Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Turkey
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Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Turkey
As in the rest of the world, the number of electric vehicles in our country is increasing day by day. With the proliferation of electric vehicles in traffic, the most curious thing is the number of charging stations, where they are and how they are used. Electric vehicles reduce fossil fuel consumption and make a significant contribution to the fight against environmental pollution and global climate change. It also reduces the fuel cost to a minimum. Electric vehicle owners will naturally have to go to charging stations when there is no charging facility at home. The fact that the TOGG car, which will be produced in our country, is electric, has led to an increase in charging stations. The more electric vehicles are used, the more charging stations will be needed.
What is an Electric Vehicle Charging Station and How Does It Work?
In electrically powered vehicles, the units that transfer electricity are called to ensure the charging of the battery. These charging stations can be found in public areas and can be used at home or in workplaces. It is an easy process that can be done without the need for any staff. You can pay with your credit or debit card while using private businesses. Some stations also have an online payment option.
The logic of charging electric vehicles is just like charging a mobile phone or laptop. There is no big difference in logic, it is a simple and low-cost operation. Electric vehicle charging station units have two different network types, alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC).
-Alternating Current (AC)
It is the mains system used in sockets and street lamps in home and office environments. It is often preferred because it is easily accessible and cheaper. Since the electric vehicle cannot be charged directly with alternating current at such stations, it is converted to direct current with the help of a power converter and transmitted to the battery. The power converters of electric vehicles have capacities between 3.7 kW and 22 kW. The charging speed will vary depending on the power of the AC/DC converter, but the battery will charge slowly due to limited power compared to DC charging stations.
-Direct Current (DC)
It is the mains line that allows the electricity to be transferred directly to the battery. Charging takes place with DC power. There is no need for intermediary operations such as a converter, as in charging with alternating current. Therefore, battery charging takes place in a shorter time. DC charging stations have an average power between 22 kW and 360 kW. Battery charging time may vary depending on battery capacity and charging power. Average battery charging time can be between 1 and 4 hours. Only 15 percent of the charging stations in Turkey are DC charging stations. One of the biggest differences between AC stations and DC stations is that DC stations have a higher installation cost and charge higher fees for charging than stations using AC mains.
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