11kW OCPP EV Charger: Home + Commercial Charging

An 11kW OCPP EV charger combines three-phase AC charging with the ability to communicate with a charging-management backend.

That is useful when the charger needs to do more than simply provide electricity.

Examples include:

offices;

hotels;

apartment buildings;

paid parking;

small commercial charging sites.

What Is OCPP?

OCPP stands for Open Charge Point Protocol.

It enables communication between compatible EV charging equipment and a charging-management system.

Depending on the implementation, this can support functions such as:

session monitoring;

user authentication;

energy records;

remote management;

commercial charging workflows.

OCPP is therefore different from the Type 2 connector.

Type 2 connects charger to car.

OCPP connects charger to backend software.

Why 11kW?

An 11kW AC charger generally uses three-phase electricity and can provide more AC charging power than a typical 7–7.5kW single-phase charger.

The vehicle must support the available AC power to gain the full speed benefit.

What About RFID?

RFID can be used to identify or authorise users.

For example, an office may issue cards to employees or a hotel may control who can begin a session.

When combined with a CMS, charging activity can be recorded against authorised users depending on the configured system.

Zevpoint Duos 11

Duos 11 provides up to 11kW, uses a Type 2 connector and operates from 400V three-phase input. Zevpoint positions it as an OCPP-enabled charger with a Home–Commercial toggle. Zevpoint

That creates an unusual use case:

the charger can serve as a private charger in one context while also supporting connected commercial operation where required.

Who Actually Needs OCPP?

For a single private home charger, you may not need a commercial backend.

OCPP becomes much more relevant when you need:

multiple users;

usage records;

remote operation;

commercial management;

integration with a charging network.

Frequently asked questions

What is an 11kW OCPP EV charger?

An 11kW OCPP EV charger is an AC charger that uses three-phase electricity to provide up to 11kW of power and can communicate with a charging-management backend system using the Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP).

What is OCPP and how is it different from a Type 2 connector?

OCPP (Open Charge Point Protocol) enables communication between an EV charger and a charging-management system, supporting functions like session monitoring and remote management. A Type 2 connector, on the other hand, is the physical plug that connects the charger to the electric vehicle.

Why would I need an 11kW charger instead of a lower power one?

An 11kW AC charger uses three-phase electricity and can provide more charging power than typical 7-7.5kW single-phase chargers. This allows for faster AC charging, provided the electric vehicle also supports the higher power input.

Where are 11kW OCPP EV chargers typically used?

These chargers are useful in locations that require more than just basic electricity provision, such as offices, hotels, apartment buildings, paid parking facilities, and small commercial charging sites, due to their ability to connect to a management backend.

Can RFID be used with an OCPP charger?

Yes, RFID can be used with an OCPP charger for user identification or authorisation. This allows for controlling who can start a charging session and recording charging activity against authorised users when combined with a Charging Management System (CMS).

Does a private home EV charger need OCPP?

For a single private home charger, a commercial backend via OCPP may not be necessary. OCPP becomes more relevant when you have multiple users, need usage records, remote operation, commercial management, or integration with a charging network.

What is the Zevpoint Duos 11 charger?

The Zevpoint Duos 11 is an OCPP-enabled charger that provides up to 11kW using a Type 2 connector and operates from a 400V three-phase input. It features a Home–Commercial toggle, allowing it to function as a private charger or support connected commercial operations.