As electric vehicle (EV) owners, you’re part of a growing community embracing cleaner, more sustainable transportation. At Blue Electrics, we’re committed to ensuring that your EV car charger installation is not only seamless but also compliant with national regulations. Here’s a straightforward guide to help you understand why and how we register your EV car charger with the National Grid.
Why Register Your EV Car Charger?
1. Ensuring Network Safety and Reliability
When we register your EV car charger with the National Grid, we help maintain the safety and reliability of the electricity network. This process ensures that the local grid can handle the additional load from your charger, preventing potential overloads and ensuring a steady supply of power to all homes in your area.
2. Protecting Your Home and Appliances
Registering your charger helps avoid power quality issues like voltage drops or flickers, which can affect the performance of your home appliances and the EV charger itself. By coordinating with the National Grid, we ensure that your setup is optimised for both safety and efficiency.
3. Supporting a Smarter Energy Grid
As more homes install EV chargers, the collective data helps the National Grid plan for future energy demands and infrastructure improvements. This means better service and potentially lower costs for everyone.
When and How to Contact the Network Operator
Before Installation
It’s crucial to contact the network operator if:
- You suspect a supply overload.
- There’s potential damage to supply equipment.
- There are power quality concerns or issues with earthing.
During Installation
Even if your installer knows the cut-out rating, the overall load on local network assets needs consideration. Only the network operator can provide this assessment.
How We Ensure a Smooth Registration Process
1. Comprehensive Application Forms
We use detailed forms to gather all necessary technical information about your EV charger. This includes model information, rated current and power, and power quality data. The forms ensure that all local network operators receive consistent and complete information for assessing the suitability of your charger connection.
2. Coordinating with Network Operators
Blue Electrics handles the communication with your local network operator. We submit the completed connection forms via email and follow up to ensure a timely response. This process typically takes up to 10 working days for residential properties.
3. Handling Remedial Work if Needed
If any network upgrades or remedial work are required to support your EV charger, we’ll coordinate with the network operator to ensure these are carried out efficiently. This guarantees that your charger is safe to use and fully compliant with all regulations.
The Role of the National Grid and Your Network Operator
Mapping Increased Load
When we register your EV charger, it helps the National Grid accurately map the increased load from new EV installations. This data is crucial for maintaining network reliability and planning future improvements.
Keeping You Safe
Our commitment to safety includes adhering to the Wiring Regulations BS7671, the Distribution Code DPC 5.2.1, and the IET Electric Vehicle Code of Practice. These regulations ensure that every installation is safe, reliable, and compliant with the latest standards.
How to Identify Your Network Operator
If you’re unsure who your network operator is, you can use the “Who’s my network operator?” tool available online. Alternatively, you can find your network operator using the Meter Point Administration Number (MPAN) on your electricity bill. Digits 9 and 10 of the MPAN indicate the Distributor ID, which you can cross-reference with the network operator list.
Conclusion
At Blue Electrics, we take pride in providing you with the best service for your EV car charger installation. Registering your charger with the National Grid is a key part of our service, ensuring that your home remains safe and that the electricity network remains reliable. If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to contact us. Together, we can drive towards a cleaner and more efficient future.
For more information or to schedule your EV charger installation, visit our website or give us a call. Let’s keep you charged up and ready to go!
