Emporia Classic Level 2 EV Charger — 48A, J1772 or NACS
Description
The Emporia Classic is a straightforward Level 2 EV charger: up to 48 A hardwired or 40 A from a NEMA 14-50 outlet, a 25 ft cable, and a watertight NEMA Type 4 enclosure for a garage wall or an outside one.
It has no load management, so it needs a dedicated circuit with room in your panel. Scheduling, time-of-use charging and a monthly charging report run in the Emporia app over 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi.
Shipping and Delivery
Delivery: Free shipping on most orders within the continental United States; Alaska and Hawaii are excluded.
Dispatch: It ships from Emporia by parcel carrier, at about 18 lb boxed.
At delivery: Check the box and the charger before you sign, and contact us within 48 hours with photos if anything arrives damaged.
Key Features
48 A, 11.5 kW: Hardwired, or 40 A and 9.6 kW from a NEMA 14-50 outlet.
J1772 or NACS: The NACS connector has a built-in UHF sensor that opens a Tesla's charge port as you approach.
Emporia app: Custom schedules, time-of-use charging, the live charge rate and a monthly charging report.
Outdoor rated: A watertight NEMA Type 4 enclosure, rated for -22°F to 122°F, with no ventilation required.
Built-in protection: Ground-fault protection at 15 to 20 mA, constant ground monitoring, and a cable that is de-energized once it is unplugged from the car.
Cable management: A 25 ft cable with a wall-mounted connector holder.
Load management later: The PowerSmart Upgrade kit adds a Vue 3 monitor and load management to a Classic.
Product Specifications
| Output | 11.5 kW at 240 V, 48 A hardwired; 9.6 kW at 240 V, 40 A plug-in |
| Output at 208 V | 10 kW at 48 A; 8.3 kW at 40 A |
| Input | 208/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Connector | SAE J1772 or NACS (SAE J3400) |
| Cable length | 25 ft, with a wall-mounted connector holder |
| Power connection | NEMA 14-50 plug on a 25 in cord (40 A), or hardwire whip (48 A) |
| Required breaker | Dedicated double-pole: 60 A for 48 A, 50 A for 40 A |
| Breaker settings | 15 to 60 A breakers, charge rate set in the app at 12 to 48 A |
| Ground-fault protection | Built in, 15 to 20 mA trip |
| Enclosure | Watertight NEMA Type 4, indoor or outdoor |
| Operating temperature | -22°F to 122°F (-30°C to 50°C) |
| Ventilation | None required |
| Dimensions | 12.6 x 9.1 x 3.4 in (320 x 230 x 86 mm) |
| Shipping weight | About 18 lb |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, 802.11 b/g/n |
| Safety certification | UL 2594, certificate UL-US-2208966-9, for model EMEVSE1 (white) |
| ENERGY STAR | Certified, ID 2397026, models EMEVSE1 (white) and EMEVSE1-B (black) |
| Warranty | 3 years |
What's Included
In the box: The Classic with its 25 ft cable and J1772 or NACS connector, a power cable with a NEMA 14-50 plug or a hardwire whip, a mounting bracket with screws and drywall anchors, and a wall-mounted connector holder with screws and anchors.
Installation and Compatibility
Electrician work: A hardwired charger, or a new 14-50 outlet, is a job for a licensed electrician. Installation is not included. Have your electrician confirm the panel rating, breaker space and any local GFCI rule before the charger arrives.
Connector: Match it to your car's port. J1772 fits most non-Tesla EVs in North America, and NACS fits Tesla and other NACS vehicles.
Check your panel: The Classic needs a dedicated circuit. If your panel has no room for one, add the PowerSmart Upgrade kit, or choose the Emporia Pro, which has load management built in.
Breaker: A dedicated 60 A double-pole breaker for 48 A hardwired, or 50 A for the 40 A plug-in. On a smaller breaker, the charge rate is set lower in the app behind a PIN: 32 A on 40 A, 24 A on 30 A, or 16 A on 20 A.
Wire: 6 AWG copper rated 90°C for a 48 A hardwired circuit.
NEMA 14-50 outlet: It must be an industrial-grade receptacle rated for continuous duty at 50 A, such as Hubbell, Leviton, Bryant or Cooper (Eaton). A standard residential outlet is not built for nightly EV charging.
GFCI breakers: The charger has its own ground-fault protection, so a GFCI breaker on the same circuit can trip without cause. Where code requires a GFCI breaker on a 14-50 outlet, choose the hardwired version.
Mounting: The bottom of the charger at least 24 in above the floor, with the connector holder at least 12 in to the side.
Wi-Fi: Check the 2.4 GHz signal where the charger will hang. A weak signal may need an extender for the app features.
Plug-in to hardwired: The plug-in version can be converted to hardwired later.
Setup help: Questions about installation, setup or the app come to us first.
Warranty
Term: 3 years from the date of delivery on the charger, against defects in materials and workmanship, for chargers installed in North America following the included installation guide.
Not covered: Water damage, use outside the installation guide or Emporia's instructions, and changes to the hardware, including drilled holes. Labor for diagnosis, removal or reinstallation is not covered, and neither is shipping a faulty unit back.
Claims: Keep your order confirmation. Contact us first with your order number and a description of the fault, and we take the claim to Emporia. Emporia repairs or replaces the faulty hardware, or refunds what was paid for it.
Replacement first: When Emporia sends a replacement charger first, the faulty one goes back within 2 weeks of the replacement being installed.
Returns: Within 30 days of delivery, unused and in the original packaging, under our return and refund policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which connector for a Tesla?
Either works. NACS plugs straight in and opens the charge port as you walk up. J1772 needs a J1772-to-NACS adapter, which is not included. The NACS version is priced a little higher.
My panel is full. What now?
The Classic needs its own circuit. Add the PowerSmart Upgrade kit to give it load management, or choose the Emporia Pro, which includes it and is priced below a Classic plus the kit when you are buying new.
Can I install it outside?
Yes. The enclosure is watertight NEMA Type 4 and rated from -22°F to 122°F. Mounted right side up under cover, it does best outdoors.
Plug-in or hardwired?
Plug-in tops out at 40 A on a NEMA 14-50 outlet; hardwired reaches 48 A. If local code calls for a GFCI breaker on the outlet, choose hardwired.
Does it monitor my home's energy use?
No. It reports on charging only. The PowerSmart Upgrade kit or the Emporia Pro adds whole-home monitoring.
Certifications
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UL Certificate of Compliance — Classic Level 2 EV Charger Valid
- Certificate
- UL-US-2208966-9
- Issued by
- UL LLC (UL Solutions) OSHA NRTL
- Model
- EMEVSE1 / EMEVSE1-X
- Standards
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- UL 2594, 3rd Ed. (2022-12-15)
- Effective
- Dec 21, 2023
Each record is taken from the certificate itself or the issuing body’s register. A radio or EMC authorization is not a product-safety listing — every record states its own scope.
Documents
Shipping & returns
Returns follow the stated return window — see returns & exchanges. Freight returns are arranged by our team.
Who it is for
For a panel with room to spare
The Emporia Classic is a 48-amp Level 2 charger for homes that can already give it a dedicated circuit: a 60-amp double-pole breaker hardwired, or 50-amp for the NEMA 14-50 plug version. It charges, schedules and reports through the free Emporia app, and on its own it does not manage your home's load. If your panel has no room for that circuit, the Emporia Pro is the better fit when buying new: it includes PowerSmart load management. Already own a Classic? The PowerSmart Upgrade kit adds the same load management.
- Max output, hardwired at 48A
- 11.5 kW
- Plug-in output, NEMA 14-50 at 40A
- 9.6 kW
- Charging cable
- 25 ft
- Charger warranty
- 3 years
What sets the Classic apart
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48A hardwired or 40A plug-in
11.5 kW on a dedicated 60A breaker, or 9.6 kW from a NEMA 14-50 outlet
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J1772 or NACS
The NACS connector has a built-in sensor that opens the Tesla charge port
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Rated for outdoor mounting
Watertight NEMA Type 4 enclosure, -22°F to 122°F
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UL 2594 certified white model
Certificate UL-US-2208966-9 for model EMEVSE1; ENERGY STAR on both colors
A dedicated charger that does one job
Level 2 speed, any EV, indoors or out
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A full charge overnight
Up to 48 amps hardwired, up to 7 times faster than a regular outlet. Schedule charging for the hours your utility charges least, and check the live charge rate and a monthly charging report in the app.
11.5 kW at 48A · 9.6 kW at 40A
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One charger for any EV
Choose J1772 for most non-Tesla EVs, or NACS for Tesla and other NACS vehicles. The 25-foot cable stores on a wall-mounted holder.
SAE J1772 or SAE J3400 (NACS), 25 ft cable
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Built for the garage or the driveway
The Type 4 enclosure is watertight, so the Classic can be mounted indoors or outside. It is rated from -22°F to 122°F.
NEMA Type 4 · ENERGY STAR (ID 2397026)
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When the panel is the problem, you have two routes
The Classic needs a dedicated circuit of its own. If the panel cannot give it one, add the PowerSmart Upgrade kit — Emporia's Vue monitor plus load management, the same pairing the Pro ships with — and the Classic throttles its charging to stay within the panel's rating. Buying new, the Pro includes it and costs less than the two together.
PowerSmart: standard on the Pro, a $200 kit for the Classic
How the Classic compares
Three 48–50A home chargers side by side
| Feature | Emporia Classic | Emporia Pro | Autel AC Elite 50A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max output at 240V | 11.5 kW at 48A | 11.5 kW at 48A | 12 kW at 50A |
| Plug-in option | NEMA 14-50, 40A (9.6 kW) | NEMA 14-50, 40A (9.6 kW) | Hardwired only |
| Breaker for full output | 60A double-pole | 60A double-pole | 70A |
| Connector | J1772 or NACS | J1772 or NACS | J1772 |
| Cable length | 25 ft | 25 ft | 25 ft |
| Load management | PowerSmart Upgrade kit, $200 | PowerSmart, included | Adaptive Load Management |
| Whole-home energy monitoring | With the PowerSmart kit (Vue 3 included) | Vue 3 monitor included | Not listed |
| Enclosure | NEMA Type 4 | NEMA Type 4 | NEMA 4X |
| Operating temperature | -22°F to 122°F | -22°F to 122°F | -40°F to 131°F |
| Dimensions | 12.6 × 9.1 × 3.4 in | 11.5 × 8.1 × 3.1 in | 13.2 × 7.4 × 3.3 in |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years (Vue 3: 1 year) | 3 years |
Full specifications
Specifications for the Emporia Classic
- Model
- EMEVSE1 (white) / EMEVSE1-B (black)
- Input voltage
- 208/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
- Charge power
- 11.5 kW (240V/48A) · 9.6 kW (240V/40A) · 10 kW (208V/48A) · 8.3 kW (208V/40A)
- Required breaker
- Dedicated 60A+ double-pole for 48A; dedicated 50A+ double-pole for 40A
- Connector
- SAE J1772 or NACS (SAE J3400) on a 25 ft cable; built-in UHF sensor opens the Tesla charge port
- Install methods
- NEMA 14-50 plug (up to 40A) with 25 in cord, or hardwired (up to 48A)
- GFCI
- Internal, 15 to 20 mA trip. Use a non-GFCI panel breaker; where code requires GFCI on a NEMA 14-50 circuit, choose hardwired
- Safety features
- Connector de-energized when uncoupled; continuous ground monitoring shuts off charging if ground is missing; no ventilation required
- Connectivity
- Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, 802.11 b/g/n
- App features
- Custom charging schedules, time-of-use scheduling, real-time charging rate, monthly charging report
- Enclosure
- Watertight NEMA Type 4, indoor or outdoor
- Operating temperature
- -22°F to 122°F (-30°C to 50°C)
- Dimensions
- 12.6 × 9.1 × 3.4 in (320 × 230 × 86 mm)
- Certifications
- Safety: UL 2594, certificate UL-US-2208966-9, for model EMEVSE1 (white). EMC: FCC, ISED. ENERGY STAR ID 2397026, both colors
- Safety standards
- NEC 625, SAE J1772, SAE J3400, UL 817, UL 991, UL 2251, UL 2594
- Load management
- Not included. Add the PowerSmart Upgrade kit (Vue 3 monitor and PowerSmart activation), sold here for $200
- In the box
- Charging station with cable and J1772 or NACS connector, power cable (NEMA 14-50 plug or hardwire whip), mounting bracket, connector holder, screws and drywall anchors
- Warranty
- 3 years
Other ways to charge at home
- Emporia Pro Level 2 EV Charger — 48A with PowerSmart Load Management Adds PowerSmart load management and the Vue 3 whole-home monitor, for a panel without room for a 60A circuit. $599.00
- Emporia PowerSmart Upgrade — Load Management for the Classic Charger The Vue 3 monitor and PowerSmart activation for a Classic you already own — the Pro's load management, added later. $200.00
- Autel AC Lite Home — 50A 12kW Level 2 EV Charger, Hardwired J1772, Wi-Fi + Bluetooth Autel's hardwired 50A J1772 charger, with wired Ethernet and four finishes. From $479.00
- All EV chargers Every Level 2 charger we carry, with output, connector and install type side by side.
Plain answers
Panel capacity, connectors and installation
My panel is full. Will the Classic work?
Not without a dedicated circuit. For a full panel, PowerSmart load management is the route: standard on the Pro, and available for the Classic as the PowerSmart Upgrade kit, which puts a Vue monitor in the panel. Buying new, the Emporia Pro is the cheaper route. If you already own a Classic, the kit is the fix.
Which connector for a Tesla?
NACS plugs straight in, and its built-in UHF sensor opens the Tesla charge port. J1772 needs a J1772-to-NACS adapter, which is not included. On the Classic the NACS version costs more than J1772.
Plug-in or hardwired?
The plug-in version uses a NEMA 14-50 outlet on a 50A breaker and tops out at 40A (9.6 kW). Hardwiring on a 60A breaker gives the full 48A (11.5 kW). The charger has its own internal GFCI, so use a non-GFCI panel breaker to avoid nuisance tripping. Where local code requires a GFCI breaker on a NEMA 14-50 circuit, choose the hardwired version. Your electrician will know which applies.
Can it be installed outdoors?
Yes. The enclosure is watertight NEMA Type 4, rated for indoor or outdoor installation from -22°F to 122°F.
Does it monitor my home's energy use?
Not on its own. It reports on charging only. Whole-home monitoring comes from Emporia's Vue monitor, which is included with the Pro and in the PowerSmart Upgrade kit for the Classic.
Does it need Wi-Fi?
For the app features, yes. Scheduling, time-of-use charging and reports run over 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, so check the signal where the charger will hang. A weak signal may need an extender.
Before you order
Have a licensed electrician confirm your panel rating and breaker space before the charger arrives: a dedicated 60A double-pole breaker for 48A hardwired, or 50A for the 40A plug-in version. They should also check whether local code requires a GFCI breaker on a NEMA 14-50 circuit, which decides the variant you order.
Ships by parcel carrier. Free shipping on most orders within the continental United States; Alaska and Hawaii are excluded. Installation is not included.
Emporia warrants the charger for 3 years from delivery, for installations in North America made per the installation guide; the warranty does not cover labor. Returns are handled under our return and refund policy.
We do not install. Our installer partner Treehouse quotes licensed electricians for Level 2 charger installation — request an installation quote. Mark in the form that you already have a charger. We may receive a referral fee when you book through our Treehouse link.
