DEFA Power with certified EV charging. Accuracy. Transparency. Security

In EV charging, accuracy, transparency, and security are non-negotiable. The DEFA Power charger is uniquely MessEV-certified and MID-certified as a standalone measuring device, meeting the European MID (Measuring Instruments Directive) and complying with German Eichrecht regulations. These certifications ensures accurate kWh measurement, transparent billing, and secure transactions, building trust and compliance for operators and users.
Why certifications matter for your charging network
DEFA Power’s compliance with legal metrology regulations guarantees that every kilowatt-hour is measured accurately, priced fairly, and protected against tampering. Operators benefit from effortless compliance, customer confidence, and the ability to scale their networks across borders while maintaining certified accuracy and security.
MID compliance: Accurate billing across Europe
The MID certification (Measuring Instruments Directive) is a European standard ensuring that EV chargers measure energy consumption precisely for billing. For operators, this means:
- EU-wide recognition of DEFA Power’s measurement accuracy
- Fair and transparent billing, reducing disputes
- Compliance with legal metrology requirements for public charging
Each charge session is precisely recorded, so users are charged exactly for what they consume. This builds trust and prevents billing conflicts.
Eichrecht: Ensuring transparent and secure transactions
With the MessEV- certification DEFA Power chargers meet Eichrecht regulations, ensuring that all public and semi-public EV charging stations comply with legal metrology requirements for metering, data security, and tariffing. Key benefits of Eichrecht compliance:
- Accurate kWh metering that is visible to the EV driver
- Legally registered energy measurements with periodic calibration
- Tamper-proof billing and data integrity
This ensures complete transparency in the billing process, so customers can verify every transaction.
Cybersecurity and data security for EV Charging
In EV charging, security is critical for protecting data, ensuring accurate billing, and building trust. By complying with MessEV and legal cybersecurity requirements, DEFA Power ensures:
- Secure communication between chargers and payment networks
- Protection of kWh measurement data against fraud or manipulation
- End-to-end encryption, safeguarding customer and operator data
Future-ready with AFIR compliance
The Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR) sets new requirements for public EV charging across Europe, ensuring transparent pricing and ad hoc payment options.
DEFA Power supports AFIR compliance with:
- Dynamic QR codes for instant, secure payments
- No registration required for ad hoc users
- Seamless integration with evolving EV regulations

DEFA Power: Your partner in the evolving EV landscape
By choosing DEFA Power, operators gain more than just compliance—they secure a future-proof solution built for accuracy, security, and operational efficiency. With MID certification and Eichrecht compliance, DEFA Power brings together European precision and German legal metrology standards in a single device. For operators, ensuring compliance with AFIR, MID, and Eichrecht is crucial for regulatory simplicity, trusted payments, and a scalable charging network.
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