Yes, load balancing is often necessary when installing multiple charging stations or when simultaneously charging multiple electric vehicles at the same location. Load balancing ensures that the available electrical capacity is distributed in an efficient and balanced way among the charging stations or vehicles.
By applying load balancing, overloading of the power grid can be prevented. It evenly distributes the available electrical current over the connected charging points, keeping the total power consumption within capacity limits. This prevents main fuses from blowing or voltage issues from arising.
In addition, load balancing can also help optimize charging time. By efficiently distributing the available power, the charging stations or vehicles can be charged in a faster and more effective manner. This is especially important in situations where there is a limited amount of time available for charging, such as at public charging stations or shared parking facilities.
Moreover, load balancing can reduce the costs of electric charging. By optimally distributing the electrical capacity, the total energy consumption can be optimized and potential overcapacity costs can be avoided.
In short, load balancing is essential to ensure that charging multiple electric vehicles at a location runs smoothly, the power grid is not overloaded, and charging time and costs are optimized.

Ole Diepstraten
Product & Energy Advisor
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duurzaam@chargeblock.nl