Yes. The connector on Tesla chargers in North America is the North American Charging Standard, or NACS. Tesla developed it and opened the design in 2022, and SAE International standardized it as SAE J3400. Since then, many automakers have announced or begun selling models with NACS ports, and charger makers sell NACS versions of home and public chargers.
NACS at a Glance
| Feature | NACS (SAE J3400) | J1772 / CCS1 |
|---|---|---|
| AC charging | Yes, same connector | J1772 |
| DC fast charging | Yes, same connector | CCS1 (J1772 plus two DC pins) |
| Size | Compact, light | Larger, heavier for DC |
| Main users | Tesla and a growing list of brands | Most non-Tesla EVs sold to date |
What It Means for You
- Tesla owners: nothing changes; your charger and car already use NACS.
- Owners of new NACS-port cars from other brands: you can use NACS chargers natively and J1772 chargers with an adapter.
- Owners of J1772/CCS1 cars: you can use NACS chargers with approved adapters; see can I use a Tesla charger for other cars.
- Charger buyers: match your current car and keep an adapter for the other standard.
NACS Products
EVDANCE makes NACS home and portable chargers, including the EVDANCE EV-ACS4005T 40A NACS portable charger, the EVDANCE EV-ACS3210T 32A NACS portable charger and the EVDANCE EV-ACT5006T 48A Level 2 wall charger, as well as adapters such as the EVDANCE JT02 NACS-to-J1772 adapter. For importers and brands, see our NACS portable charger sourcing guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does NACS stand for?
North American Charging Standard.
Is J3400 the same as NACS?
Yes. SAE J3400 is the standardized version of NACS.
Will J1772 chargers disappear?
Not soon. Adapters and dual-connector stations will keep both in use for years.
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Key Takeaways
- Tesla’s connector is NACS, standardized as SAE J3400.
- NACS handles AC and DC through one compact connector.
- Adapters connect NACS and J1772/CCS1 vehicles and chargers.