Consensus on Tesla adapter?

[User433]

Searching the forums doesn't show a clear recommendation that gets the best L2 can offer with flawless compatibility. Can please list specific models or links for your adapter if it's known to work with Rivian?

 

[astonius]

My recommendation: https://ev-lectron.com/products/lec...tination-chargers-and-mobile-connectors-black

This is the one I’m getting. Looks way better than the TeslaTap and is more affordable. I think I recall seeing a Reddit post of someone using this exact model with an R1T and pulling 48A without issue.

Edit: found the post

 

[rodhx]

I have that Lectron for my MME. Haven't had an occasion to pull 48A through it but I have used several times now with no problem. Put the adapter on the Tesla end, then plug the car up, and then there are a few seconds for the handshake to complete and charging to start.

 

[Rousie13]

I have a 60A Teslatap Mini and highly recommend it. It’s small, we’ll built and I’ve had no issues at all with it.

 

[CommodoreAmiga]

I’ll be buying the TelsaTap Mini. I think it’s the best looking, and compatibility can’t be beat.

 

[Kunzene]

I’m using a 50amp Tesla Tap, no issues.

 

[Mcfly Rivian]

I’m using a 50amp Tesla Tap, no issues.

This is what I purchased, glad to hear it works.

 

[BoltEVowner]

Would probably help me when I occasionally park in the doctor's lot at my local hospital when there. Apparently, there were a lot more doctors with Tesla's, so they relaced 3 out of 4 of their chargers with Tesla chargers, and only have one J-1772, and even this one is usually covered up with a Tesla with their adapter. No love for my Bolt EV and upcoming R1T...

 

[BoltEVowner]

I have that Lectron for my MME. Haven't had an occasion to pull 48A through it but I have used several times now with no problem. Put the adapter on the Tesla end, then plug the car up, and then there are a few seconds for the handshake to complete and charging to start.

If it works well, is WAY less expensive than the Tesla Tap mini, around $70 vs $200-300. Let us know if anyone has used it on an R1T successfully! I like saving $$$

 

[ironpig]

I have the Lectron version but haven't had a chance to use it with an R1T yet - but hopefully "soon".

 

[rodhx]

If it works well, is WAY less expensive than the Tesla Tap mini, around $70 vs $200-300. Let us know if anyone has used it on an R1T successfully! I like saving $$$

There isn't anything unique about the Rivian that should cause an issue vs anything else with a j1772. Most Tesla L2 chargers are going to be less than 48A anyway.

 

[Mbxmikey]

If it works well, is WAY less expensive than the Tesla Tap mini, around $70 vs $200-300. Let us know if anyone has used it on an R1T successfully! I like saving $$$

Where did you see it for $70?

 

[BoltEVowner]

Where did you see it for $70?

The Lectron version.

 

[Trouthooked]

It’s $149 on Lectron website, $10 cheaper than Amazon. If you use LectronWelcome5 it knocks another 5% off. I just bought one.

 

[BoltEVowner]

The Lectron version.

Oops...the $70 adapter goes from J-1772 to Tesla, not the other way around. The one we want on Amazon is $159.