Charging Pile Energy Management System Solution

Acrel EV Charging Integrated Solution

1. Solution Overview

Acrel EV Charging Integrated Solution targets commercial charging scenarios in Europe and Latin America, including industrial park charging stations, enterprise campuses, logistics fleets, commercial plazas, supporting charging zones of data centers and public charging hubs. The portfolio covers 7kW EU-standard AC wall-mounted chargers, 160kW / 320kW all-in-one DC fast chargers, supported by compliant metering instruments and DC insulation monitoring equipment. The system realizes integrated functions including charging control, energy metering, DC insulation safety monitoring, coordinated load scheduling and remote cloud management.
The whole system complies strictly with IEC 61851, IEC 61557-8 and MID metering regulations. The AC side adopts ADL200 single-phase MID-certified energy meter, DC charging loop is equipped with DJSF1352-D integrated DC MID energy meter, and the DC side deploys AIM-D500 insulation monitoring device. It fully satisfies mandatory requirements on metering compliance and electrical safety for European and Latin American markets. All chargers support OCPP protocol to connect operator platforms. Cooperated with Acrel Energy Management System, functions such as dynamic load management, PV priority charging and anti-reflux control can be realized. Different from suppliers providing chargers only, Acrel delivers an all-in-one electrical solution integrating EV chargers, metering devices, safety monitoring and energy dispatching.

2. Bill of System Components

2.1 EV Charging Terminals

      1.AEV300-AC007D-EU 7kW EU-standard AC Wall-mounted Charger

        Single-phase 230V input, Type 2 interface, IP54 protection. Supports RFID card and Plug & Charge. Ideal for private parking spaces, office buildings, underground parking garages of apartments and small commercial slow-charging scenarios.

      2.AEU160 All-in-one DC Fast Charger (Max. 160kW Dual Gun)

        3-phase 400V input, dual-gun configuration optional (CCS2+CCS2 / CCS2+GBT), IP55 outdoor protection with dynamic power allocation. Suitable for medium-sized charging stations and light logistics fleets.

      3.AEU320 All-in-one Ultra-fast DC Charger (Max. 320kW Dual Gun)

        High-power modular DC fast charger with peak 320kW output for single gun. Applicable to highway service stations, bus depots, large logistics parks and large-scale commercial charging hubs.

2.2 Supporting Metering Devices (MID certified for EU billing compliance)

      1.ADL200 Single-phase MID AC Energy Meter

        Matched with 7kW AC chargers for independent energy metering and consumption statistics of AC charging loops. DIN rail mounting with compact size and RS485 Modbus communication.

      2.DJSF1352-D Integrated DC MID Energy Meter

        Designed for AEU160 / AEU320 DC fast chargers to perform high-precision DC energy measurement. Built-in shunt for convenient integration inside DC chargers, enabling compliant billing of DC charging energy.

2.3 Safety Monitoring Equipment

AIM-D500 DC Insulation Monitoring Device

Complies with IEC 61557-8. Installed on the DC bus of DC chargers to continuously monitor insulation resistance between DC positive/negative poles and earth. It triggers alarms and can interlock charger shutdown when insulation resistance drops below threshold, preventing DC leakage hazards and meeting mandatory EU safety specifications for DC charging systems.

2.4 Upper-layer System & Communication

  • Local side: Meters and insulation monitoring devices connect to gateway via RS485;
  • Cloud side: Chargers support native OCPP1.6J (upgradeable to OCPP 2.0.1);
  • Optional accessories: AcrelEMS Charging Station Energy Management Platform, ACCU-500 Flexible Load Controller for dynamic load management, PV coordinated charging and transformer overload prevention.

3. Introduction to Subsystems

3.1 7kW EU-standard AC Charging System (AEV300-AC007D-EU + ADL200)

System Architecture

230V single-phase mains input → ADL200 MID single-phase energy meter → AEV300 7kW EU-standard AC wall charger → EV

3.1.1 AEV300-AC007D-EU 7kW AC Charger Key Introduction

Compact wall-mounted slow charger equipped with EU Type 2 charging cable, IP54 outdoor protection. Two versions available: model with 4.3-inch touch screen and basic screenless model.
  • Rated parameter: Single-phase 230V, rated output 7kW / 32A
  • Certifications: CE, CB, compliant with IEC61851
  • Activation modes: RFID card, ISO15118 Plug&Charge
  • Communication: WiFi / 4G / Ethernet, standard OCPP1.6J
  • Protection functions: Overvoltage, undervoltage, overcurrent, residual current, overtemperature and lightning surge protection

3.1.2 Value of Matched ADL200 Single-phase MID Energy Meter

  1. MID certification validates measurement data legally, meeting compliance requirements for commercial charging billing in EU;
  2. DIN rail installation inside distribution cabinet for independent energy measurement of single AC charger;
  3. RS485 Modbus communication uploads data to gateway and energy platform to separate charging consumption for billing reconciliation;
  4. Monitors voltage, current, power and energy, supporting early warning of loop overload.

3.1.3 Typical Application Scenarios

Private residential parking, staff parking lots of office buildings, supporting parking lots of hotels & supermarkets, underground shared charging garages of apartments.

3.2 EU-standard DC Fast Charging System (AEU160 / AEU320 DC Charger + DJSF1352-D DC MID Meter + AIM-D500 Insulation Monitor)

System Architecture

3-phase 400V mains input → Power modules inside DC charger → AIM-D500 Insulation Monitoring Device + DJSF1352-D Integrated DC Energy Meter → CCS2 Charging Gun → EV
Installation Note: AIM-D500 and DJSF1352-D are installed on the internal DC bus of DC chargers to monitor DC bus insulation status and charging energy in real time.

3.2.1 Brief Introduction to AEU160 / AEU320 All-in-one DC Fast Chargers

  • AEU160: Max. 160kW total dual-gun output, voltage range 150~1000VDC with dynamic power distribution between two guns. Suitable for medium commercial charging stations and light logistics fleets.
  • AEU320: Max. 320kW total dual-gun output, single gun supports peak 320kW ultra-fast charging, applicable for buses, heavy trucks and highway charging stations.
  • Common features: IP55 outdoor cabinet, 7-inch industrial touch screen, EU CCS2 interface, OCPP protocol, emergency stop, cabinet door interlock and anti-collision protection.

3.2.2 DJSF1352-D Integrated DC MID Energy Meter

  1. Integrated structure with built-in shunt, no extra shunt required for easy integration inside DC chargers;
  2. MID-certified DC energy measurement to satisfy commercial charging billing regulations in Europe;
  3. Measures DC voltage, DC current, forward & reverse energy, supports Modbus data upload;
  4. Wide voltage coverage 150~1000VDC, fully matching voltage range of EV traction batteries.

3.2.3 AIM-D500 DC Insulation Monitoring Device (Core Safety Component)

  • Standard: IEC 61557-8, complying with EU mandatory requirements for insulation monitoring of DC power supply systems;
  • Function: Continuously monitors insulation resistance between DC positive/negative poles and earth. Outputs alarm signals once insulation failure occurs, and can interlock charger control system to cut off power output;
  • Application: Mandatory for all DC fast charging systems to prevent electric shock and fire risks caused by DC leakage;
  • Communication: RS485 uploads insulation resistance value and fault alarms to platform, enabling remote monitoring of DC system safety status.

4. Core Functions of the Solution

4.1 Graded Compliant Energy Metering

  • AC slow-charging loop: Independent metering via ADL200 single-phase MID energy meter;
  • DC fast-charging loop: Energy metering via DJSF1352-D integrated DC MID energy meter.

All metering instruments hold MID certification, charging billing data is legally effective and meets supervision requirements of commercial charging stations in Europe and Latin America.

4.2 Insulation Safety Protection for DC System

AIM-D500 monitors DC bus insulation continuously to provide early warning of cable aging and insulation damage, eliminating hidden risks of DC leakage and meeting electrical acceptance standards of projects.

4.3 Diversified Charging Management

Chargers support RFID card and Plug&Charge automatic charging. OCPP protocol enables connection to third-party charging operator (CPO) platforms for transaction management, billing statistics and remote operation & maintenance.

4.4 Dynamic Load Management (DLM)

Cooperated with Acrel gateway and AcrelEMS platform, the system reads real-time load data from incoming cabinet meters and automatically limits total output power of chargers to avoid transformer overload, saving investment of grid expansion.

4.5 PV & EV Charger Coordinated Operation

Matched with PV meters and anti-reflux devices, the system realizes PV priority supply for EV charging and surplus power grid feed-in, improving renewable energy utilization for industrial parks and campus self-consumption scenarios.

4.6 Integrated Remote Operation & Maintenance

Charging status, energy data, insulation alarms and equipment faults are uploaded to cloud platform uniformly. Remote start/stop, remote firmware upgrade and fault push reduce on-site inspection workload.

5. Scenario Selection Guide

Application ScenarioRecommended Charging EquipmentMatched Meters & Safety Devices
Slow charging for apartments & enterprise staff parkingAEV300-AC007D-EU 7kW AC ChargerADL200 Single-phase MID Meter
Small commercial charging stations & light logistics fleetsAEU160 160kW DC Fast ChargerDJSF1352-D + AIM-D500
Highway service stations, bus / heavy truck fleets, large charging hubsAEU320 320kW DC Ultra-fast ChargerDJSF1352-D + AIM-D500
Mixed charging parks (slow charging + fast charging)7kW AC Charger + AEU160/AEU320 ComboADL200 + DJSF1352-D + AIM-D500

6. Competitive Advantages

      1.Complete Integrated Electrical Solution

        Different from suppliers selling chargers only, Acrel provides one-stop supply of EV chargers, MID-certified metering instruments, IEC-standard insulation monitoring devices and energy management platform, reducing coordination costs with multiple vendors.

      2.Full-chain Certified Products

        Chargers hold CE/CB certificates; AC & DC meters obtain MID certification; AIM-D500 complies with IEC61557-8. Products meet European standards and satisfy customs and third-party acceptance requirements for Latin American projects.

      3.Adaptable to High-temperature & Rainy Outdoor Conditions

        EV chargers adopt IP54/IP55 high protection rating with wide-temperature design, suitable for tropical climate in South America.

      4.Native Support for Load Coordination & PV Integration

        The system can interconnect with campus PV systems and power distribution monitoring systems to realize load management and anti-reflux control, which is highly suitable for industrial clients and large park projects.

      5.Standardized Technical Documentation

        English manuals, wiring drawings and commissioning guidelines are available to support independent construction and commissioning by overseas engineering teams.

7. Brief Description of System Topology

  1. AC charging branch: Mains power → ADL200 energy meter → 7kW AC charger → EV
  2. DC charging branch: 3-phase AC input feeds power modules inside DC charger. The output DC bus connects to AIM-D500 insulation monitoring device and DJSF1352-D DC energy meter sequentially, finally connected to CCS2 charging gun.
  3. All meters and insulation monitoring devices connect to IoT gateway via RS485;
  4. Gateway collects local data, forwards OCPP data from chargers simultaneously and uploads information to AcrelEMS platform or client-owned charging operation platform.

8. Optional Extended Supporting Products

  1. BR Rogowski Coil / ADW Series Multifunction Meters: Main incoming load monitoring of power distribution rooms to support dynamic load management;
  2. ACCU-500 Flexible Load Controller: Synchronized power scheduling for multiple chargers;
  3. AcrelEMS Energy Management Platform: Charging station energy statistics, PUE analysis, revenue reports and load early warning;
  4. PV metering meters and anti-reflux devices: Supporting equipment for PV-EV charging integrated solutions.

9. Contact Us for Technical Support

Acrel Co., Ltd.

Contact: Binn Xiao

WhatsApp: +86 15076062079

Email:binn@acrel-electric.com