Mini (3.3 kW)

The DeCharge Mini is a compact AC charger designed for low-power, high-density environments such as residential areas, small businesses. It is our most accessible charger, ideal for individuals and communities looking to get started with EV infrastructure with minimal friction.

Despite its small size, the Mini plays a critical role in building DeCharge’s distributed network delivering meaningful energy throughput in areas often ignored by traditional infrastructure players.

Technical Overview

Attribute
Specification

Rated Output Power

3.3 kW (AC)

Input

230V, 16A, 50Hz (single-phase)

Charging Interface

16A Socket

Connectivity Options

4G SIM (micro) / Wi-Fi

Protection Rating

IP65 / Outdoor-safe

Enclosure

UV-resistant polymer composite

Mounting Options

Wall-mounted

Firmware

OTA-enabled, secure metering

Ideal Use Cases

The Mini is built to serve locations where light EV traffic is expected, or where power infrastructure supports only single-phase input. This includes:

  • Homes and apartment garages

  • Small shops, cafes, and food outlets

  • Medical clinics and tuition centers

  • Suburban and rural towns with low grid capacity

  • Two-wheeler and three-wheeler fleet base stations

  • Host locations with limited power supply or space

It is a plug and play entry point for both individuals and community operators who want to participate in DeCharge’s rewards program with a lower capital footprint.

Network Role and Incentive Profile

The Mini may be the smallest in power output but it plays a major role in the network. With enough deployment density, Minis offer:

  • Shorter wait times for drivers

  • Local coverage in underserved areas

  • High uptime reliability due to lower electrical load

  • High frequency micro-transactions ideal for rewards scaling

Reward Tier: Base Tier Despite its modest power output, Minis qualify for energy rewards, uptime bonuses, and geo-incentives under DeCharge’s reward engine.

For consistent performance, Minis deployed in Tier 2/3 cities or high utilization spots can outperform higher tier chargers in less active zones.

Deployment Models

The Mini can be installed via:

1. Self-Deployment Ideal for homeowners, shopkeepers, or fleet managers who wish to install it on-site. Comes with full onboarding support.

2. Delegated Deployment For those who don’t have a location, DeCharge installs the Mini at a high-demand location mapped via telemetry. You earn passively.

3. Partnered Channels Minis are frequently deployed in collaboration with other DePIN projects, local energy communities, or logistics startups. (Join our community to stay updated with such drops)

Installation Requirements

Requirement
Minimum Specification

Electrical Input

16A MCB, 3-core 2.5-4 sqmm copper cable

Earthing

Ground connection < 2V Neutral-Earth

Internet

4G SIM or Dedicated Wi-Fi (100 Mbps+)

Mounting Surface

Wall, shaded if exposed to sun/rain

Installation takes approximately 3 minutes with standard household tools. Devices are shipped pre-provisioned and ready to go online after commissioning.

Performance & Maintenance

  • Daily usage: Ideal for up to 3 to 5 charging sessions per day

  • Session range: 4 to 10 kWh typical session

  • Remote health monitoring via CMS

  • Monthly firmware updates pushed via OTA

  • Maintenance frequency: Minimal; quarterly cleaning and annual insulation test

Impact at Scale

Thousands of Mini chargers, when deployed across the country, create an ultra-dense energy network that:

  • Bridges the infrastructure gap in rural and suburban zones

  • Boosts EV adoption by removing range anxiety

  • Provides a high ROI pathway for early adopters

  • Drives volume into the DeCharge rewards protocol

The Mini is how DeCharge brings energy access to everyone, everywhere. One small charger at a time.

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