Level 1 and Level 2 charging refer to two different types of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations with different charging speeds and power delivery.
Level 1 charging is the slowest yet simplest form of charging, typically using a standard household outlet (120 volts) and a basic charging cord that comes with the EV. Level 1 charging usually provides about 3 to 5 miles of driving range per hour of charging, which means it can take 30 to 60 hours to fully charge an EV battery depending on the battery size.
Level 2 charging, on the other hand, is a faster and more powerful charging option that requires a dedicated 240-volt charging station installed by a professional electrician. Level 2 charging can provide up to 40 miles of driving range per hour of charging, depending on the EV and charging station used. This means that it can take 5 to 8 hours to fully charge an EV battery using a Level 2 charging station.
In summary, Level 1 charging is slower and uses a standard household outlet, while Level 2 charging is faster and requires a dedicated charging station installed by a professional electrician.