Type 2 Connector
Type 2 is the standard AC charging connector for electric cars in Europe.
What is Type 2 Connector?
It supports single-phase and three-phase charging. The plug locks during charging. It forms the upper part of the CCS2 inlet. It is standardised under IEC 62196-2 and is also called Mennekes after the company that developed it. Public AC charging points in Europe usually have a Type 2 socket, so drivers carry their own cable.
How it works
Pins carry power and communication between car and charger.
Why it matters for your car
Other regions use different connectors. Damaged cables should not be used.
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