The evec EDW01 is a dual-socket 7.4kW wall-mounted commercial EV charger for shared bays where floor space is limited but controlled charging is still needed.

Built for apartment parking, multi-storey car parks, hotel car parks and other shared locations, this model solves a specific problem. Many sites need more than one socket, but do not want the disruption, cost or bay loss that comes with digging for pedestals. EDW01 keeps two sockets on one wall-mounted body, so a site can add charging where a wall already exists and leave the ground largely untouched. PAS 1899 alignment, app and RFID control, dynamic load balancing, OCPP 1.6J support and built-in connectivity mean it is not just a basic dual outlet. It is a structured commercial charger for sites that need shared access, payment options and better control over how power is used across a live car park.

• Charging format: dual Type 2 socket wall charger
• Power platform: 7.4kW model on single-phase supply
• Connectivity: 4G, Wi-Fi and Ethernet
• Control: evec app, RFID, plug and play and OCPP 1.6J
• Protection: PEN protection, AC 30mA and DC 6mA leakage protection
• Build: IP55 weather protection, IK10 impact rating, LCD screen and LED light strip
• Best suited to: apartment, workplace and shared parking bays using an existing wall

Dual 7.4kW wall charging for shared bays

EDW01 is built around the idea that not every site has room, budget or appetite for a pedestal row. A wall-mounted charger with two sockets lets a specifier serve two bays from one unit, which can be a strong fit for apartment parking decks, side-wall hotel bays, staff parking compounds and service yards. The commercial value here is density. More charging points can be added without immediately giving over more floor area to bases, bollards and concrete works. That matters on narrow circulation routes and in multi-storey environments where every bay is valuable. For buyers comparing options in commercial EV chargers, this is the model to consider when wall space is available but the ground layout is tight.

PAS 1899 socket heights for easier access

Accessibility is one of the main reasons EDW01 stands out against simpler commercial AC chargers. evec states that the charger is designed in accordance with PAS 1899 when installed at the specified height, which matters for sites that need a clearer route to inclusive bay design rather than just electrical compliance. The dual socket positions, 4.3-inch LCD screen and integrated light strip all contribute to that user experience. In practical terms, it is easier for drivers to find the sockets, follow on-screen prompts and understand charger status in lower-light car parks. For property managers and developers, accessible charging is often easier to plan at product-selection stage than to fix later with awkward retrofits.

4G, Wi-Fi, Ethernet and OCPP control

Commercial charging rarely stops at plug-in hardware. EDW01 supports 4G, Wi-Fi and Ethernet communications, plus OCPP 1.6J, which gives the site a route into backend-led control and monetisation rather than leaving the charger as a standalone device. evec also highlights plug and play, app control, RFID access and compatibility with pay-to-charge setups through backend partners such as Monta. That mix is useful because commercial sites do not all operate the same way. One building may want free resident charging, another may need RFID-only staff access, while another may want paid visitor sessions. A charger that can move between those models is easier to live with over time than one fixed operating mode from day one.

Dynamic load balancing for shared supplies

Dual sockets bring obvious convenience, but they also increase the importance of power management. EDW01 supports dynamic load balancing, which helps a site make better use of the incoming supply without designing every scenario around maximum simultaneous demand. That matters in older buildings, apartment supplies and mixed-use sites where EV charging is only one part of a wider electrical picture. evec’s own wall-charger datasheet also notes that its dynamic load balancing kit is available across the AC range, and that chargers in the same DLB setup should be the same model. In practical terms, that makes EDW01 easier to scale in matched groups where the site wants controlled, repeatable wall-mounted expansion instead of one-off additions.

PEN protection, RCD and IK10 housing

Protection features are a core part of the buying decision because commercial chargers have to cope with exposure, repeat use and less predictable driver behaviour. EDW01 includes PEN protection, AC 30mA and DC 6mA leakage protection, over-current protection and CE/UKCA certification to EN IEC 61851 and EN 62196. The housing is a galvanised sheet powder-coated metal enclosure with IP55 weather protection and IK10 impact resistance. That combination matters in the real world. A charger on an open parking level or an exposed external wall needs to handle weather, knocks and repeated use without becoming delicate site furniture. For buyers planning the wider scheme, these electrical and mechanical protections are just as important as the socket count.

Wall mounting without pedestal groundworks

Wall-mounting is the practical reason many projects choose EDW01. The datasheet lists wall brackets as included, with product dimensions of 580 x 390 x 130mm. That gives contractors and designers a clearer picture of how the charger can fit beside parking bays, service corridors or structural walls where a pedestal would add cost and disruption. It also keeps the charging point closer to the fabric of the building, which can simplify cable routing compared with digging out island positions in a finished car park. Buyers already considering EV charger installation usually find this format attractive where the structure already gives them a usable wall face next to the parking spaces they want to electrify.

RFID, pay-to-charge and site control

Shared charging only works well when access control is thought through from the start. EDW01 includes RFID as standard and is described by evec as compatible with plug and charge, smartphone-led payment journeys and optional payment hardware such as Payter or vecPAY. That gives building owners a practical route into managed access and revenue collection without replacing the charger later. A hotel may want paid guest charging, an apartment site may want resident-only access, and a mixed-use property may need one model during weekdays and another at weekends. The charger’s control options support those kinds of site rules. That is a stronger commercial story than simply installing a pair of sockets and hoping user behaviour stays orderly.

Choosing EDW01, EDW02 and pedestals

EDW01 is the right fit when the site has a usable wall, needs dual sockets and operates on a single-phase 7.4kW platform. Buyers should move to EDW02 when the location has three-phase supply and the use pattern demands 22kW charging. A pedestal version makes more sense when the bay layout does not give you a sensible wall position, or when the charger needs to sit out in the centre of a parking area rather than around its edge. In simple terms, EDW01 is about shared charging density from an existing wall, not maximum headline power. It is a strong option for controlled multi-user sites that want commercial features without committing to freestanding infrastructure from the start.

Common EDW01 questions from specifiers

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