EV Charger ODM — Frequently Asked Questions
Direct answers to the questions charging brand owners and integrators ask us most — platforms, protocols, certification, high-ambient operation and local assembly. For anything not covered here, contact us.
What is the difference between OEM and ODM for an EV charger?
With OEM, you supply the design and we manufacture it. With ODM, we develop the product for you on our existing charging platforms — industrial design, electronics, firmware, certification support and production from one partner, sold under your brand. Most European partners choose ODM because the platform already exists and is proven in volume commercial operation.
How fast can we launch an EV charger under our own brand?
Typically 3–4 months from requirements to production-ready. Chargers are built on control platforms already proven in large-scale commercial operation, so the schedule covers branding, enclosure adaptation and compliance verification rather than ground-up development.
Does eectec support OCPP?
Yes. OCPP 1.6 runs in large-scale commercial operation today, and OCPP 2.0.1 support is in final development, with first delivery scheduled for December 2026. Our chargers integrate with third-party CSMS platforms over standard OCPP.
Does eectec support ISO 15118?
An ISO 15118-2 communication stack is in development on co-validated PLC hardware, targeting our next-generation European-standard charger platform planned for 2027. Ask us about the current status for your project timeline.
What certifications do eectec products carry?
Our products carry CE certification and are designed to EN/IEC 61851, with EMC, LVD and RED documentation available for review during supplier evaluation. We also support partner certification projects for target markets as part of ODM delivery.
Can eectec chargers operate in high-temperature markets such as the Middle East?
Yes. Operation at 50–55 °C ambient is supported via thermal derating. Detailed derating curves and thermal design data are shared during technical evaluation, so you can validate performance for GCC and other high-ambient deployments before committing.
Can we buy charging controller boards instead of complete chargers?
Yes — AC and DC charging controllers are our core business. Our 7 kW AC operator board alone shipped 600,000 units in 2025, and our dual-connector DC controller shipped 20,000+ units the same year. Boards are supplied as board-level platforms with documentation and integration support.
Can we assemble chargers in Europe instead of importing complete units?
Yes. We deliver as SKD kits or board-level platforms for your own line, and our Local Assembly Partnership offers three cooperation levels — from kit supply toward deeper localization — so you can assemble locally while keeping a proven platform.
Which markets does eectec serve?
Primarily European charging brand owners — including a listed European electrical group that has qualified eectec as its ODM supplier — plus other IEC-based markets such as the GCC. A UL-market AC mainboard is also in the portfolio.
Still have questions?
Tell us about your project and we will answer with specifics — platform recommendation, timeline and evidence. Write to simon@eectec.com or use the contact form.