A solution for homes that can’t electrify without a service upgrade.
No utility approvals. No material delays. Order, install, and charge on.
Meet the EV Tap
The EV Tap™ by Stepwise is an Energy Management Device tested and certified to UL standards*. It allows you to expand your customer base and stay competitive by offering practical at home charging solutions
EV Tap™ Benefits:
Install max power Level-2 charging on almost any service
Dynamic charging to stay within 80% of the panel rating
Service load-calculations not required per NEC Articles 625.42 and 750.30(C)
*Tested to UL916 (starting February 2024)
Built with your growth in mind
Make customers happy
Stepwise makes it more affordable to electrify home appliances
Sell more jobs
No lengthy utility approvals, just install and invoice
Get repeat business
Energy insights and proactive appliance diagnostics for starts
Step by step electrification solutions
The Tap Series™ by Stepwise are modules that dynamically load balance select 240-volt appliances within a home. When paired with Wi-Fi enabled EV Chargers, Heat Pumps, or Hot Water Heaters, they allow for installation without affecting the panel’s load calculation or your customers comfort. HVAC solutions are coming soon.
FAQs
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Best suited for single-family and small multi-family properties with 100A-200A electrical services that are at capacity. Reach out to us about other use cases you would like to see.
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The charging load will be omitted from the overall load-calculation per NEC Article 750.30 C.
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Compatible with all Level-2 chargers and outlets available in North America. When paired with wi-fi capable smart chargers, power throttling will be an integrated feature of the EV Tap™.
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Electricians using Stepwise have reported achieving higher hourly profit margins and a smoother installation experience when compared to a service upgrade.
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Customer’s are wary of “This is the only way!”. Separate yourself from the competition by giving your customers options. Win today and be the go-to Sparky for tomorrow’s project.
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Stepwise is quick to easy to install and practical for many use cases. Compared to a smart panel, which can cost >$10K to install, it is a fraction of the cost, and is designed by electricians for electricians.
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EV Tap™ launches in Massachusetts and Rhode Island in February 2024, with new geographies to be announced. Order the device here (coming soon).
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Stepwise supports 100A, 150A, and 200A electric panels.
Pre orders will be available starting May 2024.
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