# Hardwired Ruggedized EV Chargers The DEWALT Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charger Works With SAE J1772 By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-12-01 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dewalt-level-2-electric-vehicle-charger References: [gadgetify](https://www.gadgetify.com/dewalt-app-electric-vehicle-charger/) & [amzn.to](https://amzn.to/3uHPfuo)  The [DEWALT](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-power-equipment) Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charger is a hardwired fixture for EV owners to install at their homes as a way to ensure high-power charging is always available when it's needed. The unit comes pre-wired with the [NEMA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ev-level-2-charger) 14-50 plug to reduce the amount of time it takes for installation and is equipped with a 25-foot high-grade UL certified cable to ensure safe power access. Operators can take advantage of up to 40 Amps of power, which translates to around 36-miles of charging power per hour, which can be adjusted via the LCD screen or accompanying smartphone app. The DEWALT Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charger is paired with a heavy-duty protective cage to have it ready for demanding environments. The unit is compatible for use with the SAE J1772 EV charging port and can be used with a [Tesla](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-j1772-gen-2-wall-connector) adapter, which is sold separately. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 19% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **High-power Home EV Chargers:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating high-power, hardwired EV chargers for convenient at-home charging. - **Ruggedized EV Charging Solutions:** Opportunity to develop ruggedized EV chargers suitable for demanding environments and outdoor use. - **Smartphone-connected EV Chargers:** Opportunity to design EV chargers with smartphone connectivity for remote monitoring and control. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** Opportunity for automotive companies to develop and manufacture high-power, rugged EV chargers for consumer use. - **Construction:** Opportunity for construction companies to integrate hardwired EV chargers into new home construction projects. - **Technology:** Opportunity for tech companies to create smartphone-connected EV chargers with advanced features and controls. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Connected Safety-Focused EV Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autel-maxicharger-ac-wallbox.md) - [Omni-Compatible EV Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-j1772-gen-2-wall-connector.md) - [Easy-to-Install EV Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ev-level-2-charger.md) - [Customizable Weatherproof EV Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lectron-vbox.md) - [App-Connected EV Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shockflo-s1.md) - [Speedy EV Charger Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-to-j1772-charging-adapter.md) - [WiFi-Enabled Car Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connected-home-charging-station.md) - [Suitcase-Style EV Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-ev-charger.md) - [Low-Profile Home EV Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoflow-powerpulse.md)