Charging profile

An OCPP message that sets a limit in amperes or watts for a station, for new sessions or for one session, valid for a time or as a schedule.

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The backend sends each charge point a limit, in amperes or watts, valid for a time or as a schedule.

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  1. OCPPOpen Charge Point Protocol: the open protocol between a charger and its operator's backend.