Enphase IQ 40 EV Charger with NACS Connector (IQ-EVSE-NA-1040-0101-0100) vs Wallbox Pulsar Plus 40 A, NEMA 14-50 Plug, J1772 (PUP2-U-1-5-N-002)
These are side-by-side facts taken from each product guide: published specifications, strengths and caveats as their sources state them. This page is not a test, a ranking or a verdict about which model is better.
Enphase IQ 40 EV Charger with NACS Connector (IQ-EVSE-NA-1040-0101-0100)
NACS cars on a dedicated 40 A circuit, ideally with Enphase solar
A hardwired 32 A (7.7 kW) Level 2 charger with a 25-foot NACS cable, a NEMA 4 enclosure, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and a five-year limited warranty. Enphase specifies a dedicated 2-pole 40 A breaker; its load management works only with an Enphase Energy System and IQ Gateway.
Published specifications
- Output: 32 A continuous, 7.7 kW; up to 31 mi of range per hour
- Connector: NACS on 25 ft cable; J1772 cars need an adapter
- Install: hardwired, 3 ft 10 AWG whip, dedicated 40 A breaker
- Enclosure: NEMA Type 4; -22 to 122°F operating
- Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth; OCPP 1.6; four status LEDs
- Warranty: 5-year limited (Enphase)
Strengths
- Needs only a 40 A circuit for 32 A charging
- NEMA Type 4 enclosure with a crush-resistant NACS connector
- Five-year limited warranty from Enphase
Caveats
- Load management only with an Enphase system and IQ Gateway
- No adjustable current settings described in the sources read
- Weight given as 13.4 lb by Enphase but 19.91 lb on Amazon
Read the full Enphase IQ 40 EV Charger with NACS Connector (IQ-EVSE-NA-1040-0101-0100) guide
Wallbox Pulsar Plus 40 A, NEMA 14-50 Plug, J1772 (PUP2-U-1-5-N-002)
Garages with a NEMA 14-50 outlet on a 50 A circuit
A compact 40 A (9.6 kW) Level 2 charger with a NEMA 14-50 plug, a 25-foot J1772 cable, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and current adjustable from 6 A in the app. Wallbox specifies 50 A branch protection, a 12-inch plug lead and an operating range up to 104°F. Load management needs a separate power meter.
Published specifications
- Output: 40 A, 9.6 kW at 240 V; adjustable 6-40 A (app)
- Connector: SAE J1772 on 25 ft cable
- Install: NEMA 14-50 plug; 50 A branch protection (Wallbox)
- Enclosure: NEMA Type 4 per UL 50E; -22 to 104°F operating
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, OCPP 1.6J; CCID20 fault protection
- Warranty: 3 years (Wallbox limited warranty)
Strengths
- Current adjustable from 6 A in the app
- Compact 7.8 x 7.9 x 3.9 inch charger body
- Plug-in NEMA 14-50 version with a three-year warranty
Caveats
- Operating limit of 104°F may matter in hot garages
- Load management and solar charging need a separate power meter
- Short 12- to 15-inch plug lead fixes where the outlet must go
Read the full Wallbox Pulsar Plus 40 A, NEMA 14-50 Plug, J1772 (PUP2-U-1-5-N-002) guide
How to choose between them
Choose the Enphase IQ 40 EV Charger with NACS Connector (IQ-EVSE-NA-1040-0101-0100) if your situation matches: NACS cars on a dedicated 40 A circuit, ideally with Enphase solar. Its main caveat: Load management only with an Enphase system and IQ Gateway.
Choose the Wallbox Pulsar Plus 40 A, NEMA 14-50 Plug, J1772 (PUP2-U-1-5-N-002) if your situation matches: Garages with a NEMA 14-50 outlet on a 50 A circuit. Its main caveat: Operating limit of 104°F may matter in hot garages.
Both entries repeat what each guide records. Confirm the model, included parts and availability on the current listing before ordering.
Primary sources
- Enphase store page for the IQ 40 EV Charger with NACS connector Source for Enphase IQ 40 EV Charger with NACS Connector (IQ-EVSE-NA-1040-0101-0100)
- Enphase IQ 40 EV Charger with NACS connector data sheet Source for Enphase IQ 40 EV Charger with NACS Connector (IQ-EVSE-NA-1040-0101-0100)
- Wallbox Pulsar Plus installation guide (listing-supplied PDF) Source for Wallbox Pulsar Plus 40 A, NEMA 14-50 Plug, J1772 (PUP2-U-1-5-N-002)
- Wallbox statement of limited warranty (listing-supplied PDF) Source for Wallbox Pulsar Plus 40 A, NEMA 14-50 Plug, J1772 (PUP2-U-1-5-N-002)
- Wallbox Pulsar Plus North America technical datasheet Source for Wallbox Pulsar Plus 40 A, NEMA 14-50 Plug, J1772 (PUP2-U-1-5-N-002)
- Wallbox shop page for the Pulsar Plus (NACS page listing 40 A contents) Source for Wallbox Pulsar Plus 40 A, NEMA 14-50 Plug, J1772 (PUP2-U-1-5-N-002)
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