Tesla has recently launched a new product that has generated much buzz in the EV community. Surprisingly, it’s not a car, nor is it one of the company’s famed flamethrowers – it’s a wall charger in a Cybertruck-inspired wall box.
Dubbed the “CyberVault,” the device is capable of charging any Tesla vehicle and comes with a 6-meter cable that should be sufficient for most scenarios. The charger is mobile, meaning it can be disconnected from the box and used anywhere there is a wall socket, although an additional adaptor is required. The CyberVault weighs 13kg and runs on 220V, supporting up to 32A of charging current, resulting in a maximum of 7kW charging power.
The CyberVault retails for RMB 5,500 ($800) and includes free installation and connection, provided the distance between the house and the supply point is no more than 30 meters. Both the CyberVault and the installation itself come with a 12-month warranty.
While the Cybertruck-inspired design is eye-catching, the device itself is somewhat uninspiring when compared to other Tesla charging products. The standard Tesla wall connector, which retails for $425, maxes out at 48A and 11.5kW when using a 240V supply. It also comes with a 4-year warranty.
In contrast, the $230 Tesla Mobile Connector supports a maximum 32A current at 240V, providing up to 7.6kW charging power. Interestingly, the CyberVault shares the same specifications and looks almost identical to the $800 charger sold by Tesla to its Chinese customers.
Essentially, then, the CyberVault is a $570 glorified wall box made in the shape of the Cybertruck. To use the charger away from home, an additional $73 wall connector is required.
