OpenEVSE Mechanical Vibration / Contactor Coil Noise

EVSE emits a loud humming or buzzing noise during charging, louder than normal contactor hum.

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Possible Causes

Loose contactor mounting, AC coil chatter due to low voltage, Worn contactor armature, Resonance of enclosure panels

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power before tightening or moving internal components.

  • Step 1 – Identify source: Carefully listen to locate whether the noise comes from the contactor, transformer, or enclosure panels.
  • Step 2 – Tighten mounting: With power OFF, tighten the screws securing the contactor and any transformers to the backplate. Add lock washers if needed.
  • Step 3 – Check voltage: Measure supply voltage under load. Low voltage can cause coil chatter; correct any supply issues.
  • Step 4 – Damping: Add vibration-damping washers or pads between noisy components and the mounting surface.
  • Step 5 – Replace contactor: If the contactor hums excessively despite correct voltage and tight mounting, replace it.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Main Power Contactor / Relay
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