Electrical Design

Conduit and wire size are determined based on current. Service wiring in conduit or armored cable must be run as required to comply with local electrical codes. Consult national and local codes or a project engineer to determine the grade, quality, and size of the conduit or cable.

The Power Link 2000 in the Pantograph Down 2000 system can be configured to 200, 250, 350, 400, and 500 A. The corresponding rating label is applied on-site.

All wiring and conduit is supplied by the contractor unless otherwise indicated.

Power Block Electrical Supply Requirements

Charging stations are considered continuous load devices (EVs draw maximum load for long durations). Therefore, electrical branch circuits to EVClosed Electric Vehicle chargers must be sized at 125% of the load on each leg of a 3‑phase panel for North American installations, in accordance with National Electric Code requirements. For other regions, refer to local code.

When planning multiple EVClosed Electric Vehicle charging stations, it is best practice to segment non-continuous and continuous loads, with all branch circuits for EVClosed Electric Vehicle charging on a dedicated electrical panel assembly with adequate circuit breakers. When sizing new electrical panels dedicated for EVClosed Electric Vehicle charging, all branch circuits must support continuous load.

Each Power Block requires its own circuit breaker as follows:

AC Circuit Breaker Size

Region

Nominal Voltage

Max. AC Input Current

Continuous Load (125%)

Breaker Size

Europe

400 V

315 A

394 A

400 A

North America

480 V

260 A

325 A

350 A and 400 A
The Power Block has a short circuit current rating of 65 kA.

The Power Link 2000 charging station is tested to IEC 61000-4-5, Level 5 (6 kV @ 3000 A) standards.

AC Disconnect Switch (optional)

ChargePoint recommends installing a local AC disconnect switch, separate from the shunt trip wiring, between each Power Block and the electrical panel. This is especially important if the main electrical panel or utility room is distant, out of line of sight, or has restricted access. For North America installations, refer to disconnect switch requirements per NECClosed National Electric Code Article 625, “Electric Vehicle Charging and Supply Equipment Systems”.

Transformer Configuration

Refer to the following table for the transformer configuration.

Transformer Configuration
  North America Europe

Input rating

480 V AC, 3-phase, 260 A, 60 Hz

400 V AC, 3-phase, 310 A, 50 Hz

Electrical service configuration

277/480 V AC 3-phase grounded WYE (Y) configuration

230/400 V AC, 3-phase grounded WYE (Y) configuration

Product connection

Power Block must be connected to L1, L2, and L3 (neutral not required)
Delta (floating or grounded) is not supported.

Neutral-to-ground bonding is required at the Main Distribution Panel (MDP) supplying the charging station.

This requirement is applicable to installations carried out within the province of Québec, Canada. Whether using a step-up or step-down autotransformer, refer to the 'Hydro-Québec bulletin - Choosing the right one 600/480 V transformer', that is publicly available, for specific guidance.

Shunt Trip Wiring (optional)

The Power Block provides a set of unpowered (dry) contacts to connect to an optional shunt trip device. These contacts are rated to 240 V AC and 6 Amps.

Wiring sections to and from the Power Block are deactivated when unsafe conditions are detected, such as unintended cover panel removal. A breaker reset is required any time the shunt trip is activated.

If installed, each Power Block must be wired to the shunt trip unit of its own upstream circuit breaker. Upstream AC power must be shut off at the panel to remove shock risk inside the Power Block. All shunt trip behavior is already hard-coded into the Power Block and has no programmable variables.

Emergency stop devices are governed by local and regional codes and may be required in some sites. If one is required by code or by the site, confirm specifications with your ChargePoint representative.

Shunt Trip Wiring Diagram

  1. Electrical panel

  2. Power Block

  3. Control voltage supply, maximum 240 V AC

  4. Shunt trip circuit breaker

  5. Shunt trip coil

  6. Auxiliary contacts (closed when main contacts are closed)

  7. 3-phase AC main

  8. Power Block shunt trip contacts, Normally Open (inside the auxiliary power supply, accessible on field wiring terminal block)

  9. 3-phase Power Block AC input

PD Controller Electrical Supply Requirements

The PD Controller AC power input can range from single-phase 60 Hz 120 V AC to 277 V AC. See the peak current ratings below for the different supply voltages.

  • 120 V AC, 60 Hz, 4 A

  • 208-277 V AC, 60 Hz, 2 A

Ensure upstream wiring and protection circuitry is suitable and code-compliant.

Grounding Requirements

  • The Power Link 2000 must be connected to a grounded, metal, permanent wiring system.

    • A service ground conductor must be run with circuit conductors and connected to an equipment-grounding terminal on the Power Block.

    The leakage current from Power Block to protective earth conductor can reach up to 200 mA.

  • Ensure a grounding conductor that complies with local codes is properly grounded to earth at the service equipment or, when supplied by a separate system, at the supply transformer.

  • The Power Block must be connected to a grounded, metal, permanent wiring system. An equipment-grounding conductor must be run with circuit conductors and connected to an equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the Power Link 2000.

  • All charging components must be bonded to one another in sequence: either Power Block to Power Link 2000, or Power Block to Power Hub (if used) to Power Link 2000.

  • Some regions also require a grounding rod to be installed adjacent to each component. Check local code to ensure compliance.

  • All charging components must be ground bonded to one another, as follows:

    • For an installation without Power Hub:

      • Power Block to Power Link 2000 (or Power Link 2000 to Power Link 2000)

      • Power Link 2000 to pantograph PE rail

      • Power Link 2000 to pantograph frame

    • For an installation with Power Hub:

      • Power Block to Power Hub

      • Power Hub to Power Link 2000

      • Power Link 2000 to pantograph PE rail

      • Power Link 2000 to pantograph frame

    If Power Link 2000 shall be installed within a conductive enclosure, see additional grounding requirements in Appendix: Enclosed Power Link 2000 Considerations.

Power Link 2000 Site Considerations

Power Link 2000 Soft Shutdown

The soft shutdown function is an optional feature that can be installed as a way to stop a charge session on that Power Link 2000. It is not meant to safely service the Power Link 2000 or take the place of a HVClosed High Voltage disconnect switch.

To use this feature, the installer must select and mount a physical soft shutdown switch (one per Power Link 2000) with the following specifications:

When creating the site drawings, consider where any soft shutdown switches should be positioned. If applicable, consider disability and accessibility regulations for your region when choosing switch locations.

Soft shutdown switch requires a dedicated conduit. For more information, refer to Power Link 2000 Wiring Specifications.

To wire the soft shutdown switch to the Power Link 2000:

  1. Run the wiring in a dedicated LVClosed Low Voltage conduit into the Power Link 2000.

  2. Route the wire away from other conductors carrying large currents.

  3. Twist the two wires together, using a minimum of five twists per foot.

  4. Connect the two terminals of the switch to the terminal block inside the Power Link 2000 labeled “Soft_Shutdown”, next to the 48 VDC terminals (described in the Pantograph Down 2000 Installation Guide). The terminals do not have fixed polarity.

When the switch is closed, the Power Link 2000 software ends the current charging session with a normal stop, then opens DC contactors in the Power Link 2000. The station stays in this state regardless of station power, not allowing operation. Only a service technician can place the Power Link 2000 back into service after the switch is reset to Open.

The HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current wires from the Power Block could still be energized with the switch closed.

Smart Antenna

The Power Link 2000 is equipped with an internal cellular modem for connectivity with ChargePoint, as described in Connectivity. Additionally, each Power Link 2000 can be equipped with a Smart Antenna for increased strength of connection to the cellular network.

The Smart Antenna is ordered separately as needed and is field-installed within the Power Link 2000.

Sequential Charging Kit

Dual output Power Link 2000s may be configured for sequential charging by field installing a Sequential Charging Kit. This kit allows Power Link 2000 to take a single power input and feed the power to either output in a sequential manner. The Sequential Charging Kit is ordered separately and is field installed.

Ethernet to USB Kit

The Ethernet to USBClosed Universal Serial Bus Kit is an option that can be installed within a single Power Link 2000 within a connected Pantograph Down 2000 cluster. It allows Power Link 2000 to have a hardwired Ethernet connection with an external network server. The installation requires a conduit for the Ethernet cable, which must be run from the customer server or network equipment directly to the Power Link 2000. Only one Ethernet to USBClosed Universal Serial Bus Kit is required per Pantograph Down 2000 cluster. This kit is ordered separately and is field installed.

Wiring Requirements

For full product specifications, refer to the Express Plus Pantograph Down 2000 Datasheet. Ensure the installation location is equipped with service wiring that supports the Express Plus Pantograph Down 2000 site’s power requirements.

All AC and DC high voltage wires must undergo insulation testing as outlined in the High Voltage Wire Insulation Resistance Test Field Guide.

Notes For All Regions

Wire run lengths

  • The maximum total HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current wire run length from any Power Block to any connected pantograph must not exceed 200 m (656 ft). Refer to the cluster configuration provided by ChargePoint for interconnect details.

  • The maximum wire run length between a Power Link 2000 and each connected pantograph is 30 m (98 ft).

  • The maximum wire run length between a PD Controller and connected pantograph is 5 m (16.4 ft).

  • For LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current wire and Ethernet runs between nodes (Power Block and Power Link 2000):

    • If Power Link 2000s are connected in a chain (daisy-chained), the maximum total wire run length from the Power Block to the furthest Power Link 2000 is 160 m (525 ft). Contact ChargePoint for options if greater lengths are needed.

    • If Power Link 2000 are not daisy-chained, the 48 V and Ethernet wire run length between Power Block and Power Link 2000 can be up to 200 m (656 ft).

  • The maximum wire run length between a Power Link 2000 and an external network connection is 200 m (656 ft).

Ethernet requirements

  • For Ethernet communications between any two nodes (Power Link 2000 or Power Block) or to an external network connection:

    • Distances up to 100 m (328 ft) must use outdoor-rated Cat6 Shielded Twisted Pair (STPClosed Shielded Twisted Pair) cable. Lesser grades of cable do not provide the required noise immunity.

    • Distances between 100 m (328 ft) and 200 m (656 ft) must use Paige OSP Shielded GameChanger cable. See paigedatacom.com/gamechanger.

  • An Ethernet cable connecting a Power Block to another Power Block must have the shield terminated at only one end; either end can be terminated.

  • An Ethernet cable connecting a Power Block and a Power Link 2000 must have the shield terminated at the Power Block end.

  • An Ethernet cable connecting two Power Link 2000s must have the shield terminated at the end nearer to the Power Block.

  • An Ethernet cable connecting a Power Link 2000 and a PD Controller must have the shield terminated at the Power Link 2000 end.

  • An Ethernet cable connecting a Power Link 2000 to a network server must have the shield terminated at the network server end.

Power Block Wiring Specifications

The Power Block takes AC input from the site and provides DC and Ethernet output to Power Link 2000(s). Use one AC input feed per Power Block.

Power Block standard wire entry

In regions that use conduits, wire conduits enter the Power Block through a Concrete Mounting Template (CMT) via conduit stub-ups. In regions that do not use conduits and/or use armored cables, the cables may be laid per the conduit layout defined by the CMT.

If using conduits:

  • Conduits must be sealed to maintain a Pollution Degree 2 environment.

  • Conduits must not have bell ends. Conduits with bell ends may interfere with tolerances inside the Power Block.

  • Conduits must stub-up 559–914 mm (22–36 in) above the concrete pad surface.

The following table provides the maximum size and quantity of conduits that can be installed on Power Block configured for standard wire entry. The actual conduit size and quantity must be chosen based on site specific wiring requirements. The outer diameter of the conduits must not exceed the maximum trade size specifications listed below.

The following table provides the maximum size and quantity of conduits that can be installed on Power Block:

Power Block Stub-up Conduit Specifications

Conduits For

Conduit Quantity x Trade Size

North America

Europe

HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current output wires

2 x 4 inch max.

2 x 110 mm max.

AC input wires

1 x 4 inch max.

1 x 110 mm max.

LVClosed Low Voltage DC, shunt trip, and Ethernet output wires

4 x 1 inch max.

4 x 25 mm max.

Power Block surface wire entry

If Power Block wires or cables are run above ground:

  • They must be housed in wireways that conform to national and local codes.

  • Use flexible wires.

  • Use liquid-tight flexible conduit. Conduit must have an inside bend radius of 279 mm (11 in) or less.

  • Use suitable conduit fittings to secure and seal the conduits and/or conduit bodies. Conduits must be sealed to maintain a Pollution Degree 2 environment.

  • Wires must enter the Power Block via the Power Block Surface Conduit Entry (SCE) Kit.

The following table provides the maximum size and quantity of conduits that can be installed on Power Block configured for surface wire entry via the Power Block SCEClosed Surface Conduit Entry Kit. The actual conduit size and quantity must be chosen based on site specific wiring requirements.
Power Block SCEClosed Surface Conduit Entry Conduit Specifications
Conduits For Conduit Quantity x Trade Size

North America

Europe

AC input wires

1 x 4 inch max.

1 x 110 mm max.

HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current output wires

2 x 4 inch max.

2 x 110 mm max.

LVClosed Low Voltage DC, shunt trip, and Ethernet output wires

4 x 1 inch max.

4 x 25 mm max.

Power Block wire landing

Power Block Wire Entry and Landing

  1. AC input

  2. Ground input

  3. HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current output

  4. Ground output

  5. LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current output

  6. Ethernet output

Consider the height of bus bars above the concrete pad when determining required wire lengths.

Power Block bus bar height

Power Block input wire quantity, size, and termination

Following are wire specifications for the Power Block, including the maximum quantity and size that the wire terminals can accommodate. All sizing assumes a maximum ambient temperature of 50 °C (122 °F). Where the maximum wire size is listed, the actual wire quantity and size must be chosen based on site-specific wiring requirements and in accordance with the maximum allowed conduit filling rate per local code.
Power Block Input Wire Specifications

Input Wire

Quantity

Size

Termination

AC

Max. 12 wires

(four per pole)

Max. 400 mm2

(750 MCM)

Lug: Long barrel and tongue with two holes spaced 44.5 mm (1.75 in) apart and sized for M12 (0.5 in) studs.

Max. tongue width: 47.5 mm (1.88 in).

Ground

1 wire

Refer to local code for size

Lug: Short barrel and tongue with single hole sized for M12 (0.5 in) stud.

Power Block output wire quantity, size, and termination

Following are wire specifications for the Power Block, including the maximum quantity and size that the wire terminals can accommodate. All sizing assumes a maximum ambient temperature of 50 °C (122 °F). Where the maximum wire size is listed, the actual wire quantity and size must be chosen based on site-specific wiring requirements and in accordance with the maximum allowed conduit filling rate per local code.

Power Block Output Wire Specifications

Output Wire

Quantity

Size

Termination

HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current

A and B*

Max. 12 wires

(six per output, three per pole)

See Power Link 2000 input wire specifications

Lug: Long barrel and tongue with two holes spaced 44.5 mm (1.75 in) apart and sized for M12 (0.5 in) studs.

Max. tongue width: 49 mm (1.93 in).

Ground

Ground

(to Power Link 2000)

Max. 2 wires

(one per Power Link 2000)

See Power Link 2000 input wire specifications

Lug: Short barrel and tongue with single hole sized for M12 (0.5 in) stud.

LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current

See Power Link 2000 input wire specifications

Stripped wire end

Ethernet

See Power Link 2000 input wire specifications

RJ45 connector, shielded
* Power Block has two DC outputs (A and B). Each DC output can accept maximum of six HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current wires (three per pole).

Power Link 2000 Wiring Specifications

The Power Block DC (HVClosed High Voltage and LVClosed Low Voltage) and Ethernet outputs are the inputs for the Power Link 2000. The Power Link 2000 provides HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current output to pantograph(s) and provides LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current and Ethernet output to PD Controller(s). In some Express Plus architectures, Power Link 2000 also provides DC (HVClosed High Voltage and LVClosed Low Voltage) and/or Ethernet output to another Power Link 2000.

Overhead-mount Power Link 2000 wire entry

Overhead-mount Power Link 2000 wires and cables are surface run and enter through the Power Link 2000 bottom gland plate by conduit or as armored cable.

Ensure the following for surface run wiring to the overhead-mount Power Link 2000:

  • All wires must be housed in wireways that conform to national and local codes.

  • Use flexible wires.

  • Use suitable fittings to secure and seal conduits or amored cables to the enclosure. Conduits must be sealed must maintain a Pollution Degree 2 environment.

The overhead-mount Power Link 2000 ships with 3 inch (78 mm) conduit knockouts on the bottom gland plate, marked below as (a), for exit of HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current output wires connecting to pantographs. All remaining wires enter the enclosure through the center area of the bottom gland plate.

Wire entries and exits (b), (c), and (d) depicted below are for sample illustration purposes only. These holes are punched out in the field, and actual quantity and size of holes must be chosen based on site specific requirements. Each HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current input wire hole must be punched out on the gland plate at a location that aligns wire entry with their intended power path landings. See Overhead-mount Power Link 2000 input wire landing.

Labeled diagram of product, tools or parts.

  1. HVClosed High Voltage DC output wire (to pantographs) exit with knockout cover

  2. HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current (from Power Blocks or connecting to another Power Link 2000) wire entry/exit

  3. LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current and Ethernet (from Power Blocks or connecting to another Power Link 2000) wire entry/exit

  4. LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current, Ethernet, and chassis ground (to PD Controllers) wire exit

The following table provides the maximum size and quantity of conduits that can be installed on the overhead-mount Power Link 2000. The actual conduit size and quantity must be chosen based on site specific wiring requirements.
Overhead Mount Power Link 2000 Conduit Specifications
Conduits For Conduit Quantity x Trade Size
North America Europe

HVClosed High Voltage DC output wires

(to pantographs)

2 x 3 inch

NOTE: 3 inch size conduit is required. The quantity of conduit will depend on the configuration.

2 x 78 mm

NOTE: 78 mm size conduit is required. The quantity of conduit will depend on the configuration.

HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current wires

(from Power Blocks or connecting to another Power Link 2000)

2 x 4 inch max.

or

4 x 3 inch max.

2 x 103 mm max.

or

4 x 78 mm max.

LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current wires and Ethernet cables

(from Power Blocks or connecting to another Power Link 2000)

2 x 1 inch

NOTE: 1 inch size conduit is required. The quantity of conduit will depend on the configuration.

2 x 27 mm

NOTE: 27 mm size conduit is required. The quantity of conduit will depend on the configuration.

LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current wires, Ethernet cables, and chassis ground

(to PD Controllers)

2 x 3/4 inch

NOTE: 3/4 inch size conduit is required. The quantity of conduit will depend on the configuration.

2 x 21 mm

NOTE: 17 mm size conduit is required. The quantity of conduit will depend on the configuration.

Optional features

(Ethernet to USBClosed Universal Serial Bus or soft shutdown switch)

2 x 3/4 inch max.

2 x 21 mm max.

Overhead-mount Power Link 2000 input wire landing

Depending on configuration, the overhead-mount Pantograph Down 2000 has one or two HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current input power paths, named A and B. Each power path has two wire landings, an upper landing and a lower landing. Pantograph Down 2000s with a single charging cable are configured with Power Path B landings only.

Labeled diagram of product, tools or parts.

(a1) HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current input A, upper landing

(a2) HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current input A, lower landing

(b1) HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current input B, upper landing

(b2) HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current input B, lower landing

(c) Soft shutdown switch

(d) LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current input

(e) Ground input

(f) Ethernet input

Overhead-mount Power Link 2000 input wire quantity, size, and termination

Following are wire specifications for the Power Link 2000, including the maximum quantity and size that the wire terminals can accommodate. All sizing assumes a maximum ambient temperature of 50 °C (122 °F). Where the maximum wire size is listed, the actual wire quantity and size must be chosen based on site-specific wiring requirements and in accordance with the maximum allowed conduit filling rate per local code.
Overhead-mount Power Link 2000 Input Wire Specifications

Input Wire

Quantity

Size

Termination

HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current

A and B

(Max. 500 A per landing)

Max. 12 wires per Power Path

(three per pole on each landing)

Upper landings:

Max. 150 mm2 (300 MCM)(*)

Lug: Long barrel and tongue with two holes spaced 44.5 mm (1.75 in) apart and sized for M12 (0.5 in) studs.

Max. tongue width: 31 mm (1.25 in) for upper landings, 25.9 mm (1 in) for lower landings.

Aluminum lug max. tongue thickness: 10 mm (0.4 in) for upper landings, 5 mm (0.2 in) for lower landings.

Lower landings:

Max. 120 mm2 (4/0 AWGClosed American Wire Gauge)

Ground

 

Max. 6 wires

(one per Power Block)

Refer to local code for size;

Max. 50 mm2 (1/0 AWGClosed American Wire Gauge)

Lug: Short barrel and tongue with single hole and sized for M6 (0.25 in) stud.

LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current

(from Power Block or another Power Link 2000)

Max. 4 wires

(two wire pairs; each pair has one wire per pole)

16 mm2 (6 AWGClosed American Wire Gauge)

Stripped wire end

Ethernet

Max. 4 cables

Cat6 STPClosed Shielded Twisted Pair cable, outdoor rated or Paige OSP Shielded Gamechanger(**)

RJ45 connector

Soft shutdown switch(***)

2 wires

2.5 mm2 (14 AWGClosed American Wire Gauge)

Stripped wire end
(*) If utilizing both upper and lower landings, the maximum HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current wire size is 120 mm2 (4/0 AWGClosed American Wire Gauge). (**) The required Ethernet cable type depends upon the cable run length. See Ethernet requirements for details. (***) Soft shutdown switch is an optional feature.

Overhead-mount Power Link 2000 output wire landing

The overhead-mount Power Link 2000 supports up to two HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current outputs (L and R). Each output is the HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current input for one pantograph. The pantographs are designated Pantograph L and Pantograph R, accordingly. The Power Link 2000 also outputs LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current, chassis ground, and Ethernet connection to each PD Controller paired with a pantograph.

The illustration below shows the landing locations for DC output wires connecting to Pantograph L and its paired PD Controller.

Labeled diagram of product, tools or parts.

(aL) HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current output L

(bL) High power ground L

(cL) LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current output L

(dL) Ethernet output L

(eL) Chassis ground output L

The illustration below shows the landing locations for DC output wires connecting to Pantograph R and its paired PD Controller.

Labeled diagram of product, tools or parts.

(aR) HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current output R

(bR) High power ground R

(cR) LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current output R

(dR) Ethernet output R

(eR) Chassis ground output R

Single output Power Link 2000 are equipped with right (R) side outputs.

Overhead-mount Power Link 2000 output wire quantity, size, and termination

Following are wire specifications for the Power Link 2000, including the maximum quantity and size that the wire terminals can accommodate. All sizing assumes a maximum ambient temperature of 50 °C (122 °F). Where the maximum wire size is listed, the actual wire quantity and size must be chosen based on site-specific wiring requirements and in accordance with the maximum allowed conduit filling rate per local code.

Overhead-mount Power Link 2000 Output Wire Specifications

Output Wire

Quantity

Size

Termination

HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current

L and R(*)

Max. 12 wires

(six per landing, three per pole)

Max. 120 mm2 (4/0 AWGClosed American Wire Gauge)

Lug: Long barrel and tongue with two holes spaced 44.5 mm (1.75 in) apart and sized for M12 (0.5 in) studs.

Max. tongue width: 31 mm (1.25 in).

Aluminum lug max. tongue thickness: 5 mm (0.2 in).

High power ground

(to pantograph PE and pantograph frame)

Max. 4 wires

(two per pantograph)

Refer to local code for size;

Max. 50 mm2

(1/0 AWGClosed American Wire Gauge)

Lug: Short barrel and tongue with single hole sized for M6 (0.25 in) stud.

LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current

(to another Power Link 2000)

Max. 4 wires

(two wire pairs; each pair has one wire per pole)

16 mm2 (6 AWGClosed American Wire Gauge)

Stripped wire end

LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current

(to PD Controller)

Max. 4 wires

(one wire pair per PD Controller; each pair has one wire per pole)

1.5 mm2 (16 AWGClosed American Wire Gauge)

Stripped wire end or ferrule

Chassis ground

(to PD Controller)

Max. 2 wires

(one per PD Controller)

4 mm2 (12 AWGClosed American Wire Gauge)

Ring terminal: Sized for M6 (0.25 in) stud.

Ethernet

Max. 2 cables

(one per PD Controller)

Cat6 STPClosed Shielded Twisted Pair cable, outdoor rated

RJ45 connector
(*) Each HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current output (L and R) can have a maximum of six HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current wires (three per pole).

PD Controller Wiring Specifications

Each PD Controller is configured with AC input from the site as well as LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current and Ethernet connections from a Power Link 2000.

For 120-277 V AC, 48 V DC, and ground wiring:

  • All wires must be housed in wireways that conform to national and local codes.

  • Use flexible wires.

  • Use suitable conduit fittings to secure and seal conduits. Conduits must be sealed to maintain a Pollution Degree 2 environment.

The PD Controller ships with a controller interface cable, a single cable that bundles the following cables for connection to a pantograph and Status LED:

  • Pantograph control pilot cable

  • Pantograph control cable

  • Pantograph rest sensor cable

  • Status LED cable

At full length, the controller interface cable allows a maximum distance of 5 m (16.4 ft) between the PD Controller and pantograph. If longer lengths are needed, contact ChargePoint. The controller interface cable may be cut to length.

Maximum separation between PD Controller and connected pantograph

Pantograph Down 2000 ships with two RF coaxial cables for connection to the Wi-FiClosed Wireless Fidelity and RFIDClosed Radio Frequency IDentification antennas. Each cable is 5 m (16.4 ft) long and cannot be cut to length. Custom cables of different length may be ordered for the site and must meet the cable specifications listed below. There is no minimum length bound.

Wi-FiClosed Wireless Fidelity and RFIDClosed Radio Frequency IDentification antenna RF coaxial cable specifications
Cable Maximum Length Cable Type

Termination A*

Termination B*
Wi-FiClosed Wireless Fidelity antenna 10 m (32.8 ft) LMR-240 or equivalent, 6.1 mm (0.24 in) outer diameter, and low loss operating up to 5.8 GHz or higher. RP-SMA male N-type male
RFIDClosed Radio Frequency IDentification antenna 10 m (32.8 ft) LMR-240 or equivalent, 6.1 mm (0.24 in) outer diameter, and low loss operating up to 1 GHz or higher. RP-SMA male N-type male
(*)Termination A lands at the PD Controller. Termination B lands at the antenna.
  • The LMR-240 cable has a one-time bend radius of 19 mm (0.75 in) and repeated bend radius of 63 mm (2.5 in). If these are exceeded, the cable may be damaged and the system may not operate. If using an LMR-240 equivalent, do not violate the bend radius of that cable type.
  • The RF coaxial cables may not be coiled within the PD Controller.

PD Controller wire entry

Wires enter at the PD Controller bottom panel by conduit or cable gland, as specified below. The enclosure ships with pre-made wire entry holes.

Labeled diagram of product, tools or parts.

PD Controller conduit and cable gland specifiations
Wire Wire Entry Type   Required Size (Conduit Trade Size or Cable Gland)

Required Quantity

(Conduit or Cable Gland)

(a) 120-277 V AC input wires from site

Conduit required

3/4 in (21 mm)

1

(b) 48 V DC, Ethernet, chassis ground

(from Power Link 2000)

Conduit required

3/4 in (21 mm)

1

(c) RF coaxial cables to RFIDClosed Radio Frequency IDentification and Wi-FiClosed Wireless Fidelity antennas (one cable to each antenna)

Conduit or cable gland

3/4 in (21 mm)

1

(d) Controller interface cable

Conduit or cable gland

1-1/4 in (35 mm)

1

The PD Controller ships with cable glands for the RF coaxial cables and controller interface cable. These are installed either at the PD Controller or at the end of the conduit run to the pantograph. The cable glands are 1-1/4 in (35 mm) and 3/4 in (21 mm) NPTClosed National Pipe Thread.

PD Controller wire landing

Labeled diagram of product, tools or parts.

  1. 120-277 V AC input

  2. AC PE

  3. Ethernet input

  4. LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current input

  5. Controller interface cable

  6. Chassis ground

  7. Wi-FiClosed Wireless Fidelity antenna

  8. RFIDClosed Radio Frequency IDentification antenna

PD Controller unfurnished wire quantity, size, and termination

Following are wire specifications for the PD Controller, including the maximum quantity and size that the wire terminals can accommodate. All sizing assumes a maximum ambient temperature of 50 °C (122 °F). Where the maximum wire size is listed, the actual wire quantity and size must be chosen based on site-specific wiring requirements and in accordance with the maximum allowed conduit filling rate per local code.

PD Controller Wire Specifications

Wire

Quantity

Size

Termination

120-277 V AC input

2 wires

(one per pole)

Size based on branch circuit breaker;

Max. 16 mm2 (6 AWGClosed American Wire Gauge)

 Stripped wire end

AC ground

1 wire

Size based on branch circuit breaker;

Max. 16 mm2 (6 AWGClosed American Wire Gauge)

 Stripped wire end

LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current input

See Power Link 2000 output wire specifications

Stripped wire end

LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current input*

See Power Link 2000 output wire specifications

 Stripped wire end

Ethernet input

See Power Link 2000 output wire specifications

See Power Link 2000 DC Out

 RJ45 connector, unshielded
Chassis ground

See Power Link 2000 output wire specifications

See Power Link 2000 DC Out

 Stripped wire end
* LV DCClosed Low Voltage Direct Current input wires are provided by ChargePoint if installing the PD Controller with the mast-mount Power Link 2000.

Schunk SLS 201.102 Pantograph Wiring Specifications

Each pantograph is configured with HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current and high power ground connection from a Power Link 2000. The pantograph also has controller interface cable connection to the PD Controller and a frame ground connection.

Schunk SLS 201.102 pantograph wire landing

Labeled diagram of product, tools or parts.

  1. High power ground (PE)

  2. HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current input, positive (+)

  3. HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current input, negative (-)

  4. Control pilot

  5. Rest sensor

  6. Pantograph frame ground

  7. Pantograph control

Schunk SLS 201.102 unfurnished wire quantity, size, and termination

Following are wire specifications for the Schunk SLS 201.102 pantograph, including the maximum quantity and size that the wire terminals can accommodate. All sizing assumes a maximum ambient temperature of 50 °C (122 °F). Where the maximum wire size is listed, the actual wire quantity and size must be chosen based on site-specific wiring requirements and in accordance with the maximum allowed conduit filling rate per local code.
Schunk SLS 201.102 unfurnished wire quantity, size, and termination specifications

Wire

Max. Wire Quantity and Size

Termination

HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current

See Power Link 2000 output wire specifications

See Power Link 2000 DC Out

 Lug: Single hole lug and sized for M10 bolt.

High power ground (PE)

See Power Link 2000 output wire specifications

See Power Link 2000 DC Out

 Lug: Single hole lug and sized for M10 bolt.
Pantograph frame ground

See Power Link 2000 output wire specifications

See Power Link 2000 output wire specifications and Pantograph Down Mast wire specifications

 Ring terminal: Sized for M8 bolt.

North American Wire, Voltage, and Current Ratings

North American Wire, Voltage and Current Ratings Part 1

 

Inputs to Power Block

Power Block to Each Power Link 2000

 

AC and Ground

Shunt Trip

HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current

Output

48 V DC

Output

Ethernet

Circuit Voltage

480 V AC

≤ 240 V

100-1000 V

48 V

—

Max. Current

260 A

6 A

200,

250,

350, or

500 A

32 A

—

Notes

Rated for 600 V

L1, L2, L3,

Ground

 

Rated for 1000 V

Outdoor rated
Cat6 STPClosed Shielded Twisted Pair or Paige OSP Shielded GameChanger*
(*) The required Ethernet cable type depends upon the cable run length. See Ethernet requirements.
North American Wire, Voltage and Current Ratings Part 1

 

Inputs to PD Controller

Power Link 2000 to Each Pantograph

Power Link 2000 to each PD Controller

 

 120-277 V AC Input

HV DCClosed High Voltage Direct Current Output

48 V DC Output

Ethernet

Circuit Voltage

 120 V AC 208-277 V AC

100-1000 V

48 V

—

Max. Current

 4 A 2 A

200, 250, 350, 400, or 500 A

6 mA

—

Notes

Rated for 600 V, 50/60 Hz, single phase

  

Rated for 1000 V

Outdoor rated
Cat6 STPClosed Shielded Twisted Pair