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Type 2 connector

Also called IEC Type 2 · Mennekes-style connector

Type 2 is the AC EV charging connector configuration widely used in Europe and standardised under IEC 62196-2.

It can support single-phase or three-phase AC charging, depending on the vehicle, EVSE and electrical supply. The current IEC 62196-2:2025 edition covers AC charging accessories up to 480 V AC, with ratings up to 63 A three-phase or 70 A single-phase across the standardised configurations.

Type 2 also forms the upper part of the European CCS Combo 2 vehicle inlet. That lets one vehicle inlet accept a Type 2 connector for AC charging or a Combo 2 connector for DC charging.

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