will provide the MG 4 with up to 2.3kW when connected to a 13A socket. This is equivalent to approxiamtely 6 to 8 miles of charge per hour. If you plan to charge your EV regularly using a standard 3 pin socket, we recommend our adjustable current 3 pin charger, which has an integrated sensor that provides DC current detection equivalent to a Type B RCD and an optional temperature sensor in the plug. Please note that the unit box of this fixed amp charger is IP65. This means that the unit box should be sheltered during heavy rain or snow. If you are placing the control box outdoors, we recommend the IP67 waterproof option that is available for the adjustable 3 pin charger. Please consult with your electrician to ensure that the socket used for charging your vehicle is suitable for EV charging. Read below for important details about this 3 pin charging cable.
Please Read Before You Buy
10A 3-Pin Charger For Charging All Models Of The MG 4.
This portable 3-pin EV charger is capable of charging the MG 4 at 10A, providing approximately 2.3kW of power. The 3 pin charger is also referred to as the granny charger, home charger, mains charger and “brick”.
Simply plug the charger into a standard 3-pin 13A socket for a 10A charge. We recommend this type of charger as an emergency backup.
If you are going to charge your MG 4 for prolonged periods using a 13A socket, then we recommend our adjustable current charger. This type of charger lets you charge at lower currents, which helps to avoid heat stress on the mains socket.
Additionally, the adjustable current feature allows the vehicle to lower the current as needed, if the vehicle software allows.
The variable charger also includes DC current protection equivalent to a Type B RCD and has a timer that allows you to schedule charging to start anywhere from 1 to 10 hours after plugging in.
Most chargers sold in the UK are restricted to 10A for safety reasons. Charging at this current significantly diminishes the risk of the 13A socket overheating. Consequently, we will not offer for sale any 3-pin charger capable of charging at 13A due to the increased risk of damage it may cause to the 3-pin socket.
Is This 3 Pin Charger Suitable For The MG 4?
Choosing The Right Charger
The MG 4 has a Type 2 socket as standard, ensuring compatibility with this charger.
Charging an EV for long periods with a 13A socket may cause thermal damage to the socket. For instance, the socket may overheat in cases where it has damaged or faulty wiring, or when the electrical circuit is overloaded. It is rare, but it does happen.
For this reason, we strongly recommend having an electrician inspect the intended socket to certify its suitability for charging the MG 4.
We understand that, at times, you might be charging your MG 4 with a socket that has not been certified by an electrician. In such instances, we recommend the variable amp charger as it provides additional protection for the 3-pin socket.
It is also a good idea to check, after a few hours of charging, that both the plug and socket are not becoming excessively hot during charging.
Avoid using an extension lead or adapter with this 3-pin charger. Plug the charger directly into the socket. Ensure that water does not come into contact with the 3-pin plug or the Type 2 plug, and keep the charger dry when not in use. Before connecting the charger to the MG 4, be sure to read the user booklet included with the charger.
How Waterproof Is This Charger?
This charger consists of four main components: the 3-pin plug, the cable, the control box (unit), and the Type 2 plug.
3-Pin Plug: The plug should be safe from water if you are plugging it into an indoor socket. If you are using an outdoor socket, the 3-pin plug needs to be protected and you should therefore use a weatherproof socket.
Cable: The cable is waterproof as long as there are no cuts or tears in the cable sheath.
Control Box: The standard control box is IP65-rated. This rating means that the control box can withstand light rain. If you are placing the control box outside, you can select the option to upgrade to the IP67-rated control box. This rating means that the control box is fully weatherproof.
Type 2 Plug: The Type 2 plug is built with an outer shell that is designed to withstand rain and snow when connected to the vehicle socket. The vehicle socket is also designed to be watertight and should therefore provide protection from water ingress when the Type 2 plug is connected.
A common way for water to enter the Type 2 plug is when the plug cap is replaced after charging. The plug cap must always be replaced after charging your vehicle, but do ensure that the inside of the plug cap is dry. Avoid leaving the plug lying around outside, do not drag or drop the Type 2 plug on the ground and store the charger in a dry place when not in use.
Features
- IP65 protection for the control box.
- Certification: UKCA, CE.
- 30mA AC Type A RCD.
- Built in fault detection: Earth leakage, over voltage / under voltage, over current and surge protection.
- PCB Overheating protection: The charging current will automatically reduce if the circuit board in the device box exceeds 75 degrees.
Choice Of Cable Bags
We provide a free canvas cable bag (suitable for cables up to 15M) to store this charger when not in use. You can also upgrade the bag to a cable case made from EVA material for enhanced waterproofing and impact protection. The EVA case has an elasticated strap in the bottom compartment and elasticated mesh pocket in the top. So it allows convenient storage of two cables. The EVA case can therefore carry 2 cables if each cable does not exceed 10 metres length (20M total length).
MG 4 Compatible 3 Pin Charging Cable Technical Data
Charging cable type | 3-pin (Type G) 13A socket to Type 2 (IEC 62196-2) connectors |
Lengths available | 5Metre |
Rated current | 10A |
Certification | CE, UKCA, TUV tested |
Cable from control box to power outlet | TPE 3×2.5+2×0.75mm. Length including plug: 70cm |
Cable to Type 2 vehicle plug | TPU 3×2.5+1×0.75mm |
Control box dimensions | 210mm (H) x 85mm (W) x 50mm (D) |
IP grade | Control box: IP65. Plugs when connected to sockets: IP55 |
Operating voltage | 220V-240V AC |
Leakage protection | AC leakage 30mA |
Working temperature | -30°C to 50°C |
Flame retardant | UL94 V-0 |
Insulation resistance | 10MΩ |