7.4kW Smart EV Charger with PEN Fault Detection and Rear-Entry Cable Access The Hydra Notus is a 7.4kW single phase smart EV charger designed for UK homes. Available as an untethered Type 2 socket or with a 5m tethered Type 2 cable, with optional 4G SIM module. Includes built-in PEN fault detection (no earth electrode needed on PME supplies) and 6mA DC leakage protection that satisfies the Type B RCD requirement when paired with a standard Type A RCD upstream. Wi-Fi, Ethernet and 4G connectivity. Controlled via the free Hydra Nexus Pro App with scheduling, RFID activation, and remote start/stop. OCPP 1.6 compatible. Rear-entry cable access gives flexibility on retrofit installations. Key Features 7.4kW / 32A single phase output Built-in PEN fault detection (no earth electrode required on PME) Built-in 6mA DC leakage protection Wi-Fi, Ethernet and 4G connectivity (4G via optional SIM module) Hydra Nexus Pro App for scheduling and remote control Built-in RFID reader, OCPP 1.6 compatible Optional CT clamp for solar charging integration Optional CT clamp for domestic load balancing Over/undervoltage, over/undercurrent, missing ground and overtemperature protection IP55 enclosure (socketed and tethered), IK10 impact rating Rear-entry cable access for flexible installation 5m integrated cable on tethered variants Tariff Compatibility Octopus Intelligent Go, Octopus Go, Octopus Agile, OVO Charge Anytime, E.ON Drive, British Gas Electric Driver. Specifications Power Output Up to 7.4kW / 32A single phase Nominal Supply 230V AC ±20% Overcurrent Protection 40A external MCB Installation Networks TN, IT, TT Connector IEC 62196 Type 2, IP54 lid, electrical lock Connection Type 1P+N+PE Enclosure Rating IP55 socketed and tethered, IK10 Operating Temperature -30°C to 50°C Dimensions 260 × 260 × 120mm Weight 5kg socketed / 7kg tethered Supply Cable Size 6mm² minimum Cable Entry M25 × 1.5 entry gland (bottom or rear) Installation Indoor or outdoor, wall or pedestal mount Certifications EN IEC 62196, EN IEC 61851 OZEV Approved Yes