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38 kWh EV Battery Charging Time on 1.4 kW (120V 12A Level 1 Portable)

Real-world charging duration (10–80%, 20–80%, and 0–100%), range added per hour, charging cost, and electrical circuit breaker sizing.

10% to 80% Charge Time21h 07m20%–80%: 18h 06m
Full 0% to 100% Time30h 51mGrid Energy: 42.2 kWh
Driving Range Added / Hour+7.2 km/h+4.5 miles / hour
Circuit Breaker Required15A (NEC)11.7A @ 120V (1P)

Charging Time & Electrical Specification Table (38 kWh @ 1.4 kW)

EV Battery Usable Capacity38 kWh
Charger Output Rating1.4 kW (120V 12A Level 1 Portable)
10% to 80% Charging Time (Daily / Highway Optimal)21h 07m (21.11 hours)
20% to 80% Charging Time18h 06m (18.1 hours)
0% to 100% Full Charge Time (with BMS Tapering)30h 51m (30.84 hours)
Estimated Full Charge Cost (US / Germany / Sweden)$7.38 (US) · €14.35 (DE) · 69.63 kr (SE)
Continuous Current Draw & Breaker11.7 A @ 120V (1-Phase) → 15A NEC / 13A IEC Breaker

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to charge a 38 kWh EV battery at 1.4 kW?

Charging a 38 kWh electric vehicle battery from 10% to 80% on a 1.4 kW (120V 12A Level 1 Portable) takes approximately 21h 07m (or 30h 51m for a full 0% to 100% charge including charger efficiency and BMS tapering).

What breaker size is required for a 1.4 kW EV charger?

At 120V (1-Phase), a 1.4 kW charger draws 11.7A continuously, requiring a 15A breaker under US NEC 625.41 (125% continuous load rule) or a 13A breaker under European IEC/NEK standards.

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