Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48-Amp EV Charger Review
The Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48 Amp Level 2 EV Charger is an ultra-compact, smart charging solution with WiFi, Bluetooth, and voice control via Alexa/Google Home. Featuring a 25ft cable, it’s Energy Star and UL certified for efficient, reliable charging. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use, and assembled in the USA.
The Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48-Amp EV Charger is a compact and efficient home charging solution. Its hardwired installation unlocks higher amperage Level 2 charging speeds of up to 11.5 kW (48 amps), making it an excellent choice for users seeking a permanent, faster, and more convenient charging experience.
The Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48-Amp EV Charger supports all-electric vehicles (EVs) that use the J1772 connector, making it compatible with most EVs in North America. Tesla vehicles can also be charged using a J1772 to NACs adapter.
One of its standout features is its smart EV charging features. The charger connects to the myWallbox app, allowing you to control and monitor your charger via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. The app enables you to create schedules, take advantage of off-peak rates, and receive notifications. The Pulsar Plus is also compatible with voice commands through Alexa or Google Home, adding further convenience.
The Pulsar Plus offers flexible power options, with adjustable capacity ranging from 16A to 48A. This flexibility allows you to connect it to lower-power circuits when necessary and ramp up the power when more charging capacity is needed. It can also handle multiple vehicles, as you can connect up to three Pulsar Plus units to the same circuit and share power efficiently, thanks to smart power management.
Installation is straightforward, as the Pulsar Plus can be used in most homes, apartments, or condos. It includes a 25-foot cable, offering installation flexibility. Additionally, the charger works with all EV models that use a J1772 plug, making it compatible with most vehicles, including Teslas with an adapter.
The Wallbox Pulsar Plus is equipped with onboard intelligence, allowing you to manage settings like scheduled charging without a constant internet connection. It also includes a three-year limited warranty.
For homeowners who prefer a portable EV charger over a hardwired model, Wallbox offers a 40-amp plug-in EV charger with the same advanced charging features and full integration into the Wallbox ecosystem.
Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48-Amp Hardwired Installation
Installing the Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48-Amp EV Charger requires a 240V, 60A circuit with a hardwired connection to ensure safe and reliable high-power Level 2 EV charging. The setup involves wiring the charger to a dedicated 60A double-pole breaker inside the main electrical panel.
As shown in the wiring diagram above, two 4 AWG hot wires (L1 and L2) are run from the 60A dedicated circuit breaker to the charger’s junction box, while a 4-6 AWG ground wire is routed from the ground busbar to the charger junction box, ensuring proper EV charger grounding. The wires are fed through a 1-inch to 1 ¼-inch conduit to protect the wiring and maintain code compliance. The Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48-Amp EV charger is then connected to the junction box, completing the 48A continuous load circuit, which is safeguarded by the 60A dedicated breaker.
Compatible EV Charging Load Management Systems
Homeowners with solar EV charging systems prefer hardwired chargers like the Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48-Amp EV Charger for their enhanced safety, reliability, and efficiency—especially when handling higher power loads. A valuable accessory for such installations is the Wallbox Power Meter.
The Wallbox Power Meter enhances the performance of a hardwired Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48-Amp EV Charger in a solar EV charging setup by intelligently managing your home EV charging electrical load. It enables dynamic load management by acting as an intermediary between the EV charger, grid system, and home solar system. This functionality goes beyond the smart capabilities of the charger itself when it comes to managing home solar energy efficiently.
This is why the 48A Wallbox Pulsar Plus, when paired with the Wallbox Power Meter, is on our list of the best home solar EV chargers, we highly recommend this combination to homeowners looking for an efficient and intelligent solar EV charging solution.
By continuously monitoring your home’s electrical loads, the Wallbox Power Meter can adjust the charger’s power output in real-time. This allows it to increase or reduce charging rates based on solar energy availability and home energy consumption.
Even if you don’t have a solar setup but have a lower-capacity electrical panel (e.g., 100 amps), the Wallbox Power Meter can help avoid costly electrical panel upgrades. It dynamically manages EV charging loads in an overloaded electrical panel, allowing optimized EV charging without overloading your home’s electrical system, eliminating the need for an additional sub-panel.
For solar-powered homes with grid integration, the Wallbox Power Meter intelligently detects and prioritizes energy sources. When sufficient solar power is available, it prioritizes solar over grid electricity. If you’re on a Time-of-Use (ToU) plan, it can schedule charging during off-peak hours, reducing reliance on grid electricity when solar output is low and maximizing cost savings.
Compatible EV Charger Pedestal
For users without access to a wall for mounting the Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48-Amp EV Charger, we recommend the rock-solid, heavy-duty Wallbox Pedestal (Eiffel Basic Mono). It supports a clean and secure hardwired installation of the 48-amp Pulsar Plus, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor locations such as driveways, carports, apartment or condo parking lots, and commercial parking spaces.
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