News | February 14, 2018

ClipperCreek, Inc. Announces Release Of EVSE Tester

CP-50 Compact EVSE Tester from ClipperCreek is the perfect tool to test and troubleshoot an EVSE without a vehicle present.

Auburn, CA /PRNewswire/ -- ClipperCreek, Inc. recently released the CP-50, a tool for the installation and maintenance of Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE). The CP-50 is a compact and reliable hand-held testing tool designed for installers, technicians and facilities maintenance personnel. It is offered at just $250.

The CP-50 can function as a stand-alone device or in combination with a DVM (Digital Volt Meter) and/or oscilloscope to verify operations and perform advanced troubleshooting on an EVSE or vehicle charging issue. The CP-50 is designed for use with ClipperCreek EVSE, and should be compatible with all other makes and models of Level 1 and Level 2 EVSE on the market.

"As the plug-in vehicle and charging infrastructure markets continue to grow, our customers have been seeking a simple and convenient way to verify operation and troubleshoot charging infrastructure. We are pleased to introduce the CP-50 at a great value to meet this market need," said Jason France, President and Founder of ClipperCreek.

The CP-50 can be added to enhance efficiency of a facilities charging infrastructure preventative maintenance and testing routine. Designed for compatibility with all Level 1 and Level 2 SAE-J1772 EVSE the CP-50 functions as a quick and simple diagnostic tool to troubleshoot vehicle charging issues.

CP-50's primary functions include:

  • Verifying EVSE operations without a vehicle
  • Simulating vehicle connected and charge requested
  • Simulating CCID charging fault to ensure EVSE safety circuitry is functioning properly

Pair the CP-50 with a Digital Volt Meter to:

  • Measure incoming service voltage, each line to ground and line to line
  • Verify SAE-J1772™ connector proximity switch resistance is within specification range
  • Conduct advanced cable/connector troubleshooting

Pair the CP-50 with an Oscilloscope for:

  • Easy access test points to view SAE J1772™ pilot signal at various states (i.e. vehicle connected, charge requested)

ClipperCreek's Customer Support Supervisor, Charles Douglass, said, "The CP-50 is a great addition to the ClipperCreek product line. It delivers a variety of test capabilities in a compact, easy-to-carry, form factor. The CP-50 is already being utilized in a variety of applications including installation verification, vehicle compatibility diagnostics, and preventative maintenance testing. We use it regularly in the lab to reproduce charging issues and it is a valuable tool for any person responsible for installation or ongoing maintenance of EV charging infrastructure."

For more information please visit https://store.clippercreek.com/evse-tester or call ClipperCreek at 877-694-4194.

About ClipperCreek: Founded in 2006 by Jason France, ClipperCreek is a worldwide leader in Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE). The company offers a wide range of products which are the most popular, safest, economical, reliable, and customer focused EV charging stations on the market. ClipperCreek's commitment to the electric vehicle industry drives us to continuously bring the greatest value to our customers. The industry pioneers at ClipperCreek build more than 23 years of real world EV charging expertise into every EVSE they manufacture. All ClipperCreek products are Reliable, Powerful, and Made in America. For more information, please visit www.clippercreek.com.

Source: ClipperCreek, Inc.

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