Ratio EV, a UK manufacturer of EV charging stations and power distribution systems, has launched its new City range of EV chargers, designed for public charging infrastructure including town centres, residential streets, and public car parks.
The new io7 City and io8 City chargers are intended for use by chargepoint operators, local authorities, and electrical contractors delivering public EV charging projects.
According to Ratio EV, the range has been developed with a focus on accessibility, durability, and connected charging infrastructure.
The chargers feature PAS 1899-compliant accessible sockets and support dual charging of up to 22kW per socket, allowing two vehicles to charge simultaneously.
Public charging design and connectivity
The City range uses an IK10-rated aluminium enclosure with a marine-grade finish designed for use in exposed public environments.
Ratio EV says the io8 City includes an integrated lighting system providing 360-degree illumination around the charging point to improve visibility and wayfinding in public areas.
The io7 City includes a lower-output lighting system designed to limit upward light spill in residential locations.
The chargers support OCPP 1.6J and are compatible with OCPP 2.0.1 standards for integration with charging management platforms.
Connectivity options include Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and 4G, with a 36-month data package included as standard.
The range also supports static and dynamic load management, alongside power sharing across multiple charging units to help manage available grid capacity.
Tom Jennings, General Manager at Ratio EV, says, “Public charging infrastructure needs to do more than deliver power; it needs to be accessible, safe, and easy to use in everyday environments.
“With the City range, we’ve focused on creating a solution that supports both operators and end users while improving the overall experience of charging in public spaces.”
The io7 City and io8 City chargers are available now.
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