An ultra-fast EV charger is a Direct Current (DC) charging station capable of delivering extremely high power outputs (typically 120kW to 320kW or more). Unlike standard AC chargers that take hours, ultra-fast chargers can replenish most compatible electric vehicles to 80% battery capacity in 15 to 30 minutes, making them essential for highway corridors and quick-turnaround fleets.
Standalone Ultra-Fast EV Charging for High-Demand Locations
Standalone ultra-fast EV chargers provide high-power DC charging for locations where speed, turnover and charger availability are critical. Suitable power levels must be selected according to vehicle compatibility, grid capacity, expected demand and future expansion.
Engineered for Rapid Turnaround
What is an ultra-fast EV charger?
An ultra-fast EV charger is a Direct Current (DC) charging station capable of delivering extremely high power outputs (typically 120kW to 320kW or more). Unlike standard AC chargers that take hours, ultra-fast chargers can replenish most compatible electric vehicles to 80% battery capacity in 15 to 30 minutes, making them essential for highway corridors and quick-turnaround fleets.
The Challenge of High-Power Charging Infrastructure
As EV adoption grows, drivers and fleet operators demand fueling experiences comparable to traditional petrol stations. However, deploying ultra-fast chargers is not just a hardware purchase; it is a significant electrical engineering project.
A single 320kW charger draws more power than an entire small commercial building. Most existing fuel stations and roadside stops lack the grid transformer capacity to support even one of these units. In hot climates, maintaining these power levels requires serious thermal management to prevent the charger from derating (slowing down) due to heat.
System Components
60-80kW DC Fast Chargers
Compact DC chargers for moderate turnaround locations.
For retail destinations, restaurants, or workplaces where dwell time is 1-2 hours.
120-180kW Ultra-Fast Chargers
High-power units capable of rapid charging.
For highway service stations and short-stop commercial hubs.
320kW+ High-Power Systems
The fastest available charging technology with liquid-cooled cables.
For major transit corridors and heavy-duty electric truck fleets.
Ideal Applications
Highway Corridors
Enabling long-distance EV travel with 15-minute top-ups.
Fuel Stations
Modernizing existing forecourts to capture the EV charging market.
Commercial Fleets
Rapid turnaround for delivery vans and electric taxis.
Public Charging Networks
Building high-visibility, premium charging hubs in urban centers.
Deployment Process
1. Assess
Evaluate site operating hours and target vehicle categories.
2. Analyse
Conduct a grid-capacity assessment and transformer review.
3. Design
Engineer safety and protection architecture, including thermal management.
4. Configure
Select payment and access options (POS, App, RFID).
5. Procure and Deploy
Complete civils, electrical installation, and commissioning.
6. Monitor and Optimise
Provide ongoing maintenance and remote monitoring.
Information We Need
- Required charger power (kW)
- Number of chargers required
- Vehicle categories (Passenger, Commercial, Heavy Duty)
- Grid connection capacity
- Transformer information
- Payment requirements
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Request an Ultra-Fast Charging Proposal
Gletscher Energy will review your project requirements and recommend the next technical planning step.
- Engineering review of submitted details
- Initial feasibility assessment
- Direct consultation booking