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NEXPHASE™ Smart EV Switchgear

NEXPHASE™ Smart EV Switchgear

The NexPhase™ Smart EV Switchgear is a turnkey EV charging infrastructure solution. NexPhase™ integrates all necessary components required between the utility service and Level 3 DC fast chargers into an all-in-one panel solution.

THE NEXPHASE™ ADVANTAGE

NexPhase™ features cutting-edge grid intelligence for utility power and EV charger remote monitoring, troubleshooting, and control. As the vital link between the utility power and chargers, NexPhase™ provides uptime features that chargers alone cannot offer.

Integrated power distribution / utility termination solution

Remotely monitored & controlled circuit breakers

Embedded power quality monitoring with advanced analytics

Remote EV charger hard reboot capabilities

Advanced charger outage troubleshooting

Facilitates greater charger uptime

Universal charger compatibility

EUSERC compliant, UL Listed

BRANCH BREAKERS (MAXIMUM)

Up to 4 x 400 A or 2 x 600 A

CHARGER CONFIGURATIONS

Up to 4 x 200 kW or 2 x 360 kW

TURNKEY EV CHARGING ELECTRICAL INFRASTRUCTURE

NexPhase™ combines all of the electrical panels, equipment, and wiring that are tasked with receiving, distributing, and protecting a DC fast charging site’s power.

SIMPLIFY PLANNING

As a turnkey solution, NexPhase™ combines all traditional post-and-frame switchgear equipment into a single enclosure, eliminating the lengthy design and permitting process. NexPhase™ provides an integrated, single-cabinet, ready-to-install switchgear solution.

PURPOSE-BUILT FOR EV

NexPhase™ is designed specifically for electric vehicle DC fast charger applications. It combines the utility termination cabinet, utility current transformer cabinet (CT), main service breaker, and 480 V 3-phase branch breakers into a single, UL 891 listed / NEMA rated enclosure for outdoor environments.

RAPID COMMISSIONING

NexPhase™ requires only the on-site connections for incoming utility power, utility meter connection, and outgoing charger connections, drastically reducing on-site installation time and costs.

CHARGER FLEXIBILITY

Integrated adjustable circuit breakers allow NexPhase™ to accommodate a wide range of DC fast charger kW ratings and site configurations, regardless of the charger manufacturer.

UTILITY-READY

With an integrated meter socket and test switch plate, current transformer mounting plates, and utility service connections, NexPhase™ is ready to accommodate your local utility connections.

EUSERC COMPLIANT

Franklin Electric has worked with EUSERC since 2022 to ensure NexPhase™ meets their stringent design guidelines and is suitable for utility applications. With involvement from 80 utilities across 14 states, the EUSERC committee promotes uniform electric service requirements among its member utilities and establishes manufacturing and installation requirements for metering and service equipment.

EV CHARGING SITE SIMULATOR

Learn how to boost uptimes and reduce maintenance costs with NexPhase™

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INTELLIGENT MONITORING & CONTROL

At the core of NexPhase™ lies a commitment to charger reliability. With innovative features designed to streamline operations, reduce maintenance costs, and mitigate downtime, NexPhase™ sets a new standard for charger reliability and performance.

CONNECTED INFRASTRUCTURE

Unlike any switchgear of its kind, NexPhase™ features cutting-edge grid intelligence for switchgear and EV charger remote monitoring, troubleshooting, and control. As the vital link between the utility power and chargers, NexPhase™ provides uptime features and power analytics that chargers alone cannot offer.

REMOTE POWER CYCLING

Charger outages are routinely caused by a charger software or communication failure. Most frequently a hard power cycle of the charger is all that is needed to get the charger up again. The charge point operator simply cannot perform a hard reboot of a charger without sending a technician to the site. With NexPhase™, charge point operators can remotely cycle the circuit breakers avoiding extended downtime and costly maintenance calls.

INCREASE CHARGER UPTIME

With early detection of charger deficiencies and power availability provided by NexPhase™, operators are provided with the tools to identify outages, improve uptime, and enhance the reliability of their EV charging sites.

POWER QUALITY MONITORING

With near real-time monitoring of critical incoming utility power parameters such as Current, Voltage, Power Factor, Apparent Power, Active Power, and Reactive Power, an embedded power quality monitor empowers charge point operators with actionable data insights to optimize charger performance, apply predictive maintenance, and mitigate downtime.

SAFETY FEATURES

NexPhase™ offers integrated surge protection, ensuring reliability in the face of unexpected power surges or fluctuations. Added safety options include inputs for charger crash detection, flammable vapor monitoring, and flood detection along with inputs for remotely monitored E-Stop shutdown.

UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SUPPLY

In the event of a power outage, an embedded UPS allows NexPhase™ to capture and deliver a snapshot of current system conditions. This feature empowers operators with detailed information, enabling swift and accurate remote diagnosis to expedite resolution and minimize downtime.

UNITE™ WEB-BASED INTERFACE

An MQTTS Communication Protocol allows the NexPhase™ Hub to securely communicate with the web-based UNITE™ user interface. UNITE™ provides user-friendly access to monitoring information including:

Power Analysis

Current by Phase
Power Factor by Phase
Power Factor vs. Current
Voltage
Incoming utility power status
Max average power

Transaction Analysis

Energy consumption
Charge duration
EV Charger State
Max average power
Daily/weekly usage
Accumulated energy per post

NETWORK OVERSIGHT

Visualize your entire network geographically in a single map view. Confirm the status of all chargers and quickly key in on those that may require attention or maintenance.

DISCOVER UNITE™

ELECTRICAL

Utility Input	480 VAC Wye, 3-phase, L1, L2, L3 Neutral
Utility Connections	Up to 5 parallel runs (L1, L2, L3, N) 1/2" diameter, 13/4" NEMA bolt spacing for compression lug
Current Transformer	Ring type
Meter Socket	13 - 15 jaw ring type with test switch plate
Bus Capacity	2000 A
Main Service Circuit Breaker	480 VAC Wye connected, 3-phase, electronic adjustable trip unit: 1600 A frame (600 A - 1600 A)
Main Service Current Rating (SCCR)	65 kA
Ground Fault Detection	Main service breaker
Surge Protection Device (SPD)	Type 1/2, UL 1449
Arc Energy Reduction	NEC 240.87 Compliant Maintenance Mode
Number of 480 V Branch Breakers	Up to 4 electronic adjustable trip unit: 400 A frame (150 A - 400 A) OR 600 A frame (250 A - 600 A)
Output Connection	L1, L2, L3: up to 2 parallel runs 2/0-600 kcmil (AL/CU, 75 deg C, mechanical lug) Neutral: 1/2" diameter, 13/4" NEMA bolt spacing for compression lug Ground: 6AWG-350 kcmil (AL/CU, 90 deg C, mechanical lug)
UPS	Maintenance free uninterruptible capacitive power supply (cULus Listed, UL 508)
Technician-Ready GFCI Outlet	1 (15 A Max)

PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENT, COMPLIANCE, & SAFETY

Dimensions / Weight	391/2" Width x 551/2 " Depth x 87" Height / 1,750 pounds (794 kg)
Enclosure	NEMA 3R indoor/outdoor electrical cabinet
Electrical Code	Designed for NFPA70; NEC2020
Certifications / Approvals	UL Listed, UL891 (suitable for use as service equipment)
EUSERC	Meets drawings 322, 325, 332, 345, 347, 354

MONITORING / CONTROL

Power Quality Monitoring	- Current - Voltage - Power factor - Apparent power - Active power - Reactive power - Accumulated apparent energy - Accumulated active energy - Accumulated reactive energy
Transaction Data	- Energy Consumption - Charger power state - Charger duration - Max average power - Daily/weekly usage - Accumulated energy per post
Available Sensor Inputs	Tilt (qty 4), water, hydrocarbon, emergency stop
Breaker Status	Open / closed / trip
Remote Control	Open / close each EV charger breaker via motor operators

SOFTWARE INTERFACE

Remote Connectivity	Cellular or Ethernet Modem
Cloud Based Data Acquisition	MQTTS Protocol
User Interface	UNITE™ web-based, remote user interface (included - no subscription required)
API Data Integration	Available upon request for integration with existing business software platforms

SWITCHGEAR SERIES COMPARISON

	NEXPHASE™ 2 SERIES 1,600 A	NEXPHASE™ 3 SERIES 1,000 A	NEXPHASE™ 3 SERIES 2,000 A
Main Bus	2,000 A	1,000 A	2,000 A
Main Breaker	1,600 A	1,000 A	2,000 A
Branch Breakers (Maximum)	Up to 4 x 400 A or 2 x 600 A	Up to 4 x 400 A	Up to 4 x 600 A or 8 x 400 A
Charger Configurations	Up to 4 x 200 kW or 2 x 360 kW	Up to 4 x 180 kW	Up to 4 x 360 kW or 8 x 180 kW
Transform Requirements	480 V Wye	480 V Wye	480 V Wye
CT Cabinet	Integrated	Integrated	Integrated
Cabinet Mounted E-Stop	No	Optional	Optional
Footprint	40" x 54"	48" x 54"	48" x 54"
NEMA Rating	3R	3R	3R
Safety Compliance	UL 891	UL 891	UL 891
Meter Socket / Test Plate	Yes	No	No
Utility Compliance	EUSERC	Alliant Energy, Xcel Energy, WE Energies, WPS	Alliant Energy, Xcel Energy, WE Energies, WPS
Communication	Ethernet / Cellular	Ethernet / Cellular	Ethernet / Cellular
Remote Power Cycle	Yes	Yes	Yes
Remote Breaker Status	Yes	Yes	Yes
Power Monitoring	Yes (Main & Branches)	Yes	Yes
UNITE™ Software	Included	Included	Included