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Schneider EVlink home charger installation in New Zealand
Schneider's EVlink Home is sold through NZ electrical wholesalers and familiar to electricians. Here's the range, specs, and what installing one involves.
Schneider Electric is a global electrical-infrastructure company, and its EVlink range is its home EV-charging line. Its NZ advantage is distribution and familiarity: Schneider (and its PDL brand) switchgear is standard in New Zealand switchboards, so electricians already know and stock the brand (se.com/nz, pdl.co.nz, verified June 2026). This guide covers the EVlink home range and what installing one involves.
Schneider EVlink models in New Zealand
- EVlink Home is the entry residential wallbox: 7.4kW single-phase or 11kW three-phase, Type 2, socketed or tethered. The base unit is standalone (no app/OCPP).
- EVlink Wallbox is an older 7.4kW Type 2 home unit still listed in NZ.
- EVlink Pro AC is a light-commercial/premium AC unit (7.4–22kW) with smart, metered, OCPP connectivity, which is more than a typical home needs.
- Schneider Charge is the newer connected (Wi-Fi/app) residential wallbox in the range.
Schneider EVlink Home specs at a glance
| Spec | EVlink Home |
|---|---|
| Max power | 7.4 kW single-phase / 11 kW three-phase |
| Connector | Type 2, socketed or tethered (5 m) |
| Connectivity | Base unit is standalone (no app/OCPP); connected features sit in Pro AC / Schneider Charge |
| Load management | Integrated dynamic / peak load management |
| Safety | Built-in RDC-DD (6 mA DC fault detection) |
| IP rating | IP54 |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Specs from Schneider NZ product pages and distributor listings (se.com/nz, Ideal/NZI), verified June 2026. Note the range is transitioning to a newer connected series, so confirm the current SKU with PDL or a wholesaler.
What a Schneider EVlink costs
Schneider sells through the trade, so unit pricing is usually behind a wholesaler login rather than a public price. Ask a wholesaler or your installer for the figure. As an indicative cross-market reference only, comparable 7.4kW units sit roughly in the NZ$1,300–1,800 unit-only range (not an NZ-sourced quote). The install on top follows the usual drivers in the EV charger installation cost guide.
Where Schneider EVlink fits
EVlink suits buyers who value electrician familiarity and easy sourcing. Because Schneider/PDL gear is already in most NZ switchboards, many electricians are comfortable specifying and wiring it, and the built-in 6mA DC fault detection means a standard Type A RCD suffices. The one thing to get right up front is the connectivity tier: the base EVlink Home is standalone (no app), so if you want app scheduling and remote control, ask specifically for the Pro AC or Schneider Charge connected model.
The install basics (the same for any charger)
A home charger is fixed electrical work: a Registered Electrician installs it on a dedicated, RCD/RCBO-protected circuit and issues a Certificate of Compliance on completion, and you don’t need a brand-certified specialist. Most NZ homes are single-phase, where around 7kW is the norm. A straightforward install typically lands in the $1,500–$2,500 all-in range; the full cost guide explains what pushes it higher, usually a long cable run or a switchboard upgrade.
Frequently asked questions
Does the basic EVlink Home have an app and Wi-Fi?
Not necessarily. The base EVlink Home is a standalone, non-connected unit: it charges on a schedule set locally but doesn't have app control or OCPP. If you want Wi-Fi, app scheduling and remote features, look at the EVlink Pro AC or Schneider's newer connected residential wallbox. Your installer can point you to the connected SKU.
Should I get the 7.4kW single-phase or 11kW three-phase EVlink Home?
Most NZ homes are single-phase, so the 7.4kW version suits the majority. The 11kW three-phase EVlink Home only makes sense if your home actually has three-phase supply and your car can use the extra power. Your Registered Electrician will confirm your supply when assessing the switchboard.
Is the EVlink Home tethered or socketed?
Both are available: a socketed version (you supply your own Type 2 cable) and a tethered version with a fixed 5m cable. The tethered option is more convenient day to day; the socketed option keeps the cable tidy and replaceable. Decide before ordering, as it changes the SKU.
How much does a Schneider EVlink cost in NZ?
Schneider sells through electrical wholesalers, who typically gate pricing behind a trade login, so there's no open NZ retail figure: ask a wholesaler or your installer for the unit price. As an indicative cross-market reference only, comparable units sit roughly in the NZ$1,300–1,800 unit-only range. The install on top still lands in the usual $1,500–$2,500 all-in band.