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Plan to manage eBike charging
This article describes the installation planning. For on-site implementation and equipment configuration on the Climkit platform, refer to the links at the end of the article.
1. Management of eBike charging
Climkit offers a turnkey solution for charging light electric vehicles (eBikes, scooters, light electric vehicles like postal delivery trikes, etc.).
The system combines an RFID reader with a numeric keypad and one or more relay meters. Each relay meter measures the energy consumed and controls the power supply to a dedicated electrical socket.
Operation:
- The user identifies themselves with their badge and enters the number of the desired socket on the keypad.
- If the badge is valid, the corresponding relay activates, powering the socket. A transaction is created and the meter takes an initial reading.
- To finish, the user badges again and enters the socket number. The meter takes a second reading and the energy consumed is recorded on their account.
- Via the online platform, Climkit directly bills the consumption to users with a price per kWh that takes into account both electricity costs and the maintenance and depreciation fees of the machines.
Wiring diagram
Surface-mounted socket installation
Surface-mounted socket installation
Using a socket with an LED indicates when the relay is switched on.
Climkit Offer
The standard Climkit offer includes the elements necessary for the system's operation: hardware equipment, software features, as well as services related to the setup.
All hardware is provided preconfigured to simplify installation and ensure proper communication of the meters.
- Equipment:
- LAN router or 4G Router
- Climkit Gateway
- PoE Switch
- Wi-Fi Access Points
- Wi-Fi access point controller
- RFID reader with keypad
- Wi-Fi single-phase relay meter
- Software features:
- Management of RFID readers and relay meters for eBikes
- Setup service:
- Technical coordination and meter reading verification
- Administrative setup
All products are ordered directly from Climkit.
In most cases, the installation can be carried out by the installer without on-site intervention from a Climkit technician.
Telephone assistance is available if necessary during commissioning.
Equipment details
4G Router
An internet connection is essential for the system to function. If no connection is available, Climkit can provide it via a 4G Router equipped with an active multi-operator SIM card.
Using the Climkit TRB140 4G Router offers several advantages:
- Simplified installation: the router installs easily inside the electrical panel, directly on the DIN rail
- Complete delivery: supplied with its DIN rail support and its 24V DC power supply
- Ready to use: delivered preconfigured with an activated SIM card
- Economical 4G subscription: low-cost internet connection
Climkit Gateway
Gateway between the solution and the web platform, the Gateway uses its RS485 port to connect directly to relay meters and RFID readers.
PoE Switch
When multiple devices must be connected via Ethernet, a switch is necessary.
Model provided: Teltonika TSW200 (or equivalent) - 8 Ethernet PoE ports + 2 SFP fiber optic ports.
The PoE ports power the Wi-Fi access points and RFID readers directly with electricity.
The SFP ports allow the interconnection of several buildings on a site (see Microgrid diagram) via fiber optics through a single internet router.
The switch is delivered with a DIN rail support and its 48V DC 150W DIN power supply.
Wi-Fi Access Points
Wi-Fi access points create a wireless network covering the entire parking area, allowing the connection of charging stations without additional wiring.
The recommended coverage radius per access point is approximately 15 m, which is roughly two rows of 10 spaces facing each other. In practice, obstacles (walls, materials, vehicles) significantly reduce the range. To guarantee a stable and redundant connection, a minimum of 2 access points is systematically provided. As a guide, a parking lot of 80 to 100 spaces requires 4 to 6 access points, depending on the configuration and obstacles present.
Wi-Fi access point controller
The Omada OC200 controller optimizes the Wi-Fi network and manages the connection of devices to the various access points.
It is easily installed on the DIN rail in the electrical panel and is powered exclusively via PoE from the Ethernet PoE switch.
It also generates alerts in the event of an access point failure or areas with insufficient Wi-Fi signal coverage.
RFID reader with numeric keypad
The RFID reader with numeric keypad allows the selection and activation of distinct charges such as sockets for charging eBikes.
The RFID reader connects to the same IT network as the Gateway via Ethernet and is powered by PoE (through the same Ethernet cable).
Wi-Fi single-phase relay meter
The Shelly 1PM is a single-phase relay meter (max 16A).
It is generally used to control the switching on and off of a T13 or T23 socket into which it fits easily.
It connects via WLAN (Wi-Fi).
