Extension cord for 40A Mobile Charging Cable Kit

[westhouse1983]

I have purchased the Lucid 40A Mobile Charging Cable Kit but will need to use it with an extension cord. I would be grateful for any advice on a suitable extension cord which can cope with the ampage. Thank you

 

[TakeDuo]

I have purchased the Lucid 40A Mobile Charging Cable Kit but will need to use it with an extension cord. I would be grateful for any advice on a suitable extension cord which can cope with the ampage. Thank you

I have used this one for 18 months or so. It has been solid.

https://a.co/d/gPXRBcG

 

[westhouse1983]

TakeDuo, thank you. Unfortunately the unit is unavailable but there recommended alternatives.

 

[hourglass]

TakeDuo, thank you. Unfortunately the unit is unavailable but there recommended alternatives.

you should be okay with Lectron or A2Z. Don't go with no name brands

J1772 Extension Cord - 48A - 16ft/5m - 12 Months Warranty - A2Z EV

You can now add a 5 meters length to a level 1 & level 2 J1772 charger. Whether you are camping, hauling a trailer or having guests home, the J1772 extension cord comes handy and very helpful. The J1772 extension cord comes standard with a 16ft/5m and 48A.

a2zevshop.com

 

[westhouse1983]

Houreglass, thank you.

 

[kort6776]

I have this and I am willing to sell it, however shipping is an issue

Amazon.com

 

[TakeDuo]

I have this and I am willing to sell it, however shipping is an issue

Amazon.com

This is not compatible with the Lucid Home charger.

 

[CWedge411]

This is not compatible with the Lucid Home charger.

Op said he has a mobile charger, so it would work, just on the other end.

 

[TakeDuo]

Op said he has a mobile charger, so it would work, just on the other end.

Ahh yes I see that now. Classic case of tunnel vision here - I was unplugging my car from the LCHCS and was blinded by that thought.

Not an elegant solution for long term use on the opposite NEMA side but I suppose it would work.

To the OP an Important note… I am not an electrician and this is not advice on what is up to code for your area!

 

[DeaneG]

It's likely less dangerous to use a J1772 extension cord, and more dangerous to use a 240V extension cord, as the 240V cord would be lying on the ground and not protected by a GFCI. It would be extremely dangerous if the floor were to get wet. The J1772 extension cord would be protected by the GFCI circuitry within the mobile charger.

But neither is a good idea. If you are planning to keep an EV for a long period of time, it's best to hardwire a charging station closer to the correct location. Second best, move your 14-50 receptacle closer to the correct location and be sure to use an industrial-grade receptacle.

 

[kort6776]

This is not compatible with the Lucid Home charger.

you should consider removing this incorrect post

 

[borski]

you should consider removing this incorrect post

He’s not wrong. The “Lucid Home charger” he references is the LCHCS, which is the Lucid Connected Home Charging Station.

The one you’re referring to (and as later clarified in the thread) is the “40A Mobile Charging Connector” which is meant for “on the road” use, but which some people use at home.

 

[boxerbay]

I had my electrician install a plug near my garage door I can plug it in and run cable under garage door. Safer.