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Lectron
TypePrivate
IndustryElectric vehicle infrastructure
Founded2017; 9 years ago (2017)
FounderChristopher Maiwald
Headquarters
Minnesota, United States
Area served
Worldwide
Key people
  • Christopher Maiwald (CEO)
  • Hok Man Chan (COO)
  • Jay Goldman (CRO)
ProductsElectric vehicle chargers and accessories
Websiteev-lectron.com
Footnotes
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Lectron is a multinational electric vehicle infrastructure company founded in 2017 and headquartered in the United States and Hong Kong, with operations in China and Vietnam. The company manufactures EV chargers, including home charging stations and portable chargers, as well as electric vehicle accessories such as adapters.[3]

Lectron is one of the leading manufacturers of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) and accessories in the world, recognized for being one of the noted makers of dedicated home/residential and portable Level 1 and Level 2 electric vehicle charging stations, EV accessories, portable chargers, and particularly, NACS to CCS adapters.[4]

History

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Lectron was founded in 2017 by Christopher Maiwald,[5] with an initial investment of $15,000.[6] The company lists its primary corporate headquarters in Minnesota, with operational offices in Los Angeles, California and Kowloon, Hong Kong, and manufacturing operations in China and Vietnam.[7][8][9]

In 2023, Lectron introduced its first Level 1 and Level 2 EV chargers featuring Wi-Fi connectivity and app control for SAE J1772 and SAE J3400 (North American Charging Standard) charging standards.[10][11] Lectron's SAE J3400 chargers use a native NACS connector, allowing compatible Tesla vehicles to charge without an adapter.[12]

Following the standardization of SAE J3400 in 2024, Lectron expanded its range of EV charging adapters, including the Vortex Plug and Vortex Plus NACS to CCS adapter.[13][14] The company has subsequently supplied or co-developed EV adapters for several automakers, including Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, Mercedes-Benz, Rivian, Lucid Motors, Honda and Toyota.[15][16][17] In 2026, BMW and Mini selected the Vortex Plus adapter as an approved recommended product for its customers accessing the Tesla Supercharger network and launched a co-branded product page on Lectron's website.[10][11]

In 2026, Lectron announced UL 2252 certification for four types of EV charging adapters: NACS to CCS, CCS to NACS, NACS to J1772, and J1772 to NACS.[10] In 2026, Lectron launched the Nexus Level 2 Charging Station for residential use.[13][14]

Products

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Lectron manufactures a range of electric vehicle charging equipment and accessories. Its product range includes residential and portable EV chargers, charging cables, and adapters for different charging standards and connector types.[8][18]

Its charging products include Level 1 and Level 2 portable chargers and wall-mounted charging stations.[19][20] The company also manufactures adapters for connecting vehicles and charging equipment using different standards, including J1772, NACS, and CCS.[21][22] Notable products include the Nexus Level 2 Wall Box Charger and the Vortex Plus NACS to CCS DC charging adapter.[21][23][24] Lectron NACS to CCS adapter is designed for safe, high-voltage charging in compliance with the J3400 standard, and is rated for 1,000 volts and 500 amps, allowing users to add up to 150 miles of range in just 15 minutes, depending on the vehicle and the version of the Supercharger; It is known for built-in temperature controls in ensuring safe charging, making it compatible with all EVs in the North American Charging Standard.[25]

Lectron is considered as one of the largest manufacturers of EV charging adapters, with a production capacity of at least 12,000 units per week.[26][19] The company's manufacturing hub located in Shenzhen, China, which is known for producing roughly 500,000 charging units annually and is currently operating at 85% capacity utilization.[27]

Awards and recognition

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In September 2024, Car and Driver named Lectron's Vortex adapter as one of the best NACS-to-CCS adapters, citing "the Lectron Vortex Plug is our preferred third-party NACS-to-CCS adapter for DC fast-charging. We preferred its latching system over the A2Z EV."[28]

In April 2026, The Wirecutter named Lectron's portable Level 1 & 2 EV charger "the best J1772 charger to carry with you."[15][29] In June 2026, The National Law Review named Lectron one of the best EV charger brands in the United States, citing "Among the leading contenders, Lectron has emerged as a primary choice for drivers seeking a balance of universal compatibility and verified safety, particularly through its commitment to UL 2594 and Energy Star certifications."[30]

See also

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References

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  1. ↑ "People on the move: OYA, Lectron, Solar Gik, Qcells and more — Job moves in solar, storage, cleantech, utilities, and energy transition finance". PV Magazine. 1 March 2023. Archived from the original on 14 December 2025. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  2. ↑ "Company Overview — Lectron EV". CBINSIGHTS. Archived from the original on 7 August 2026. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  3. 1 2 Hemmersmeier, Sean (4 November 2022). "EV focus brings big shift to SEMA show". Las Vegas Review Journal. Archived from the original on 14 November 2022. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  4. ↑ Kane, Mark (16 June 2026). "Watch Lectron Factory Tour With State of Charge". EV Charging Stations. Archived from the original on 6 August 2026. Retrieved 6 August 2026.
  5. ↑ Leichner, David (29 April 2022). "Vehicles of The Future: Christopher Maiwald Of Lectron On The Leading Edge Technologies That Are Making Cars & Trucks Smarter, Safer, and More Sustainable". Medium. Archived from the original on 6 August 2026. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  6. ↑ Georgiadis, Fotis (3 November 2021). "The Future Is Now: Christopher Maiwald of Wasserstein Home On How Their Technological Innovation Will Shake Up The Tech Scene". Medium. Archived from the original on 3 November 2021. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  7. ↑ "Lectron EV: Detailed Company Analysis & Supplier Recommendations". Accio Work. 6 August 2026. Archived from the original on 7 August 2026. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  8. 1 2 "Lectron Debuts Extensive Line of Electric Vehicle Products Amidst Heightened Demand Across Private and Public Sectors". PR Newswire. 24 February 2022. Archived from the original on 22 July 2025. Retrieved 6 August 2026.
  9. ↑ Loveday, Steven; Threewitt, Cherise (14 February 2024). "Lectron Home Charger: EV Charging Station Buyer's Guide". US News and World Report. Archived from the original on 22 February 2024. Retrieved 22 August 2026.
  10. 1 2 3 Hinton, Christian (2 July 2025). "Lectron Unveils Smart EV Chargers with WiFi Connectivity". The Buzz EV News. Archived from the original on 7 August 2026. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  11. 1 2 "Lectron Unveils Smart WiFi EV Chargers". The EV Report. 18 June 2025. Archived from the original on 7 August 2026. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  12. ↑ "ABOUT LECTRON". ev-lectron.com. Archived from the original on 10 June 2026. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  13. 1 2 VanderWerp, Dave (19 June 2026). "We Tour a Facility in China to See How EV Charging Equipment Is Made". Car and Driver. Archived from the original on 7 August 2026. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  14. 1 2 Collins, Andrew P. (7 November 2025). "Tesla Didn't Make Enough Charging Adapters, So This Company Stepped In To Get Other Cars on NACS". The Drive. Archived from the original on 7 November 2025. Retrieved 8 August 2026.
  15. 1 2 Lewis, Michelle (8 July 2026). "What I saw inside Lectron's EV charger factory in China". Electrek. Archived from the original on 7 August 2026. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  16. ↑ "Lectron Becomes a Leader in the OEM EV Adapter Market". CMP Group. 14 April 2026. Archived from the original on 7 August 2026. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  17. ↑ "Live from Exhibition — Lectron is Revolutionizing Smart EV Charging Solution for 2026". EIN Presswire. Victoria. Globalso. 8 July 2026. Archived from the original on 9 July 2026. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  18. ↑ Kane, Mark (1 December 2022). "Aptera Motors Confirms Use Of Tesla's NACS Charging Connector". InsideEVs. Archived from the original on 31 October 2025. Retrieved 22 August 2026.
  19. 1 2 Morris, Charles (20 November 2024). "Lectron cranks out 12,000 units per week of its NACS-to-CCS EV charging adapter". Charged EV Fleet & Infrastructure News. Archived from the original on 7 August 2026. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  20. ↑ Evans, Scott (4 June 2026). "Why Does My EV Need 2 Charging Adapters? We Asked Adapter Manufacturer Lectron". Motor Trend. Archived from the original on 9 June 2026. Retrieved 8 August 2026.
  21. 1 2 "C O R R E C T I O N — Lectron". PR Newswire. 28 July 2026. Archived from the original on 6 August 2026. Retrieved 28 July 2026.
  22. ↑ Morris, Charles (31 July 2026). "Lectron's new Nexus Home EV charger line features automotive-grade engineering and validation". Charged EV Fleet & Infrastructure News. Archived from the original on 7 August 2026. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  23. ↑ "Lectron Introduces Nexus Home EV Charger Line with Automotive-Grade Engineering and Validation". Yahoo! Finance. PR Newswire. 28 July 2026. Archived from the original on 7 August 2026. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  24. ↑ "Lectron Debuts Extensive Line of Electric Vehicle Products Amidst Heightened Demand Across Private and Public Sectors". PR Newswire. Mountain View, California. 8 March 2022. Archived from the original on 21 August 2026. Retrieved 21 August 2026.
  25. ↑ Foster, James (23 October 2024). "Lectron NACS to CCS adapter now available at major US retailers". Electric Vehicle Charging and Infrastructure. Archived from the original on 25 April 2025. Retrieved 22 August 2026.
  26. ↑ Kane, Mark (17 September 2025). "Lectron Secures UL 2252 Safety Certification for Its NACS & CCS1 Adapters". EV Charging Stations. Archived from the original on 8 October 2025. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  27. ↑ Reese, Frank (26 August 2026). "How Lectron Makes EV Chargers: Inside the China Factory". techdhome.com. Archived from the original on 29 August 2026. Retrieved 29 August 2026.
  28. ↑ Irwin, Austin (19 September 2024). "Tested: Best NACS-to-CCS Adapters". Car and Driver. Archived from the original on 21 August 2026. Retrieved 21 August 2026.
  29. ↑ Witman, Sarah (6 July 2026). "The Best Electric Vehicle Chargers for Home". The New York Times. Archived from the original on 7 August 2026. Retrieved 7 August 2026.
  30. ↑ Witman, Sarah (17 June 2026). "Best EV Charger Brands in the US: Why Lectron Is the Safest Bet—with UL 2594 and Energy Star Certification". The National Law Review. Victoria, Minnesota. EINPresswire. Archived from the original on 22 August 2026. Retrieved 22 August 2026.

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