When we're using our AC chargers, level 1 or level 2, the truck is converting the 120V/240V AC to the DC battery voltage with the on-truck charger. That charger is a bunch of power electronics, and it has some power loss, and therefore an efficiency. Besides possible errors in sensing energy...
It's part of the J-1772 charging specification for level 1 charging. Whenever a EVSE sees a 120V input, it limits the charging to a maximum of 12A continuous. The vehicle manufacturer can further limit the maximum current drawn to a level less than 12A continuous. My version of the Bolt EV...
I've been using a OpenEVSE for the past 5 years charging my Bolt EV. I also use it for my SR pro. There's a lot to like about the OpenEVSE products - mine is wired to a NEMA 14-50 and is therefore limited to 40A. You can also adjust the charging current in 2A increments, which is super handy if...