IEC 62196 Type 1 (SAE J1772 coupler)
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Also known as: Type 1, J1772, J-plug, SAE J1772, Yazaki
Single-phase AC connector common on older/imported EVs.
CurrentAC
Typical max power7.4 kW
Max voltage250 V
Phases1
LockingManual latch (no motorised lock)
CommunicationControl-pilot PWM signalling (IEC 61851-1 / SAE J1772); no high-level PLC in the AC-only variant.
RegionsNorth America, Japan
Vehicle marketsUS, JP, older imports in PK
Typical use: Single-phase AC home and destination charging on North-American / Japanese EVs and older imports.
Compatibility: A Type 1 vehicle needs a Type 1 cable or a Type 2-to-Type 1 cable; it cannot three-phase charge.
What this means in Pakistan
Seen on used imports (e.g. older Nissan Leaf, some US-spec EVs). New EVs sold in Pakistan use Type 2.
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