If you are handy and want to modify your existing EVSE to function as a power diverter as well as your normal EVSE, then this DIY Kit is for you.  By adding this SolarEVSE Kit to your existing EVSE, you will not only preserve the existing features* of your EVSE, but it will give you all the features found in the SolarAdapter.  If you have the room inside your EVSE, then this SolarEVSE DIY Kit will work in your EVSE.  
 
You will still need a compatible Power Sensor such as the PowerMC from this site to report the extra power.  
 
To see a live demo of this product in action, please go to this page.
 
Please see the Notes section for more information.
 
* Once this Kit is installed, your EVSE will always indicate that the plug is plugged into your car.  If you want to see the actual plug in state, then you will need to use the SolarEVSE Kit's user interface via a web browser.

Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Conversion Kit - EVSE Diverter - SolarEVSE Kit

Name: Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Conversion Kit - EVSE Diverter - SolarEVSE Kit
SKU: DIY-KIT
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

SKU: DIY-KIT

$89.00

$75.65

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This DIY Kit is for someone who is technical enough to use a multimeter as it will require tapping into the input AC power, ground and pilot lines.

Before ordering this Kit, please make sure your EVSE can fit the parts in this Kit by opening up you EVSE to take some measurements. There a two PCBA' s that will need to be inside the EVSE. The first one is the main controller PCBA with the WiFi radio and the second one is the power supply PCBA that provided +5VDC from the input AC line.

Here are the size dimensions of each PCBA.

Main Controller PCBA is 50 mm x 25 mm x 12 mm (LxWxH)

Power Supply PCBA is 54 mm x 35 mm x 24 mm (LxWxH)

The connecting power cable between the two PCBAs is 100mm standard. If you need it to be longer, please specify the length in mm by using "Add a note" in your cart when you order.
Works with all J1772 signaling L1 and L2 EVSEs*

Variable load from 6A to max in increments of 1A

Auto tracking feature requires PowerMC (master controller). Available here at this store

Works "out of the box" with PowerMC - configuration free and no home network or Internet connection needed

Supports MQTT data communication

Auto/Manual/Bypass modes

Extra power indicator

Built-in commands to integrate into home automation software and systems

WiFi STA/AP 2.4GHz with WPS support

Signal strength and connection indicators

Charging status

EVSE health monitor

Basic HTML user interface for compatibility with all browsers

Tracking tolerance configuration

Supports mDNS addressing

Open source firmware

Automatic firmware update via the Internet

-20F to 140F

Outdoor/Indoor use

AC to DC power supply board - input 110 - 240/50-60Hz, output - 5VDC 2W

1 year warranty

* if the parts fits inside
Main Controller Board Assembly - same design as the one used in the SolarAdapter

Power Supply Board Assembly

100mm connecting cable

200mm 2.4Ghz antenna cable

200mm pilot and ground Signal splicing cable

200mm wires for AC power

5 - heat shrink wire connectors with solder (requires heat gun)

Tie-wraps

Reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 stars.

Based on 1 review

1 review

Kevin GeboAug 08, 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars.
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Store Owner•
Aug 30, 2024
Thanks, Kevin. It was a pleasure working with you. Note, Kevin texted us about 3 weeks later to say the following. "The solar adapter has been working flawlessly. Thanks again for getting it to work for my application. Feels great to be charging the car from solar that would have otherwise be wasted!"

Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Conversion Kit - EVSE Diverter - SolarEVSE Kit

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