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Product image: ClipperCreek / Enphase. Used for identification only.
HCS-40 is a 32 A Level 2 charger documented in the ClipperCreek/Enphase range. Identify the exact HCS-40, HCS-40P or ruggedized replacement SKU before specifying cable length, mounting, controls or procurement.
| Charger type | Level 2 AC; HCS-40 family |
| Rated output | 32 A; approximately 7.7 kW at 240 V |
| Connector | J1772 on the cited HCS-40 model |
| Documented example | HCS-40-C13-L18-157-CC: hardwired, 18-foot cable |
| Cable variants | Cable length is SKU-specific; do not assume every HCS-40 has a 25-foot cable |
| Enclosure | NEMA 4 on the cited model; follow installation and maintenance instructions |
| Operating model | Basic non-networked charging; separate control variants require confirmation |
| Billing and reporting | Do not assume app, RFID, commercial billing or OCPP service |
| Replacement planning | Enphase lists end-of-life and replacement SKUs for parts of the HCS line |
| Installation | Confirm branch circuit, mounting and applicable model instructions |
| Warranty | Obtain terms for the actual unit and purchase date |
| Availability | Legacy listing is not evidence of stock or a delivery commitment |
Consider basic charging when users and parking access are already controlled and session billing is not needed. Establish a maintenance contact rather than assuming failure-free operation.
Read the installed nameplate and compare replacement mounting, connector and control requirements. A similar enclosure or model name is not proof of an interchangeable unit.
A non-networked charger may suit a household that does not need app-based controls. Check vehicle scheduling, daily energy needs and the exact available product before ordering.
| Line item | Scope to confirm |
|---|---|
| Equipment or replacement | Exact HCS SKU, cable and mounting accessories |
| Existing installation review | Nameplate, circuit condition, protection and replacement compatibility |
| Electrical work | Circuit route and any wiring or panel changes |
| Parking installation | Wall or approved pedestal mounting and cable protection |
| Approvals and handover | Permits, inspection and owner operating instructions |
| Project total | Site-specific written quote |
For a replacement, identify what can safely be retained and what requires new work. For a new installation, compare operating requirements before choosing non-networked equipment.
Section 30C is unavailable for property placed in service after June 30, 2026. For qualifying property placed in service from January 1, 2023 through that date, the residential credit was 30% with a $1,000 limit per item at a main home. The business credit was 6%, or 30% when applicable prevailing-wage and apprenticeship requirements were met, with a $100,000 limit per item. Eligible location and other requirements still apply. The IRS defines an item as each charging port, fuel dispenser or storage property—not automatically an entire cabinet or household. Confirm historical eligibility and cost allocation with a tax adviser before filing Form 8911. Do not assume state or utility funding is available for a particular model or site. IRS guidance (opens in a new tab).
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View specShare the HCS nameplate or proposed parking location to discuss replacement compatibility, basic charging needs and installation scope.
Manufacturer source check: 2026-09-14. References below support model-specific facts, not NuWatt installation history, current stock, an installed-price offer or guaranteed performance. Document generations differ; confirm the quoted SKU, service terms and site requirements before ordering.
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