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SAE J1772

SAE J1772 is the North American standard covering conductive charging requirements for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. It defines the charging method along with functional, electrical and dimensional requirements for the vehicle inlet and mating connector. The current revision is SAE J1772_202401. The standard is closely associated with the Type 1 AC connector used across the North American installed base. SAE J1772 and SAE J3400 are separate standards. J3400 standardises the interface commonly known as NACS, while J1772 remains relevant to existing vehicles, EVSE and adapter strategies.

Related terms

Type 1 connector

SAE J3400 / NACS

Combined Charging System
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