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GoodWe HCA Series 22kW

Strengths

  • ✓ $950 - cheapest 22kW charger with solar integration in Australia
  • ✓ IP66 - highest outdoor protection rating in the 22kW category
  • ✓ Solar integration via CT clamp - works with any inverter
  • ✓ GoodWe SEMS native integration for GoodWe inverter households
  • ✓ 22kW 3-phase capability

Watch out for

  • ✗ 2yr warranty - short for a $950 installed unit
  • ✗ No OCPP - no Home Assistant or third-party integration
  • ✗ No load management
  • ✗ Socket-only - requires separate Type 2 cable
  • ✗ GoodWe brand less established for EV chargers vs solar inverters

GoodWe

HCA Series 22kW

22 kW 3-phase Level 2 EV charger with tethered cable

$1,600 AUD

Model

HCA Series 7kW — $1,300 HCA Series 22kW

Our Verdict

The GoodWe HCA 22kW is the cheapest IP66-rated 22kW EV charger in Australia at $950. Solar integration (CT clamp, any inverter) and the IP66 weatherproof rating are its key strengths. The 2-year warranty is the primary weakness. For GoodWe inverter households with three-phase supply wanting the cheapest path to solar-capable 22kW charging, the HCA 22kW is a legitimate choice. For buyers who want OCPP or a longer warranty, the Sigenergy 22kW ($1,400) is the upgrade.

22 kW3-phaseType 2TetheredIP65
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Key Features
Max Output 22 kW
Phases 3-phase
Smart Charging Yes
Solar Integration Yes
App Control Yes
OCPP No
Specifications
Type
Level2-22kW
Max Output
22 kW
Phases
3-phase
Connector
Type 2
Tethered Cable
Yes
Smart Charging
Yes
App Control
Yes
Solar Integration
Yes
Scheduling
Yes
Load Management
No
OCPP
No
IP Rating
IP65
Warranty
5 years
Installation
Licensed electrician
Compatible Vehicles
All Type 2 EVs
Warranty & Installation
✓

5-year warranty — contact the manufacturer or installer for full warranty terms.

✓

Professional installation required — must be installed by a licensed electrician under Australian wiring rules.

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Overview

GoodWe is one of the largest solar inverter manufacturers globally, with a strong Australian market position. Their HCA EV charger range leverages that brand recognition and distribution infrastructure to bring an affordable, well-specified EV charger to market. The 22kW version delivers IP66 and solar integration at $950 - the cheapest 22kW solar charger available in Australia.

IP66 at 22kW: unique at the price

IP66 (total dust protection, powerful water jets from any direction) is usually found on industrial-grade equipment. Among residential 22kW EV chargers in Australia:

ChargerPriceIP rating
GoodWe HCA 22kW$950IP66
ZJ Beny 22kW$950IP65
Sigenergy 22kW$1,400IP65
Fronius Wattpilot$1,800IP55
Wallbox Pulsar Plus 22kW$1,581IP54

For exposed outdoor installations, GoodWe’s IP66 is the best protection available in the 22kW category.

Who should buy the GoodWe HCA 22kW

Best for:

  • GoodWe inverter households with three-phase supply wanting the cheapest solar-capable 22kW charger
  • Fully exposed outdoor installations where IP66 provides genuine margin
  • Budget-focused buyers where OCPP and load management are not required

Skip if:

  • OCPP needed - Sigenergy 22kW or ZJ Beny 22kW
  • Load management needed - Sigenergy 22kW or Fronius Wattpilot
  • Warranty length matters - 2yr is the market minimum; Sigenergy offers 3yr for $450 more

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the total installed cost of the GoodWe HCA 22kW?

Supply price $950 plus professional 3-phase installation of $600–$1,000. Total all-in approximately $1,550–$1,950. Add $80–$120 for a Type 2 cable. This is the cheapest 22kW solar-capable charger installation available in Australia.

02 Does the GoodWe HCA 22kW work with solar inverters other than GoodWe?

Yes. The CT clamp solar integration reads whole-home energy flow and works with any grid-connect inverter. Native GoodWe SEMS integration adds deeper coordination for GoodWe households - but the solar feature itself is brand-agnostic.

03 GoodWe HCA 22kW vs Sigenergy AC EV Charger 22kW?

GoodWe HCA ($950): solar, IP66, 2yr warranty, no OCPP, no load management. Sigenergy ($1,400): solar, open OCPP, load management, IP65, 3yr warranty. The Sigenergy adds OCPP and load management for $450 more. For buyers who need OCPP or load management, Sigenergy. For buyers who need maximum IP protection at minimum cost, GoodWe.

04 Does the GoodWe HCA have OCPP?

No. The GoodWe HCA 22kW does not support OCPP. Scheduling is via the GoodWe SEMS app. Third-party platform integration requires a separate workaround. For OCPP, the Sigenergy 22kW or ZJ Beny 22kW are the options.

05 Is the GoodWe HCA 22kW socket or tethered?

Socket-only. A separate Type 2 Mode 3 cable (32A, typically 6m) is needed - available for $80–$120.

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