Failing to meet system, hardware, or safety standards will block your SPKLU from receiving a license, operating legally, or integrating with national EV infrastructure.
In this blog, we break down the key technical standards set by Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) and how to ensure your project stays compliant from day one.
1. Charger Types and Power Ratings
Based on Permen ESDM No. 1/2023 and common deployment practice, SPKLU chargers must fall into defined categories:
| Charger Type | Power Rating | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| AC Medium Charger | 7.4 – 22 kW | Retail parking, offices, residential |
| DC Fast Charger | 50 – 150 kW | Commercial zones, rest areas, urban |
| DC Ultra-Fast | >150 kW | Fleets, depots, toll roads, highways |
Each charger type must meet specific load safety and energy control standards during operation.
2. Safety Compliance and SLO (Sertifikat Laik Operasi)
Before your SPKLU can be legally activated, it must pass the SLO (Operational Worthiness Certificate) — proving that your charger is:
- Safe to operate
- Installed according to national grid and energy safety protocols
- Supported by certified contractors
The SLO is a prerequisite for receiving your SPKLU ID and appearing on PLN's monitoring systems.
3. OCPP Protocol Compliance
All SPKLU units must be compatible with the Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) — an international standard for charger communication and backend integration.
Why it matters:
- Ensures your charger can be monitored remotely
- Enables real-time updates, status tracking, and payment authentication
- Required for PLN Mobile App integration (if public-access)
OCPP version 1.6+ is commonly expected for new SPKLU deployments.
4. Connector Types Required
Your SPKLU must include officially approved connector types depending on charger category:
| Category | Connector Standard |
|---|---|
| AC Charging | Type 2 (IEC 62196) |
| DC Charging | CCS2 or GB/T |
Connectors must:
- Be certified and installed properly
- Comply with national and international electrical safety standards
5. System Interoperability
If your SPKLU is intended for public access, it must be:
- Discoverable via PLN Mobile App (or compliant with integration standards)
- Able to report charging status, availability, and transaction data
- Configured with backend access (via OCPP or other government-validated protocols)
Failure to meet this can result in disconnection from public platforms or rejection during inspection.
How Pingalax Ensures Technical Compliance
Pingalax’s role is to provide certified, regulation-ready solutions — not to define your strategy, but to make sure your hardware, software, and system setup pass national standards.
We provide:
- Certified AC, DC, and Ultra-Fast Chargers
- Chargers pre-configured for OCPP protocol
- Hardware with approved connector ports (Type 2, CCS2, GB/T)
- Technical documentation for SLO submission
- Integration-ready OS to monitor status, usage, and load
We also assist with site inspection readiness, ensuring smoother progression from installation to licensing.
Summary: What You Must Ensure
- Your charger must match the correct power class and connector type
- OCPP and system interoperability are mandatory, not optional
- The SLO must be passed before your SPKLU can operate
- Pingalax supports you with technical tools, not business direction
What’s Next?
Let’s walk through site readiness and grid/energy integration — including how to prepare your site for load management, grid connection, and future-proofing.
Want to see the entire regulatory checklist?
Stay tuned for the SPKLU Developer Whitepaper Download Here
