Enphase IQ EV Charger 2, 48 A Hardwired, J1772 (IQ-EVSE-NA-1060-0100-1120) vs Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48 A, Hardwired, NACS (PUP2-U-T-6-C-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 EV Charger 2, 48 A Hardwired, J1772 (IQ-EVSE-NA-1060-0100-1120)
Hardwired home installs, especially homes with Enphase solar
A hardwired Level 2 charger with 6-48 A output (up to 11.5 kW), a 25-foot J1772 cable, NEMA 4 enclosure, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Ethernet, revenue-grade metering and a field-swappable connector. Enphase requires a 60 A breaker; its load balancing and solar features are tied to an Enphase or IQ Gateway setup.
Published specifications
- Output: 6-48 A, up to 11.5 kW at 240 V (data sheet)
- Connector: J1772 on 25 ft cable; NACS cable sold separately
- Install: hardwired, 60 A breaker (Enphase store page)
- Enclosure: NEMA 4; -40 to 131°F operating
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3, Ethernet; app or RFID access
- Warranty: 5-year limited (Enphase)
Strengths
- Enphase lists a spare NACS cable as a compatible accessory
- NEMA 4 enclosure rated from -40 to 131°F
- Five-year limited warranty and revenue-grade metering
Caveats
- Load balancing and solar features rely on Enphase integration
- Requires a dedicated 60 A circuit and a licensed electrician
- Weight listed as 24.2, 27.39 or 27.9 lb depending on the source
Read the full Enphase IQ EV Charger 2, 48 A Hardwired, J1772 (IQ-EVSE-NA-1060-0100-1120) guide
Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48 A, Hardwired, NACS (PUP2-U-T-6-C-002)
Hardwired NACS charging where a 60 A circuit is available
A compact 48 A (11.5 kW) hardwired Level 2 charger with a 25-foot NACS cable, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and current adjustable from 6 A in the app. Wallbox pairs 48 A with a 60 A breaker, rates it to 104°F, and says load management needs a separate power meter. Three-year limited warranty.
Published specifications
- Output: 48 A, 11.5 kW at 240 V; adjustable 6-48 A (app)
- Connector: NACS on 25 ft cable
- Install: hardwired only; 60 A breaker at 48 A (Wallbox guide)
- 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 to suit smaller circuits
- Compact 7.8 x 7.9 x 3.9 inch charger body
- Three-year limited warranty from Wallbox
Caveats
- Operating limit of 104°F is low for hot, sunny locations
- Load management and solar charging need a separate power meter
- You pay shipping to Wallbox on warranty returns
Read the full Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48 A, Hardwired, NACS (PUP2-U-T-6-C-002) guide
How to choose between them
Choose the Enphase IQ EV Charger 2, 48 A Hardwired, J1772 (IQ-EVSE-NA-1060-0100-1120) if your situation matches: Hardwired home installs, especially homes with Enphase solar. Its main caveat: Load balancing and solar features rely on Enphase integration.
Choose the Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48 A, Hardwired, NACS (PUP2-U-T-6-C-002) if your situation matches: Hardwired NACS charging where a 60 A circuit is available. Its main caveat: Operating limit of 104°F is low for hot, sunny locations.
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 IQ EV Charger 2, 48 A hardwired, J1772 Source for Enphase IQ EV Charger 2, 48 A Hardwired, J1772 (IQ-EVSE-NA-1060-0100-1120)
- Enphase IQ EV Charger 2 North America data sheet Source for Enphase IQ EV Charger 2, 48 A Hardwired, J1772 (IQ-EVSE-NA-1060-0100-1120)
- Wallbox Pulsar Plus North America technical datasheet Source for Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48 A, Hardwired, NACS (PUP2-U-T-6-C-002)
- Wallbox shop page for the Pulsar Plus NACS connector Source for Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48 A, Hardwired, NACS (PUP2-U-T-6-C-002)
- Wallbox Pulsar Plus installation guide (Wallbox PDF on Amazon) Source for Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48 A, Hardwired, NACS (PUP2-U-T-6-C-002)
- Wallbox statement of limited warranty (Wallbox PDF on Amazon) Source for Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48 A, Hardwired, NACS (PUP2-U-T-6-C-002)
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