Installed an EV charger outside? Complete the charging point with Crystal Shell
Crystal Shell is a front and top cover for outdoor EV chargers and wallboxes, designed to make the charging point more protected, cleaner and more professional.
An outdoor EV charger may be designed for exterior use, but that does not mean it should remain fully exposed to direct sun, heavy rain, wind, dirt, UV rays and accidental impacts. Crystal Shell completes the installation and improves the visual quality of the charging area.
It is not just a small EV charger canopy: it protects from above and helps shield the front of the charger with a tinted polycarbonate panel. It is ideal when you want a more discreet, protected and better integrated outdoor charging point.
Why choose Crystal Shell
- More complete than a simple canopy: protects from above and helps cover the front of the EV charger.
- Protection from sun, rain and UV rays: helps reduce direct exposure to weather, dirt and dust.
- Tinted polycarbonate front panel: shields the charger and gives the charging point a cleaner visual appearance.
- Aluminium composite rear panel: stable, resistant and suitable for outdoor installations.
- Compact design: improves the installation without making the wall or charging area look heavy.
- Flexible installation: can be assessed for wall mounting, support mounting, existing pole mounting or a dedicated VoltaCover pole.
The problem: an uncovered EV charger looks exposed and unfinished
Many EV charging points are installed correctly from a technical point of view, but visually they remain exposed. The result is a technical device fixed to a wall, garage, private car park or business facade without a real finishing solution.
Crystal Shell addresses this need: it helps protect the outdoor EV charger and improves the perceived quality of the whole installation. If you have invested in a modern charging solution, leaving the charging point completely uncovered means not fully completing the job.
Top and front protection
Most EV charger covers protect only from above. Crystal Shell offers a smarter approach: the top cover helps against sun, rain and dirt, while the tinted front panel helps shield the charger and reduce its visual impact.
The cover does not change the charger IP rating and does not replace the manufacturer’s instructions. It complements the installation with a cleaner, better protected and more professional charging area.
Flexible installation: wall, support, existing pole or VoltaCover pole
Every installation is different. Crystal Shell can be assessed in several configurations:
- direct wall mounting, ideal for EV chargers already installed or planned on a wall;
- installation with a base or rear support, useful when there is no suitable rear wall space;
- fixing to the customer’s existing pole or structure, after checking stability, dimensions and cable routing;
- installation with a dedicated VoltaCover pole, assembled on site when no suitable wall is available.
For homes, garages, businesses, hotels and private car parks
Crystal Shell is suitable for residential and professional installations: private homes, garages, apartment parking areas, companies, offices, hotels, guest houses and hospitality facilities.
In a hotel or business environment, a cleaner charging point communicates care and professionalism. At home, it helps integrate the EV charger with the facade, garage or parking space.
For installers and retailers: an accessory worth proposing
For EV charger installers, electricians and retailers, Crystal Shell is a high perceived value complementary product. It does not simply cover the device: it helps deliver a more complete, elegant and professional installation to the end customer.
When customers invest in an EV charger, they often understand the value of protecting and visually improving the charging point. Crystal Shell is therefore an easy, practical and persuasive add-on to present.
Compatibility to be checked
Crystal Shell can be assessed with EV chargers and wallboxes from several manufacturers, including Tesla Wall Connector, Wallbox, ABB, KEBA, ABL, Alfen, Zaptec, Easee, Mennekes, go-e, Heidelberg/Amperfied and other electric vehicle charging systems.
Before purchase, always check charger dimensions, cable position, fixing type, side and top clearance, cable holders and the architectural context. Brand names belong to their respective owners and are mentioned only to describe possible installation contexts. VoltaCover does not claim any official partnership with those manufacturers unless explicitly stated.
Main details
- Protective cover for outdoor EV chargers, wallboxes and charging points.
- Top and front protection.
- Tinted polycarbonate front panel.
- Aluminium composite rear panel.
- Approximate dimensions: 36 × 45 × 29 cm.
- Outdoor solution, subject to installation context verification.
Frequently asked questions about Crystal Shell
Why buy a cover if the EV charger is already designed for outdoor use?
Because “outdoor rated” does not mean the charging point should remain completely exposed. A cover helps reduce direct exposure to sun, rain, dirt and accidental impacts while improving the visual order of the installation.
Is Crystal Shell an outdoor EV charger cover?
Yes. Crystal Shell is a front and top cover for outdoor EV chargers, wallboxes and charging points. It is designed to complete and improve the installation.
How is it different from a simple EV charger canopy?
A standard canopy mainly protects from above. Crystal Shell protects from above and helps shield the front of the charger with a tinted polycarbonate panel.
Does it help protect from direct sun and UV rays?
Yes. The top cover and tinted front panel help reduce direct exposure to sunlight and UV rays, especially in open car parks, exposed walls and sunny installations.
Can it reduce surface heating of the EV charger?
Crystal Shell can help reduce direct solar radiation on the device. It does not change the charger operating limits or replace the manufacturer’s technical instructions.
Does it protect from heavy rain?
It helps reduce direct exposure to rain and splashes. Actual protection depends on orientation, wind, mounting position and local conditions.
Does it protect from wind?
Crystal Shell does not eliminate wind exposure, but its structure helps shield the EV charger better than a fully open solution. Installation must always be checked according to the site.
Does it make the EV charger waterproof?
No. Crystal Shell does not change the charger IP rating and does not replace electrical protections, certifications or manufacturer requirements.
Is it compatible with all EV chargers?
Compatibility must always be checked according to dimensions, cable position, fixing points, available space and accessories such as cable holders or connectors.
What dimensions should I check before purchase?
Check the charger width, height and depth, cable position, top and side clearance, connector size, cable holder and mounting type.
Can it be installed directly on a wall?
Yes. Wall mounting is the simplest configuration when the charger is installed on a solid wall with enough clearance.
Can it be installed without a wall?
Yes. In some cases it can be assessed with a base, support, existing pole or a dedicated VoltaCover pole.
Can it be fixed to the customer’s existing pole?
Yes, after checking stability, cable routing, fixing safety and available space.
Can VoltaCover supply a dedicated pole?
Yes. When no suitable wall or structure is available, VoltaCover can assess a dedicated pole to be assembled and installed on site.
Is it suitable for hotels, businesses and private car parks?
Yes. Crystal Shell is suitable for residential and professional environments where the charging point should look more protected, cleaner and better integrated.
Is it useful for installers, electricians and retailers?
Yes. It is a complementary accessory that helps offer the end customer a more complete, polished and higher-value charging installation.
Does it require maintenance?
Crystal Shell is designed to be easy to clean. Maintenance depends on exposure, local dirt and weather conditions.
Why choose VoltaCover?
VoltaCover develops solutions for protecting and enhancing charging points, with attention to materials, aesthetics, installation flexibility and integration in residential and professional spaces.
