Top recommended charging accessories for the Chevrolet Blazer EV?

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Hey everyone! I just recently picked up my Blazer EV RS, and while I’m absolutely loving the ride so far, I realized I’m a bit underprepared when it comes to the charging setup. Currently, I’m just using the dual-level cord that came with the car, but I’m looking to invest in a more permanent Level 2 home charging station to make life easier.

I have a NEMA 14-50 outlet ready to go in the garage, but I’m overwhelmed by the options out there. I’ve been looking at the ChargePoint Home Flex and the Emporia charger, but I’m curious if there’s a specific brand that plays best with the Blazer’s software or the MyChevrolet app. Also, since I plan on doing some road tripping this summer, are there any essential portable accessories I should grab? I was thinking about a NACS-to-CCS adapter for destination chargers or maybe a heavy-duty extension cord for emergency situations.

Budget isn't a huge issue, but I definitely want something durable that can handle the 11.5 kW charging rate without any hiccups. For those of you who have had your Blazer EV for a while, what specific charging gear or cable management tools have been total game-changers for you?

srxqysduqt · Accepted Answer

sooo i was literally in ur shoes a month ago. im kinda new to this but super satisfied with my setup. safety is huge with high voltage, so i was cautious! 1. try the Emporia Level 2 EV Charger. its a steal at $399 and works great.
2. honestly, id avoid extension cords... they seem kinda sketchy for EVs?? 3. the Lectron Tesla to CCS Adapter is good for road trips. gl!

Clubnika pible · Answer

Quick question—are you planning to hardwire the charger or just use that NEMA 14-50 outlet? It realy makes a huge difference since you mentioned wanting that full 11.5 kW rate. To hit 48 amps (11.5 kW), you'll definitely need to hardwire a unit to a 60-amp circuit instead of using the plug. Quick tip: Stick with a high-quality unit like the Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48 Amp Level 2 EV Charger or the ChargePoint Home Flex Level 2 EV Charger if you decide to go the hardwire route. Plug-in chargers are basically capped at 9.6 kW (40A) to stay within safety codes for a 50-amp circuit. In my experience, most 'smart' features are better managed through the charger's own app rather than the MyChevrolet app anyway. Also, for road trips, check out the A2Z Stellar Plug NACS to CCS1 Adapter for those Tesla destination chargers! gl!

fgekyhiruo · Answer

Regarding what #5 said about "Can confirm this works. Did the same thing..."

I am definitely in the same camp, but I tend to be a bit more cautious when it comes to DIY electrical work. Since you already have the NEMA 14-50, just make sure you aren't using a cheap, residential-grade outlet from a hardware store... those can actually melt under the constant load of an EV charger. I would suggest looking into these brands for a solid setup:

Just go with anything from ClipperCreek. They are basically the gold standard for being indestructible and super reliable, even if they aren't the flashiest looking things.

You might want to consider something from Siemens too. They have a massive history in electrical gear so you know the internals are safe.

For road trips, just get a basic NACS to CCS adapter from a name brand like Lectron and you'll be fine for destination chargers. Honestly, I'd stay away from any extension cords entirely, even the heavy duty ones. It's just one more point of failure that can get hot. Better to just park a bit closer or install a longer cable on the charger itself if you can. Just be careful and double check your connections after the first few charges... it gives a lot of peace of mind.