EVITP Installation Best Practices — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What conduit types are used for outdoor EV installations?
- RMC or PVC Sch 80 underground, EMT in protected areas (Correct answer)
- Standard Romex wire
- Flexible cord only
- No conduit needed
Correct answer: RMC or PVC Sch 80 underground, EMT in protected areas
Conduit type depends on location and exposure to damage.
Question 2: What is a load calculation for EV charging?
- Determining if existing service can handle additional EV loads (Correct answer)
- Calculating electricity cost
- Determining charge time
- Measuring panel distance
Correct answer: Determining if existing service can handle additional EV loads
This ensures the building can support the additional electrical demand.
Question 3: What is proper EV charger mounting height?
- Connector and controls between 24-48 inches above grade (Correct answer)
- Any height
- Exactly 6 feet
- Ground level only
Correct answer: Connector and controls between 24-48 inches above grade
The height range considers usability and accessibility.
Question 4: What is a sub-panel for EV charging?
- Additional panel providing dedicated circuit space for EV chargers (Correct answer)
- A billing panel
- A display screen
- A battery monitor
Correct answer: Additional panel providing dedicated circuit space for EV chargers
A sub-panel provides additional circuit space when the main panel is full.
Question 5: What is smart charging?
- Network-connected charging with remote management and optimization (Correct answer)
- Faster charging
- AI battery optimization
- Wireless charging
Correct answer: Network-connected charging with remote management and optimization
Smart charging adds management and optimization through connectivity.
Question 6: What maintenance do EV chargers require?
- Inspect connectors/cables, verify mounting, software updates, GFCI testing (Correct answer)
- No maintenance needed
- Only cleaning
- Vehicle owner responsibility
Correct answer: Inspect connectors/cables, verify mounting, software updates, GFCI testing
Regular checks of components and safety systems are needed.
EVITP Installation Best Practices
What conduit types are used for outdoor EV installations?