Chinese national standard car charging pile: GB/T 20234.2
GB/T 20234.2 is a Chinese national standard that specifically pertains to the technical specifications for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. It provides guidelines for the design, construction, installation, and operation of EV charging piles (charging stations) in China. To connect a car to a charging pile that adheres to GB/T 20234.2, you would generally follow these steps:
Ensure compatibility: Check that your car supports the charging standard specified by GB/T 20234.2. Most electric vehicles in China are equipped with connectors that comply with this standard.
Locate a charging pile: Find a charging pile that is compatible with your car and has the GB/T 20234.2 standard. Charging piles meeting this standard are typically available at public charging stations, parking lots, or designated charging facilities.
Position the vehicle: Park your car in close proximity to the charging pile, ensuring that the charging cable can easily reach the charging port on your vehicle without excessive tension or strain.
Open the charging port: Locate the charging port on your electric vehicle and open it. The charging port's location can vary depending on the make and model of your vehicle.
Connect the cable: Take the charging cable attached to the charging pile and insert the connector into the charging port on your vehicle, ensuring a secure fit.
Initiate the charging session: Depending on the charging pile, you may need to activate the charging session by following specific instructions. This can involve using a mobile app, scanning a QR code, or interacting with a touch screen interface on the charging pile.
Monitor the charging session: Once the charging session has begun, you can monitor the progress on the charging pile's display or through a connected mobile app, if available.
End the charging session: When you're finished charging or wish to disconnect, follow the instructions provided by the charging pile to safely end the session. This may involve using the app, entering a PIN, or unplugging the connector from your vehicle.
It's important to note that while the GB/T 20234.2 standard provides guidelines for charging infrastructure, there may be slight variations in the charging process or user interface depending on the specific charging pile manufacturer and the features they offer. Always refer to the instructions provided by the charging pile or consult with the operator if you have any doubts or questions.
