Introduction

This topic provides an introduction to the ChargePoint® Express Plus Power Link 2000.

Express Plus Components

Express Plus is a scalable DC fast charging platform that is based on the modular building blocks outlined below.

Express Plus modular building blocks

  1. Power Module: Self-contained AC to DC power conversion system that operates an output of between 100 and 1000 V and delivers up to 40 kW of power.

  2. Power Block: Power cabinet that houses up to five Power Modules and supplies DC output power to Power Link 2000s. Each Power Block can output up to 200 kW of power.

  3. Power Link 2000: Dispenser that delivers DC power to EVs through flexible, lightweight charging cables equipped with industry standard connectors such as CCS1 and CCS2. The Power Link 2000 can accommodate up to two charging cables to charge two electric vehicles simultaneously or sequentially. Built-in cellular networking enables remote management via the ChargePoint Platform Dashboard.

Express Plus System Overview

Power Block

Power Block block diagram:

Labeled diagram of product, tools or parts.

  1. Three phase AC power input

  2. Configurable with up to five 40 kW Power Modules for a maximum total output of 200 kW

  3. Two available HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current power outputs (A and B)

  4. 48 V DC power output

  5. Ethernet output

The Power Block is an enclosure structured with an upper and lower enclosure, stacked on a pedestal:

Power Block exterior structure

  1. Upper enclosure: Auxiliary power supply and temperature management components

  2. Lower enclosure: Bay for Power Modules and bus bars to land all input and output cables

  3. Pedestal: Secures the Power Block and provides access for either stub-up or surface mount installations on a concrete pad

Power Link 2000

Power Link 2000 block diagram:

Power Link Block Diagram for power paths, input, output, and 48 V DC

  1. Single or dual HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current power paths (A and B)

  2. 48 V DC power input

  3. Ethernet input

  4. Single or dual HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current charging cable outputs (L and R)

  5. 48 V DC power output

  6. Ethernet output

The Power Link 2000 is a vertical enclosure that is available in the following variants:

  • Pedestal-Mount Power Link 2000

    This enclosure is designed for mount on a concrete ground surface and is equipped with charging cable holsters and an interactive display. The enclosure is available with single or dual outputs.

    Pedestal-mount Power Link 2000 physical appearance

  • Wall-Mount Power Link 2000

    This enclosure is designed for mount on a wall or other vertical-standing structure. It is equipped with cable holsters and an interactive display. The enclosure is available with single or dual outputs.

    Wall-mount Power Link 2000 physical appearance

  • Overhead-Mount Power Link 2000

    This enclosure is designed for mount on a wall or overhead structure (such as on a gantry or from a ceiling structure). The enclosure is available with single or dual outputs.

    Overhead-mount Power Link 2000 physical appearance

This guide covers installation of overhead-mount Power Link 2000s. For installation of pedestal-mount Power Link 2000s, see the Express Plus Power Link 2000 Variation A Pedestal-Mount Installation Guide or the Express Plus Power Link 2000 Variation B Pedestal-Mount Installation Guide.

Power Block to Power Link 2000 Architectures

Express Plus is a highly modular system wherein Power Blocks and Power Link 2000s can be interconnected in many configurations to meet various charging needs, from simultaneous charging of two vehicles at up to 600 kW by a single station to sequential charging of up to 12 vehicles.

The DC output of the Power Block is the DC input of the Power Link 2000. Each Power Block has two HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current outputs that can be fed to a single Power Link 2000 or to two different Power Link 2000s. A simplified block diagram of a single Power Block connected to two Power Link 2000s is shown below. The Power Block also feeds 48 V DC power and Ethernet connectivity to the Power Link 2000s.

Block diagram of a single Power Block connected to two Power Link 2000s

In turn, the Power Link 2000 accepts high voltage DC input from up to six Power Blocks. A simplified block diagram of a Power Link 2000 powered by two Power Blocks is shown below.

Block diagram of a Power Link 2000 powered by two Power Blocks

The high voltage DC output, Ethernet, and 48 V DC power output from Power Block(s) can be connected from Power Link 2000 to Power Link 2000, enabling higher port counts in specific sequential charging configurations.

Block showing high voltage DC output from Power Block(s) interconnected from Power Link 2000 to Power Link 2000

The architectures shown above demonstrate only a few of the many supported by Express Plus. The actual architecture for each site will vary depending on the number of stations, the charging capacity required at each charging station, simultaneous or sequential charging requirements, and other criteria. Contact a ChargePoint representative for the ChargePoint‑approved wiring architecture for your specific project. Non-approved wiring between Power Blocks and Power Link 2000s may not enable Express Plus to function as expected.

For full specifications and certifications, refer to the Express Plus With Power Link 2000 Datasheet.

Wall and Overhead-Mount Power Link 2000 Configurations

The wall- and overhead-mount Power Link 2000 supports multiple configurations to meet diverse installation requirements, as described in this section.

Charging Cables

Wall and overhead-mount Power Link 2000s can be installed with one or two non-liquid cooled cables (non-LCCClosed Liquid Cooled Cable). They do not support liquid-cooled cables (LCCClosed Liquid Cooled Cable).

Single Non-LCCClosed Liquid Cooled Cable Dual Non-LCCClosed Liquid Cooled Cable

Wall or overhead Power Link 2000 single or dual non-LCC illustrations

Cable Management Kit (CMK)

Wire Entry

The wires enter into wall and overhead-mount Power Link 2000 from the bottom side, through conduits or armored cables laid above ground.