The Victron EV Charging Station is a wall charger for electric vehicles that ties into a Victron energy system. Its big feature is solar integration: paired with a GX device, it can charge your car from surplus solar instead of the grid. Before you get excited in North America, check the plug and voltage. Here’s what Victron’s specs say.
Victron EV Charging Station: Specs
| Spec | EV Charging Station |
|---|---|
| Max power | 22 kW three-phase, 7.3 kW single-phase |
| Rated current per phase | 32A (adjustable 6-32A) |
| AC input voltage | 170-265V |
| Connector | IEC 62196 Type 2 |
| Display | Built-in LCD touchscreen |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth (VictronConnect), WiFi 2.4 GHz |
| Self-consumption | 15 mA at 230VAC |
| Operating temperature | -25 to 50°C |
| Safety standards | IEC 61851-1, IEC 61851-22 |
| Size / weight | 377 x 148 x 307 mm / 3 kg |
Source: Victron EV Charging Station product page and datasheet.
Built-In Protections
Victron lists welded relay contact detection, missing protective conductor detection, missing ground detection and shorted CP detection.
Solar Excess Charging
According to Victron, the station can be fully integrated with and remotely controlled through a GX device and VRM. If you have solar, it can be set up so excess solar energy charges the vehicle directly. Manual and scheduled modes add flexibility.
Setup, configuration and monitoring happen in VictronConnect over Bluetooth, or through the built-in web interface over a WiFi access point or your WiFi network. An RGB light ring around the port shows the status at a glance.
Important for US and Canadian Buyers
Two specs make this a poor fit for typical North American homes:
- Type 2 connector. Most North American EVs use J1772 or the NACS (Tesla) connector, not Type 2.
- 170-265V input on a single phase. US homes supply 240V split-phase, and Victron’s spec covers line-to-neutral voltages in that range. Ask a Victron dealer before assuming it works on split-phase.
In Europe, Australia and other Type 2 markets, it fits naturally.
Who It’s For
- Victron ESS homes in Type 2 markets with rooftop solar.
- Off-grid or backup sites that want to control EV charging from the GX device.
Who Should Look Elsewhere
- Most US and Canadian EV owners.
- Homes without a Victron GX system, where a simpler charger does the same job.
Good to Know Before You Buy
- Type 2 only.
- 2.4 GHz WiFi only.
- The solar features need a GX device.
You can download the EV Charging Station manual and datasheet from Victron Energy’s website.
Worked Example: Charging Time on Single-Phase and Three-Phase
How long the station takes depends on the supply and the car’s onboard charger. For a car that needs 40kWh added, a typical weekly top-up:
| Supply | Charging power | Time for 40kWh (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| Single-phase, 32A | 7.3 kW | ≈ 5.5 hours |
| Single-phase, 16A | ≈ 3.7 kW | ≈ 11 hours |
| Three-phase, 16A | ≈ 11 kW | ≈ 3.6 hours |
| Three-phase, 32A | 22 kW | ≈ 1.8 hours |
Estimates ignoring charging losses; the car’s own onboard charger limit also applies, and many cars accept 11kW or less on AC. The adjustable 6–32A current lets you set the station to suit your supply and the car.
Worked Example: A Sunny Day of Solar Charging
A home with a 10kWp solar array might produce around 40–50kWh on a long summer day in a sunny location (estimate; varies widely by location and season). If the house uses 15kWh and the battery takes another 10kWh, the surplus of roughly 15–25kWh can go into the car. With the station’s minimum of 6A on single-phase, that’s about 1.4kW, so charging can start once surplus solar reaches that level and rise as more becomes available.
Charging Modes Explained
- Auto mode: the GX device starts, stops and adjusts charging to use excess solar, so the car charges mainly from your own production.
- Manual mode: charges at the current you set, like a standard wallbox.
- Scheduled mode: charges during set times, which suits cheaper night-time electricity tariffs.
Switching between them is done on the touchscreen, in VictronConnect, through the web interface or on the GX device and VRM.
How It Fits a Victron ESS System
In a typical Victron home system, MultiPlus-II or Quattro inverters, MPPT solar chargers or grid-tied PV inverters, a battery and a GX device run the house. The EV Charging Station joins over the network, and the GX device sees solar production, house consumption and battery state. That’s what lets it decide how much surplus to send to the car, while keeping the home battery’s needs in mind according to your settings.
Installation Notes
The station is wall-mounted and must be installed by a qualified electrician with suitable cable, a dedicated circuit and the protective devices local regulations require, such as an RCD where specified. At 3kg and 377 × 148 × 307mm, it’s compact for a 22kW charger. Its −25 to 50°C operating range means it can be mounted outdoors in most climates, following the manual’s guidance.
Monitoring in VRM
Once connected through the GX device, the station appears in VRM alongside your solar, battery and loads. You can see charging sessions, energy delivered and how much came from solar, and you can change modes remotely.
Where It Shines
The station’s strength is integration. A standalone wallbox can’t see what your Victron system is doing, but the Victron station can respond to live solar output and battery state. For Type 2 homes already running a Victron ESS, that turns surplus solar that would otherwise go back to the grid into miles in the car.
FAQ
How fast is the Victron EV Charging Station?
Up to 22 kW on three-phase or 7.3 kW on single-phase, according to Victron.
Can it charge my car from solar only?
Yes. With a GX device, it can use excess solar energy to charge the car.
Does it work with Tesla or J1772 cars in the US?
It has a Type 2 connector, so it isn’t a direct fit. Check with a dealer.
Do I need a GX device to use it?
No. It works as a standalone charger with manual and scheduled modes. The solar-surplus features need a GX device.
Can I limit the charging current?
Yes. The current is adjustable from 6A to 32A per phase, set in VictronConnect, on the touchscreen or through the web interface.
Sources: Victron EV Charging Station product page and Datasheet EV Charging Station, victronenergy.com, accessed Oct 2026.
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