Leviton EV Series Level 2 EV Charger, 48 A, Hardwired, J1772 (EV480) vs Leviton EV Series Smart Home Level 2 EV Charger with Wi-Fi, 48 A, Hardwired, J1772 (EV48W)
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.
Leviton EV Series Level 2 EV Charger, 48 A, Hardwired, J1772 (EV480)
A hardwired 48 A home or shared charger where a 60 A circuit is available
Leviton's non-Wi-Fi EV Series station: 48 A and 11.6 kW at 208 or 240 volts, an 18-foot J1772 cable, a pre-attached input cable and a mounting bracket. Leviton pairs it with a 60 A breaker and lists it as hardwired only. RFID access control ships disabled, and the manual says it cannot be disabled again once you activate it.
Published specifications
- Output: 48 A, 11.6 kW at 208/240 VAC (Leviton page)
- Hardwired only; 60 A breaker; L1, L2 and ground, bottom feed
- SAE J1772 connector on an 18 ft cable
- NEMA Type 3R enclosure; -30 to 50 C operating (Leviton page)
- Manual lists 2 standard and 1 admin RFID card in the box
- Warranty: 2-year limited to the original purchaser
Strengths
- Leviton and the manual agree on 48 A output with a 60 A breaker
- Ships with a wall bracket, mounting screws and RFID cards per the manual
- Leviton's technical information lists the application as both home and commercial
Caveats
- RFID access control cannot be turned off once the admin card activates it
- Hardwired only, so an electrician and a dedicated 60 A circuit are required
- Manual weight of about 6.5 kg does not match the listing's 18.52 pounds
Read the full Leviton EV Series Level 2 EV Charger, 48 A, Hardwired, J1772 (EV480) guide
Leviton EV Series Smart Home Level 2 EV Charger with Wi-Fi, 48 A, Hardwired, J1772 (EV48W)
A hardwired 48 A home charger you want to schedule from the My Leviton app
Leviton's Wi-Fi EV Series station: 48 A and 11.6 kW at 208 or 240 volts, an 18-foot J1772 cable, a pre-attached input cable and a mounting bracket, hardwired only on a 60 A breaker. It adds My Leviton setup over 802.11 b, g and n. RFID access control ships disabled and the manual says it cannot be disabled once activated.
Published specifications
- Output: 48 A, 11.6 kW at 208/240 VAC (Leviton page)
- Hardwired only; 60 A breaker; L1, L2 and ground, bottom feed
- Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; My Leviton setup mode in the manual
- SAE J1772 connector on an 18 ft cable
- NEMA Type 3R enclosure; -30 to 50 C operating (Leviton page)
- Warranty: 2-year limited to the original purchaser
Strengths
- Wi-Fi and My Leviton setup mode are documented in Leviton's own manual
- Leviton and the manual agree on 48 A output with a 60 A breaker
- Ships with a wall bracket, mounting screws and RFID cards per the manual
Caveats
- Listing's detail table gives 208 volts and a 2 A current rating, contradicting itself
- RFID access control cannot be turned off once the admin card activates it
- Hardwired only, so an electrician and a dedicated 60 A circuit are required
How to choose between them
Choose the Leviton EV Series Level 2 EV Charger, 48 A, Hardwired, J1772 (EV480) if your situation matches: A hardwired 48 A home or shared charger where a 60 A circuit is available. Its main caveat: RFID access control cannot be turned off once the admin card activates it.
Choose the Leviton EV Series Smart Home Level 2 EV Charger with Wi-Fi, 48 A, Hardwired, J1772 (EV48W) if your situation matches: A hardwired 48 A home charger you want to schedule from the My Leviton app. Its main caveat: Listing's detail table gives 208 volts and a 2 A current rating, contradicting itself.
Both entries repeat what each guide records. Confirm the model, included parts and availability on the current listing before ordering.
Primary sources
- Leviton EV480 product page Source for Leviton EV Series Level 2 EV Charger, 48 A, Hardwired, J1772 (EV480)
- Leviton EV Series Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation Manual PK-A3429-10-00-6A (PDF) Source for Leviton EV Series Level 2 EV Charger, 48 A, Hardwired, J1772 (EV480) and Leviton EV Series Smart Home Level 2 EV Charger with Wi-Fi, 48 A, Hardwired, J1772 (EV48W)
- Leviton EV48W product page Source for Leviton EV Series Smart Home Level 2 EV Charger with Wi-Fi, 48 A, Hardwired, J1772 (EV48W)
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