Broadband TelCom Power

What Broadband TelCom Power does

Broadband TelCom Power, Inc. (BTC Power) is a privately-held US manufacturer of electric vehicle charging systems, founded in 1998 and headquartered in Irvine, California, with approximately 500 employees and operations spanning four continents. The company designs and produces AC Level 2 chargers (7–19 kW, including the L2 MaX Series with dual-port and wall-mounted configurations) and DC Fast Chargers (Level 3), most notably the Gen 4 All-in-One (AiO) 180 kW unit and a DC Split System architecture capable of delivering up to 360 kW per port from a single power cabinet feeding up to eight dispensers, with planned expansion to 400 kW. Hardware incorporates liquid-cooled cables enabling 500A continuous charging, modular connector components for field serviceability, NEMA 3R-rated all-steel enclosures tested from -30°C to 50°C, and OCPP 2.0.1 with ISO 15118 compliance. BTC Power is developing Megawatt Charging System (MCS) capability for medium- and heavy-duty EVs including Class 8 trucks, transit/school buses, and shuttles. The company claims 25,000+ chargers sold and 98% uptime across the installed base.

The business model centers on hardware sales — commercial L2 at $1,500–$5,000 installed and DC Fast Chargers at $50,000–$150,000 per port including installation — supplemented by recurring service plans (extended warranty, the Customer Success Program with assigned Program Managers, 24/7 support, remote diagnostics, and preventive maintenance) and professional services through the Academy of Charging Education (ACE). Go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales, channel partners, certified integration partners (e.g., EV Range, Chargie), and government procurement via 791 Co-op vendor status. Customer segments span fleet operators, fuel stations/C-stores, workplace, retail, automotive dealerships, transit/school bus agencies, government/municipal, and port authorities, with named enterprise customers including Walmart, Electrify America, EVgo, Penske, Porsche, Daimler, Ford, Nissan, Duke Energy, the New York Power Authority, 7-Eleven, Amazon, and Suncor. US manufacturing provides Buy America, NEVI, FHWA, and FTA compliance — collectively positioning BTC Power to capture federal infrastructure funding streams.

The company is privately held and reportedly backed by one of the largest utilities in the world, providing financial stability and long-term capital access without disclosed funding rounds. Founded as an early entrant to the EV charging industry, BTC Power has grown into the second-largest operator of charging stations in the United States (behind Tesla) on the strength of enterprise deployments, a broad regulatory certification portfolio (ISO 9001/14001, Energy Star, CALeVIP, OCPP 2.0.1, EPRI Trusted Charger List), and an open, backend-agnostic architecture integrated with 50+ software providers.

Name

Broadband TelCom Power

Legal name

Broadband Telcom Power, Inc.

Website

https://btcpower.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Broadband TelCom Power (BTC Power) is a US-based manufacturer of AC Level 2 and DC fast EV charging systems serving fleet operators, fuel stations, retailers, transit agencies, and government clients across North America and Europe with 25,000+ chargers deployed.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

EV Charging Equipment

NAICS

Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (33531), Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (3353)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

EV Charging Hardware Manufacturing (AC/DC Chargers/Dispensers) (IMACACAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Charging Infrastructure Components (connectors, cables, dispensers, payment/controls) (IMAGAHAH)

Keywords

• EV charging systems
• DC fast chargers
• AC level 2 chargers
• Commercial EV charging
• Fleet electrification

Headquarters

HQ city

Irvine

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. EV Charging Hardware Sales: Sale of AC Level 2 and DC Fast Chargers for private, commercial, workplace and highway locations. Products include single, dual, and wall-mounted AC options; All-in-One DC fast chargers; and DC Split Systems for flexible dispenser configurations.
2. Service Plans: Extended warranty and service programs including the Customer Success Program providing dedicated Program Managers, 24/7 support infrastructure, remote diagnostics, and preventive maintenance scheduling.
3. Training Services: The Academy of Charging Education (ACE) provides training programs for technicians and customers on EV charger installation, operation and maintenance.
4. Replacement Parts: Modular design enables replacement of specific components including connector components, faceplates, and housings without full charger replacement.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

BTC Power designs and manufactures AC Level 2 and DC Fast Chargers (Level 3) for electric vehicles, serving commercial, workplace, fleet, retail, highway, and government applications across North America and the EU. The company offers Buy America-compliant products with modular hardware supporting OCPP 2.0.1 and ISO 15118 protocols, complemented by service plans, certified integration partnerships, and the Academy of Charging Education (ACE) training program.

Product overview

BTC POWER operates as a manufacturer of electric vehicle charging systems offering a unified portfolio of AC Level 2 and DC Fast Chargers (Level 3) for commercial, fleet, workplace, and highway applications. The product portfolio is organized around three main charger types: AC Chargers – Level 2 for extended-dwell charging scenarios; DC Chargers – All-in-One (AiO) Gen4 combining power electronics and dispenser in a single enclosure; and DC Chargers – Level 3 Split System with separated power cabinet and dispenser for flexible configurations. The company supports its hardware with a Customer Success Program offering dedicated account management and firmware updates, plus the Academy of Charging Education (ACE) providing training through an Online Learning Management System. All products are available with Buy America Compliant certification for government-funded projects and support multiple connector standards including CCS1, CHAdeMO, and NACS.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Academy of Charging Education (ACE): Training center rebranded in 2024 for EV charger training and education programs

Products and services

• AC Chargers – Level 2

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% uptime rate based on real-world performance across thousands of installed chargers worldwide
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

25 partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

• NovaCHARGEcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 April 202510-year partnership celebrating continued collaboration on scalable, innovative EV charging solutions for a sustainable future. NovaCHARGE is a leading provider of EV charging infrastructure solutions.
• CALeVIP (California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 3 March 2025BTC Power chargers officially listed on CALeVIP Eligible Equipment List, enabling customers to access California EV infrastructure funding programs.
• ChargiecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 January 2025Strategic partnership to deploy EV charging infrastructure and FedRAMP authorized software for government properties and fleets. Delivers best-in-class hardware and software to government agencies and fleets transitioning to electric vehicles.
• EV RangecoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified software partnership following thorough testing of performance, driver experience, reliability, and serviceability. BTCP hardware certified for use with EV Range's charging station management software (CSMS) with dynamic load management.
• Electrify AmericacoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerOne of four charging equipment suppliers for Electrify America's $2 billion EV charging infrastructure plan, including Walmart partnership deployments of 100+ locations.
• EVgocoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerMajor charging network operator using BTC Power L3R and Slim Line chargers at California Energy Commission funded sites and Terrible Herbst locations.
• PorschestrategicOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerUltra-fast DC charger design partnership for Taycan dealership installations featuring PowerBox, CoolingBox, and ComboBox systems with 350kW capability.
• VoltaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCharging network partnership with Volta for EV charging infrastructure deployments.
• Duke EnergystrategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic partnership with Duke Energy for EV charging infrastructure solutions.
• Daimler Trucks North AmericastrategicOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerSupplier for Freightliner electric trucks (eCascadia, eM2) with chargers at Penske service centers. Earned Daimler Charging Reward at CharIN Testival.
• AmazonstrategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEV charging infrastructure partnership with Amazon for workplace charging installations.
• FordstrategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEV charging infrastructure partnership with Ford Motor Company.
• New York Power AuthoritystrategicGTM or Marketing PartnerGovernment partnership for EV charging infrastructure deployments in New York state.
• Suncor (Eptura/pulse)strategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Suncor for EV charging infrastructure through Eptura/pulse network.
• 7-ElevenstrategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEV charging infrastructure partnership with 7-Eleven convenience stores.
• NissanminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEV charging infrastructure partnership with Nissan North America.
• Lucid MotorsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEV charging infrastructure partnership with Lucid Motors.
• Electrify CanadaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCanadian charging network partnership under Electrify America umbrella.
• DGS General ServicescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with California Department of General Services for government property EV charging infrastructure.
• AudiminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEV charging infrastructure partnership with Audi of America.
• VolkswagenstrategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership through Electrify America (Volkswagen subsidiary) for charging infrastructure deployments.
• Beta (Team)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEV charging infrastructure partnership with Beta Team.
• Noch PowerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEV charging infrastructure partnership with Noch Power.
• WOW EV Charge TricitiesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEV charging infrastructure partnership with WOW EV Charge Tricities.
• SimplyFuel SolutionsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEV charging infrastructure partnership with SimplyFuel Solutions.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• ABB E-mobility: ABB E-mobility is the EV charging arm of industrial conglomerate ABB, offering a broad portfolio of AC and DC chargers including high-power and depot charging for buses and trucks. As a much larger incumbent, ABB overlaps BTC Power's commercial and heavy-duty segments but competes from a wider industrial electrical equipment base.
• Schneider Electric (EVlink): Schneider Electric's EVlink line spans AC and DC chargers integrated with its energy management platform. A large industrial incumbent leveraging electrical distribution channels, Schneider competes with BTC Power in commercial, depot, and federal infrastructure deployments.
• Siemens eMobility: Siemens eMobility offers VersiCharge AC and high-power DC chargers as part of its broader electrical infrastructure portfolio, serving commercial, depot, and highway deployments. As a diversified industrial incumbent with global reach, it competes with BTC Power in the same multi-stakeholder enterprise sales motion.
• Hubbell (EV Solutions): Hubbell offers EV charging hardware (AC Level 2 stations and DC fast chargers) as part of its broader electrical products portfolio, with strong utility and commercial channels. Comparable to BTC Power in commercial/utility site deployments and Buy America-style U.S. manufacturing positioning.

Direct peers

• Blink Charging: Blink Charging manufactures and operates EV charging hardware (AC Level 2 and DC fast chargers), with overlapping customer segments in commercial, workplace, fleet, and retail. Acquiring SemaConnect and other EVSE brands, Blink competes head-to-head with BTC Power in U.S. multi-unit and government deployments.
• EVBox: EVBox is a European-rooted EV charging hardware manufacturer offering AC and DC charging solutions to commercial, workplace, and fleet segments. Product portfolio, modular design philosophy, and OCPP-based interoperability strategy directly parallel BTC Power's approach.
• FLO Services: FLO (formerly AddEnergie) is a Canadian EV charging hardware and network provider with strong North American presence, supplying AC Level 2 and DC fast chargers to commercial, fleet, and public-sector customers. Comparable vertical segmentation and reliance on incentive-driven deployments.
• Tritium (now part of Exicom): Tritium designs and manufactures DC fast chargers (including NEVI-compliant units) and supplied major U.S. networks such as Electrify America - directly competing with BTC Power for highway corridor and high-power charger deployments in the same federal incentive environment.
• Wallbox: Wallbox manufactures AC Level 2 and DC fast chargers with a focus on bidirectional charging and smart energy management. While more consumer-skewed, it overlaps BTC Power in commercial and fleet DC fast charging with comparable OCPP/ISO 15118 interoperability.
• ChargePoint: ChargePoint is the most direct competitor to BTC Power - a North America-focused EV charging hardware and network software provider selling AC Level 2 and DC fast chargers to commercial, fleet, and workplace customers. Overlap spans product line, target segments (fleets, retail, workplaces), and go-to-market via integrators and software partners.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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