BYD Atto 3 Charging Cable
Type 2 EV charging cable: up to 22kW, single and three-phase
- Free next-working-day delivery - order before 4pm
- 30-day returns, we pay the postage if it doesn't fit
- 2-year minimum manufacturer warranty, and we handle the claim
- UK-based support, 8am-6pm, from people who drive EVs
Overview
For most British drivers, the Atto 3 was their first encounter with BYD. It uses a Type 2 socket and an onboard AC charger of around 7kW.
For anyone buying a cable, that single figure decides everything. Seven kilowatts is almost exactly what a single-phase UK home supplies, so a 32A single-phase lead pulls out everything the car has to give. Paying more gets you nothing: a three-phase cable will not speed an Atto 3 up, and neither will a 22kW post.
The 16amp cable will work perfectly well, but it halves your charging speed to save roughly thirteen pounds, which is rarely a good trade on a car this size.
Which cable to choose
- Type 2 to Type 2. The everyday lead, for home wallboxes and public posts alike. 5m if the charger sits beside where you park, 10m if it is on the far wall or you use public bays.
- Type 2 to 3-pin. A Mode 2 lead for a household socket. Slow at 2.3kW and not a main charger, but worth keeping in the boot.
Every cable we sell is CE and TUV certified, IP55 rated against British weather, and carries a two-year warranty. See the matching options in 7.4kW charging cables.
Every lead we stock for BYD is listed on our BYD charging cables page.
Specifications
- Fits
- BYD Atto 3
- Vehicle connector
- Type 2
- Vehicle onboard AC charger
- Around 7kW
- Cable type options
- Type 2 to Type 2, or Type 2 to 3 Pin (Mode 2)
- Available lengths
- 5m, 10m, 15m, 20m
- Rated power options
- 16amp (3.6kW), 32amp (7.2kW), 32amp three phase (22kW), 6amp to 12amp adjustable (2.3kW)
- Best match
- 32A single-phase, which pulls everything the car has to give
- Standard
- IEC 62196-2 (Type 2 / MENNEKES), 7-pin
- Conductor
- 2.5-6mm² copper (by current rating)
- Weatherproofing
- IP55 (IP67 on Type 2 to 3-Pin)
- Operating temperature
- -30°C to +60°C
- Build
- Run-over proof (drive-over resistant)
- Certifications
- CE marked, TÜV certified, IEC 62196-2 (Type 2)
- Warranty
- 24 months (2 years) manufacturer warranty
Features
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Type 2 and roughly 7kW onboard
For anyone buying a cable, that single figure decides everything about the Atto 3.
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32A single-phase pulls everything the car has
Seven kilowatts is almost exactly what a single-phase UK home supplies, so the 32A lead gets the full capability of the car.
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Nothing to gain from three-phase
A three-phase cable will not speed an Atto 3 up, and neither will a 22kW post. Paying more here gets you nothing.
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The 16amp lead is a false saving
It works perfectly well, but it halves your charging speed to save roughly thirteen pounds, which is rarely a good trade on a car this size.
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Certified and weather rated
CE and TUV certified, IP55 rated against British weather, with a two-year warranty.
Installation
- 01Unlock the car - most won't accept a cable while locked.
- 02Wallbox end first, then the car. Push until the latch clicks.
- 03Check the car shows a charging state before you walk away.
- 04Coil loosely into the bag - no tight figure-of-eights.
In the box
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Charging cable
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FAQs
Which cable is right for the Atto 3?
Would a three-phase cable charge it faster?
Is the 16amp cable a reasonable saving?
What is the Type 2 to 3-pin lead for?
5m or 10m?
Are these cables suitable for outdoor use?
Compatibility
- BYD Atto 3
- All Type 2 electric vehicles (UK & EU, most post-2018)
- Charger: Ohme
- Charger: Pod Point
- Charger: Zappi
- Charger: Hypervolt
- Charger: myenergi
- Charger: Wallbox
- Charger: EO
- Charger: Andersen
- Charger: Tesla
What customers say about us
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First class service
First class service. Ordered 15m cable and it was delivered next day. Minor hiccup in that the accompanying bag was missing. Quick email to Jake at EV Cable Hub and the bag arrived next working day. 1st class product and even better customer service. Thank you.
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