Terms beginning with U
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UKCA Declaration
A UKCA Declaration is a declaration that a product meets the applicable Great Britain requirements for placing that product on the GB market. In many cases, this declaration can be issued by the manufacturer themselves, depending on the applicable regulations and conformity assessment route.
Ultra-rapid Charging
Ultra-rapid charging describes very high-power DC charging designed for short dwell times and high energy transfer. It is normally assessed alongside charging mode, AC/DC architecture, power rating, connector type and how the charger shares or delivers power.
Untethered Charger
An untethered charger provides a socket outlet and requires the user to supply a separate charging cable. It is normally checked against vehicle compatibility, socket or cable arrangement, installation design and the intended user group.
User Authentication
User authentication verifies who is allowed to start, stop or access a charging session. It is normally considered alongside charge point management systems, OCPP support, firmware updates, reporting and remote diagnostics.