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A Type 1 to 3 Pin charging cable plugs your car straight into an ordinary household socket, with no wallbox and no installation. It draws 2.3 kW, and on a Type 1 car that is a far more useful number than it sounds.
Here is why. Every Type 1 car sold in Britain is an older one with a small battery, between about 12 and 33 kWh. A modern 80 kWh electric car would need three days on a household socket, which is why we describe the Type 2 granny cable as a backup. On a 24 kWh Nissan Leaf the same socket delivers a full charge in about 11 hours 45 minutes, and on an Outlander PHEV in about six. That is an overnight charge, not an emergency measure, and for a second car covering short local runs it can be the only charging you ever need.
It is also the answer when there is no charge point: a relative's driveway, a holiday cottage, a workplace with a socket in the wall but nothing on it. Ours is sealed to IP67, so it can sit outside in the rain while it works, and the current is adjustable from 6A to 12A if the socket or the wiring is old.
Check the inlet before you order. A Type 1 socket has five pins and a Type 2 has seven. The Nissan Leaf changed from Type 1 to Type 2 in 2018 and the Kia Soul in 2019, so the year matters as much as the badge. If yours is Type 2, you need the Type 2 to 3-Pin cable instead. If you want to use a wallbox or a public post rather than a socket, that is the Type 1 to Type 2 cable.
At 2.3 kW, from empty, based on each car's nominal battery size
| Car | Battery | Full charge at 2.3 kW | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV | 12 kWh | 6 hours | Comfortably overnight |
| Mitsubishi i-MiEV, Peugeot iOn, Citroen C-Zero | 16 kWh | 7 hours 45 mins | Comfortably overnight |
| Nissan Leaf, 24 kWh | 24 kWh | 11 hours 45 mins | Overnight, plugged in early |
| Nissan Leaf, 30 kWh | 30 kWh | 14 hours 45 mins | Overnight plus part of a day |
| Ford Focus Electric | 33.5 kWh | 16 hours 30 mins | Better on a wallbox |
Real times run a little shorter, because a car's usable capacity is always below its nominal figure. Cold weather lengthens them again.
| Length | Rating | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5m | 6A to 12A adjustable, 2.3 kW | A socket in the garage or on the wall beside where you park | £243.99 |
| 10m | 6A to 12A adjustable, 2.3 kW | Reaching from indoors, or parking away from the house | £293.99 |
IP67 sealed, CE certified, rated from -30C to +50C, with a two year warranty, free next working day UK delivery and our price match on any UK retailer.
We pride ourselves on the quality of our cables. Every cable comes with a 2 year manufacturer's warranty, and the jacket will survive being driven over, though we would rather you did not make a habit of it.
Protection against pressure
Our cables are safe to use whatever the weather. Type 2 to Type 2 cables are IP55 rated, CE marked, and work from -30°C to +50°C. Type 2 to 3 pin cables are IP67 rated, CE marked and work from -30°C to +60°C.
Protection against temperature
Our cables fit any electric car or plug-in hybrid with a Type 2 inlet, including Audi, BMW, Volvo, Mini, Mercedes, Kia, Hyundai, Volkswagen, Smart and Toyota. Use our car reg checker to confirm your car.
Compatible with all Type 2 cars
Yes, that is exactly what this cable is for. A Type 1 to 3 Pin cable plugs into any standard UK socket and draws 2.3 kW, with no wallbox and no installation needed. On the small batteries Type 1 cars carry, that is a genuine overnight charge rather than a top-up.
About 11 hours 45 minutes from empty for a 24 kWh Nissan Leaf, and around 14 hours 45 minutes for the 30 kWh car. Most owners never charge from empty, so a normal overnight plug-in replaces a day's driving comfortably.
The cable is sealed to IP67, so rain is not a problem while it is working. The socket it plugs into is the thing to think about: use an outdoor rated socket, do not run it through a part open window or door, and set the cable to 6A or 10A rather than 12A if the wiring is old.
Count the pins. A Type 1 inlet has five, a Type 2 has seven with a flat top edge. Type 1 cars in Britain are all pre-2019 and include the Nissan Leaf up to 2017, the e-NV200, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and i-MiEV, the Peugeot iOn, the Citroen C-Zero, the Vauxhall Ampera and the Ford Focus Electric.
This one plugs into a household socket. The Type 1 to Type 2 cable plugs into a wallbox or a public charge point and charges two to three times faster. If you have a wallbox, buy that one and keep this as the cable that gets you charged anywhere there is a plug.
A Type 1 inlet has five pins. A Type 2 has seven. Every Type 1 car sold in Britain is pre-2019, and two cars wearing the same badge can differ: the Nissan Leaf changed to Type 2 in 2018 and the Kia Soul in 2019. Charge speeds below are the maximum the car itself will accept on AC.
| Car | Connector | Max AC charge speed | Cable we recommend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Leaf, 2011 to 2017 | Type 1 | 3.3 kW as standard, 6.6 kW with the optional charger | 16A, or 32A if the option is fitted |
| Nissan e-NV200, Combi and Evalia | Type 1 | 3.6 kW as standard, 6.6 kW where the charger was optioned | 16A, or 32A if the option is fitted |
| Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, 2014 to 2018 | Type 1 for AC, plus CHAdeMO | Around 3.6 kW | 16A |
| Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV | Type 1 for AC, plus CHAdeMO | Around 3.7 kW | 16A |
| Mitsubishi i-MiEV | Type 1 for AC, plus CHAdeMO | Around 3.3 to 3.7 kW | 16A |
| Peugeot iOn | Type 1 for AC, plus CHAdeMO | Around 3.3 to 3.7 kW | 16A |
| Citroen C-Zero | Type 1 for AC, plus CHAdeMO | Around 3.3 to 3.7 kW | 16A |
| Vauxhall Ampera and Chevrolet Volt | Type 1, no rapid charging | Around 3.3 kW | 16A |
| Ford Focus Electric | Type 1 | 6.6 kW | 32A |
| Kia Soul EV, 2017 to 2019 | Type 1 | 6.6 kW | 32A |
| Nissan Leaf, 2018 onwards | Type 2, not Type 1 | 6.6 kW | Type 2 to Type 2 cable instead |
| Kia e-Soul, 2019 onwards | Type 2, not Type 1 | 7.2 kW | Type 2 to Type 2 cable instead |
Figures are taken from each model's own page on this site. If your car is Type 2, the Type 2 charging cable range is where to look.
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Use our car reg compatibility checker to make sure your getting the right charger for you vehicle.
Cable Length:
Sizing guideThe cable connection depends on what connection type your car accepts. If you don't know, use our handy car reg checker.
Rated Power (Charge Speed):
How do I Choose?We offer different length cables to suit your needs, whether you park next to your charger at home or at the office.
Cable Type:
How do I Choose?Rated power is the fastest the cable can charge. Match it to your car and your charge point. A higher rated cable still works at every lower speed.
Accessory Add-Ons
We offer a range of products to help store and transport your charging cable. Choose from the accessories below:
A charging cable that connects electric vehicles (EVs) with a Type 2 connector to charging points is also equipped with a Type 2 socket. It supports faster charging speeds and is commonly used across Europe for EVs with this standard connection.
This cable allows electric vehicles with a Type 2 socket to charge from a standard UK 3-pin domestic outlet. It provides a slower charge but is useful for home or emergency charging when dedicated charging stations aren't available.
A cable used to extend the reach of a Type 2 charging cable. It's helpful when the existing cable is too short to connect an electric vehicle to the charging point, providing more flexibility in parking.
A fixed charging cable attached to a charging point, designed for electric vehicles with a Type 2 socket. The tethered design eliminates the need to carry a separate cable, offering convenience for regular charging at home or work.
A charging cable that connects electric vehicles with a Type 1 socket to charging points equipped with a Type 2 outlet. This allows EVs with the older Type 1 standard to use more modern charging infrastructure.
This cable enables electric vehicles with a Type 1 connector to charge from a standard UK 3-pin household outlet. It's suitable for slower charging at home when dedicated EV charging points aren't accessible.
A 5M charging cable is the shortest length that we offer. It is a great option if you can park close to the charge point and do not need much length to reach your car.
A 10M charging cable is the most popular length. It allows you to have enough flexibility whilst still being easy enough to move. This is a great option if you cannot park close to the electricity supply.
A 15M charging cable is a great choice if you need some extra flexibility, i.e. get past another car or reach the other end of a driveway. The length of the cable does not affect the charging speed.
A 20M charging cable is the longest cable that we currently offer. 20M reaches the vast majority of locations where you would want to charge your car. Always use one continuous cable. Never join two charging cables together and never charge through an extension lead, because the join is where heat builds up.
The choice if you will charge from a standard UK 3 pin socket. It runs at the most the socket can safely supply, and the control box lets you turn the current down for a slower, gentler charge overnight or on an older circuit.
A 16amp cable will be able to charge at 3.7kW. This is the cheapest product if your car's max charge speed is 3.7kW. If you have two electric cars or are looking to purchase another it might be worth considering a faster charging cable as this could limit charge speeds moving forward.
A 32amp charging cable will be able to charge at 7.4kW, which is the most a single phase UK home supply can deliver. A 32amp cable also charges at every lower speed (for example 16amp, 3.7kW), so it is the right choice if your home charge point is 7.4kW or you mostly charge at home.
A 32amp 3-phase charging cable will be able to charge at all speeds up to 22kW, so the cable never limits your charge speed at home or in public. It is also capable of charging at all lower charge speeds.
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