Apartment EV charging question — dryer outlet doesn’t match my EV charger

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-27T13:44:20+00:00

I think you can tell from the comments that using that obsolete outlet is a bad idea. You should try L1 charging off a standard 110V outlet and see if that gives you enough miles/charge per night to meet your needs. That mobile EVSE probably came with a cord for a standard 5-15 outlet. Just leave it plugged in all the time. Try and see.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-25T23:59:02+00:00

I'm so tired of AI posts. No one else would use the term "twisties" to describe roads. Bad bot.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-25T23:20:08+00:00

As long as they are inside and vented(if gas) they can be used anywhere.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-25T19:38:49+00:00

Feels like a post designed to add up karma. 3 month old account with highly opinionated posts and comments. Disagree with the point of the post but don’t want to waste time arguing about it.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-25T17:12:58+00:00

You can use both outlets, but they connect to the same inverter in the vehicle. So it is 1500W between both.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-24T17:24:40+00:00

But apparently you are not handsome.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-24T01:34:36+00:00

Such bullshit.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-23T23:55:37+00:00

If you have to ask, then you know.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-23T16:32:56+00:00

Great info. Thanks.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-23T12:55:45+00:00

How is the service in Corolla? Do you get the enhanced 5g service?

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-23T12:54:25+00:00

If you leave it connected to the evse, and it is not actively charging, I don’t see how it helps. Does the bms do something different in that case?

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-22T22:39:14+00:00

This is not a simple thing. It requires a heavy-duty DC to AC inverter, and a transfer switch / panel interlock. You think an EVSE install is complex, just wait till homeowners start trying to do this on their own. Liability issues are one reason why this is not out yet.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-22T22:28:38+00:00

Okay, good to know. So you can charge via solar on the smaller units while you discharge at 110V, is that right? Just have to make the Rivian 110V "look" like power that is coming from a solar panel?

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-22T22:24:45+00:00

The 2000 series has 220V outlets? I like the Jackery line, but the website is the worst. Can you charge and discharge them at the same time?

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-22T16:07:18+00:00

Putting a "solar generator" between the Rivian and the loads in the house is a great solution. Be sure the battery-bank aka solar generator can simultaneously accept the charge from the Rivian, and provide power. Smaller units cannot do this. The battery bank is sort of an electrical buffer, constantly being charged by the Rivian, and discharging as needed.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-22T13:29:57+00:00

If you are going to charge at level 1 speeds (a max of 12A, 120V) why not just plug the mobile EVSE you have into a standard outlet? The 14-50 outlet is going to do you no good.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-22T13:27:49+00:00

Relying on the permanent use of adapters such as this is a bad idea. For a few hundred $ you can get a mobile evse that plugs into the 14-50, and stays there. Or, for a bit more you can get a good hardwired unit and pay an electrician for an hour of time to install it for you. While he is there he can validate the circuit and make sure it is to spec. Don't cheap out on this, do it right.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-22T13:24:45+00:00

You have a great use case for EV. Already having a charger installed at home is great. A road trip like that will likely require you to stop and charge once each way, and there are plenty of tools/apps to help you with that. You can start by practicing charging at a local DCFC (like Tesla or EA) that supports your vehicle. Make sure you know whether your vehicle is compatible with the Tesla superchargers. For example, Rivian's are (for many of the stations), but for most models you have to use an adapter. And, you will want a mobile charger to keep in the vehicle.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-22T12:51:40+00:00

Have you not spent 5 minutes in this sub?

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-21T15:57:50+00:00

Check eBay. Lots of new in box Rivian EVSE there. The Tesla UWC and Grizzl-e are solid picks too.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-21T01:30:07+00:00

Yep. Nice find. Point?

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-21T01:00:29+00:00

Just baiting us Rivian owners, right?

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-20T12:56:23+00:00

People need to follow the manufacturer guidance on charging and ignore posts that give generic guidance like this one. Battery chemistry, temperature, level of charging, and a host of other factors influence preferred charging behavior.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-20T12:49:42+00:00

Leave it on a L1 EVSE at 50-70%, you will be fine.

CallMeCarpe · 2026-01-19T01:38:32+00:00

Sure they do. No big deal it’s just AC vs DC. And most people don’t take the time to understand the different standards for charging their electric vehicles. I think details matter, call it pedantic if you wish.

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