Fluke Corporation has launched the Fluke FEV500, an all-in-one testing solution designed specifically for fast DC Level 3 EV charging stations. The FEV500 acts like a virtual electric vehicle, enabling technicians in the field to quickly perform comprehensive safety and operability tests on-site without the cost, complexity, or uncertainty of using an actual EV—helping ensure charging stations remain safe, reliable, and fully operational.
Unlike traditional AC chargers, these high-powered stations operate at extreme energy levels and rely on complex digital communication protocols, making safety, reliability, and uptime critical concerns for operators.
“With the FEV500, Fluke is redefining how fast DC EV charging stations are tested and maintained,” said Martijn Gerlag, EMEA Application Engineer at Fluke Corporation. “These high-powered, complex stations are critical infrastructure, and ensuring their safety, reliability, and uptime is essential. Our all-in-one solution acts like a virtual electric vehicle, allowing technicians to diagnose, test, and validate stations on-site—reducing risk, accelerating service, and enabling the EV charging industry to scale with confidence.”
Over a quarter of public EV charging attempts in some European regions fail, even when stations appear to be online.* Given the high failure rates, improving testing efficiency has never been more critical. The FEV500 makes testing more efficient by replacing the need for multiple tools – including a digital multimeter, insulation tester, and oscilloscope – while also providing technicians with guided instructions on critical testing criteria.
- One-Tool Testing: The tool combines performance, interoperability, and safety checks in a single device. The FEV500 is designed to meet ISO 15118 and DIN SPEC70121 international standards for digital communication between electric vehicles and electric vehicle supply equipment.
- EV Simulation: The FEV500 tests the charging infrastructure without requiring an external power source. It can also simulate real-world charging and communication scenarios to validate interoperability and performance.
- Best Practice Standardisation: The tool provides actionable data for regulatory compliance, maintenance planning, and performance forecasting. It delivers fast PASS/FAIL results with guided workflows, so technicians have access to best practices for commissioning, maintaining, and troubleshooting a fast DC station without the need for advanced training.
- User-Friendly Interface: Technicians can avoid the need for manual input, as the tool has an intuitive auto-test feature, and test data is input directly to the device. The FEV500 is also portable and provides clear guidance on what to test, even for complex fast DC stations.
- Time-Saving: Fleet operators and technicians can troubleshoot without needing to open the charging station, avoiding costly downtime. All tests can be conducted through a single connection point, with no disassembly required.
For more information and to purchase the Fluke FEV500, visit Fluke FEV500.
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