Since the launch of the new generation BYD Tang DM plug-in hybrid, its sales have steadily increased. For consumers purchasing new energy vehicles, charging is often the biggest concern. Some car owners might find it inconvenient to install a charging station for various reasons. In fact, the BYD Tang DM can be directly charged using a 220V household socket. Let's take a closer look at how long it takes to charge the Tang DM.
The Tang DM is available in two versions based on battery capacity: Tang 80 and Tang 100. The Tang 80. priced at 259.900 RMB or below, has a battery capacity of 18 kWh. The Tang 100. priced at 279.900 RMB or above, has a battery capacity of 24 kWh.
When purchasing the vehicle, the 4S dealership typically provides a portable 1.5kW charger with a 10A plug, which can be connected directly to a 220V household socket. However, the charging speed is quite slow, with only about 1.5 kWh charged per hour.
Using the 1.5kW portable charger that comes with the vehicle, it takes approximately 12 hours to fully charge the Tang 80 (18 kWh ÷ 1.5 kW = 12 hours), and around 16 hours to charge the Tang 100 (24 kWh ÷ 1.5 kW = 16 hours). As you can see, the speed is quite slow.
Recommendation: Purchase a 3.3kW portable charger for faster charging
Many BYD Tang DM owners find it inconvenient to install a charging station and feel that the 1.5kW portable charger provided is too slow. In this case, it is recommended to buy a 16A plug 3.3kW portable charger for home use, which can significantly improve the charging speed.
Owners can search for the Punod charger on platforms like Taobao or JD.com. Punod offers a 3.3kW portable charger that is specifically compatible with the BYD Tang. It can be plugged into a 220V 16A air conditioner socket for charging. In a test, the charging power was around 3 kW.
Punod 16A 3.3kW charger
Using the Punod portable charger, which charges at a rate of about 3 kWh per hour, it takes 6 hours to fully charge the Tang 80 (18 kWh ÷ 3 kW = 6 hours), and 8 hours to charge the Tang 100 (24 kWh ÷ 3 kW = 8 hours). This Punod charger doubles the speed compared to the 1.5kW charger that comes with the car.
Among the many new energy vehicle chargers on the market, Punod is highly recommended due to its excellent quality and high safety features. The Punod charger includes a built-in temperature monitoring system that constantly tracks voltage, current, power, and temperature during charging. If any abnormalities are detected, it will automatically cut off the power, ensuring safe charging.
Moreover, the Punod charger allows users to switch current modes and adjust charging power. If you're traveling and can only find a 10A standard socket, you can use the 10A to 16A adapter that comes with the charger, and adjust the current mode to 8A for safe charging.
Q&A: Can the charging speed be increased when using a 220V household socket?
For BYD Tang 80 models priced at 259.900 RMB or below, the car's onboard charger limits the charging power to 3.3kW, meaning that even if a 7kW charging station is used, the speed will still be capped at 3.3kW. For Tang 100 models priced at 279.900 RMB or above, the onboard charger can support up to 6.6kW charging power, allowing for faster charging.
However, household sockets are generally limited to a maximum of 16A, and the wiring inside the socket has limited capacity. Therefore, to achieve faster charging speeds, you would need to run a dedicated wire directly from the electrical panel and connect it to a 32A specialized socket.
Punod 16A/32A switchable charger
Punod has introduced a new 16A/32A switchable portable charger. This charger comes with two interchangeable plugs. The charger can automatically detect and adjust to the appropriate current mode.
When using the 16A plug, you can plug it directly into a 16A air conditioner socket for charging, providing around 3kW of power. This is convenient for trips to rural areas or long-distance drives, as you can charge wherever a socket is available.
When using the 32A plug, you'll need to run a 3-core 6-square millimeter wire directly from the electrical panel and connect it to a 32A specialized socket.
In 32A mode, tests have shown the charger can reach a power output of around 6kW, charging at a rate of 6 kWh per hour. This means the Tang 100 can be fully charged in just 4 hours (24 kWh ÷ 6 kW = 4 hours), which is comparable to the speed of a wall-mounted charging station.
Note: For purchasing Punod chargers, car owners can visit Taobao or JD.com for inquiries. The charging times mentioned above are theoretical calculations. In actual usage, voltage and current may fluctuate, and the battery is not always completely depleted before charging, so actual charging times may vary slightly.
