(R)SAEElectricVehicleConductiveChargeCoupler.doc

(R) SAE Electric Vehicle Conductive Charge Coupler SAE J1772 REV. MONTH01 Issued 1996-10 Revised 2001-August Supercedes 1996-10 Prepared by the SAE EV Charging Systems Committee Forward - Since the energy stored in a battery provides the power for an electric vehicle(EV), an EV requires a method of charging the battery on a regular basis. Conductive charging is a method for connecting the electric power supply network to the EV for the purpose of transferring energy to charge the battery and operate other vehicle electrical systems, establishing a reliable equipment grounding path, and exchanging control information between the EV and the supply equipment. This document describes the functional and performance requirements for proper operation and the physical interface for a conductive charging system. This document contains 24 pages, including this page, and should not be used as a design tool if any of the pages are missing. Note: This SAE Recommended Practice is intended as a guide toward standard practice and is subject to change to keep pace with experience and technical advances Table of Contents 1. Scope 2. References 2.1 Applicable Publications 2.2 Related Publication 3. Definitions 4. General Conductive Charging System Description 5. Control and Data 6. General EV Requirements 7. General EVSE Requirements 8. Coupler Requirements Appendix A – History EVSE/Vehicle Interface Appendix B – AC Level 3 charging 1. Scope - This SAE Recommended Practice covers the general physical, electrical, and performance requirements for the electric vehicle conductive charge system and coupler for use in North America. The intent of this document is to define a common electric vehicle conductive charging system architecture including operational requirements and the functional and dimensional requirements for the vehicle inlet and mating connector. 2. References 2.1 Applicable Publications - The following publications form a part of this specification to the extent specifie