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aspect and the AK E-mobility distribution enclosure demand for publicly and commercially located
is ready-supplied with an integrated end current e-bike charging points. The BCS 2.0 e-bike charging
circuit, protected by an integrated residual current station is based on Spelsberg’s GEOS industrial
circuit breaker and a separate miniature circuit enclosure, designed for outdoor use to provide
breaker, according to IEC 60364-7-722. The protection under any weather condition. Able to
integrated ventilation design also avoids condensate safely house e-bike charging circuits and
water inside the enclosure, which could damage the components, the BCS 2.0 also includes an LED
electrics. display and with WLAN connectivity, a web portal
To safely house and protect EV charging point provides a range of analytics for easy usage,
power supply, the modular GTi low voltage diagnostics and maintenance information. E-cyclists
switchgear enclosures can be pre-fabricated and can also download an app to quickly identify their
integrated with short switch-off times. The robust, nearest bike charging station.
polycarbonate design protects against UV and harsh As the rate of electric vehicle growth continues
weather conditions and secures against dust ingress to increase, so does the dependence on charging
without corrosion. They’re easy to fit which means points. Safe, secure protection of charging point
simple and safe extension of the existing switchgear. electrical distribution and components are
Despite their smaller size, chargers supplied paramount to support EV growth. Wherever the
with e-bikes are generally for home use where it is installation is located, Spelsberg is providing a
assumed they will be less exposed to heavy use or tailored enclosure.
inclement weather. However, there is a growing www.spelsberg.co.uk

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