Quick answer: To size an EV cable arm, find a stud or masonry mounting spot near your charger, then measure from that spot to your car's charge port as the car is normally parked. If the distance is 6 1/4 feet or less, the standard EV Hover reaches. Up to 9 1/4 feet, add the 3-foot Extender. Also confirm your cable is no thicker than 1 inch and check headroom.
Five minutes with a tape measure tells you whether a cable arm will reach your car and whether you need the extender. Here is what to measure.
What you need
- A tape measure
- A stud finder (for drywall)
- Your car parked where it normally sits
Step 1: Find the mounting spot
Pick a spot on the wall near your charger. On drywall, the arm must go into a stud, so mark the stud location. Masonry walls such as brick or concrete block also work. Avoid spots behind doors or where the arm would swing into a walkway.
Step 2: Measure to the charge port
Measure the straight-line distance from the mounting spot to your car's charge port, with the car parked normally. Measure for every car that will charge there, since charge port locations vary by model.
Step 3: Compare to the arm's reach
- Up to 6 1/4 feet: the standard EV Hover covers it.
- Up to 9 1/4 feet: add the 3-foot extender arm.
- Farther than that: consider moving the mounting spot or parking position, or email us and we can help you think it through.
Remember the arm swivels 180 degrees, so it can reach to either side of the mount, not just straight out.
Step 4: Check your cable
EV Hover fits charging cables up to 1 inch thick. Check our compatible charging cables page, and make sure your cable is long enough to follow the arm and still reach the port with some slack.
Step 5: Check clearance
Make sure the arm will not hit a garage door track, shelving or a light fixture as it swings, and that it can fold flat against the wall when you are done.
Ready to install? Follow our installation guide. Questions about your layout? Email help@evhover.com.
Frequently asked questions
How far does EV Hover reach?
The base arm reaches up to 6 1/4 feet from the wall. With the 3-foot Extender it reaches up to 9 1/4 feet.
Can I mount EV Hover on drywall?
Yes, as long as it is screwed into a stud. It can also be mounted on brick, stone or concrete block.
What cable thickness does EV Hover support?
Charging cables up to 1 inch thick, which covers the majority of chargers.