3. Charging from AC power grid

3.5. Charging via traction converter


  • The traction power converter (of power usually > 100 kW) can be used for charging, instead of the on-board charger.
  • Renault ZOE, C-Zero (patented as Renault Chameleon system)
  • 3x 400 V, 63 A, up to 43 kW, charging speed approx. 25 min / 100 km






US Patent No. US 2012/0286740 A1, Nov. 15, 2012