What electrical appliances would you bring on a camping trip?
For some people, a freshly brewed cup of coffee makes the morning better. Others wouldn't want to go without a warm bowl of rice. You can pack your appliances and ingredients in the trunk before setting off, but once you arrive at the campsite, you'll still need a suitable power source.
A French EV content creator recently shared his solution in two videos. Using the Orientrise CCS2 V2L Discharger with Schuko Socket, he draws power from his Tesla to run a coffee machine, rice cooker, and portable cooking equipment outdoors.
An Espresso, a pot of rice, and a simple egg dish became part of his real-world V2L experience. During testing, he also raised a few questions that other EV owners may find interesting: Why does the vehicle display something resembling a charging status? And how should the 4 kW figure shown on the screen be interpreted?
Let's take a closer look at his two tests and explore how an EV's stored energy can become part of everyday camping life.
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Test 1: Brewing an Espresso Outdoors
For those who enjoy their daily coffee, there's no reason to leave that little morning ritual behind when camping.
In one of the videos, the creator brought along an espresso machine, coffee beans, and a digital scale. He connected the coffee machine to his Tesla through the V2L discharger and used the vehicle as its power source. The machine started successfully, and he was able to complete the Espresso extraction.
In the video, he used a coffee-to-espresso ratio of approximately 1:2, with an extraction time of around 20–25 seconds. From grinding the beans and preparing the equipment to pulling the shot, he brought his familiar coffee-making routine outdoors and was satisfied with the final result.
This test demonstrates a practical use case: if you already own a coffee machine that you enjoy using at home, you may also be able to bring it to the campsite, provided your vehicle is compatible, the battery has sufficient energy, and the appliance meets the product's electrical specifications.
Keep in mind that a coffee machine's power consumption can vary between heating, extraction, and standby. Before using one outdoors, check its rated voltage and power requirements to make sure they are compatible with the discharger and its socket specifications.
Test 2: Rice Cooker and Portable Stove – Preparing an Outdoor Meal
In the second video, the creator switched from making coffee to preparing a meal outdoors.
He used a rice cooker to prepare rice and a portable stove to cook eggs. The video captured the appliances in use and the cooking process, with the entire meal prepared in less than an hour.
According to the creator, the rice took approximately 20 minutes to cook. He also felt that the amount of energy consumed by the vehicle during this cooking session was within an acceptable range for him.
Of course, this feedback reflects the specific appliances and cooking time used in his test. Energy consumption will vary depending on the rice cooker, the power requirements of other appliances, and how long they are used. If you plan to use similar equipment on a road trip, it's worth estimating your energy needs based on your own appliances and travel schedule.
The creator also shared an experience involving campsite electricity. On one occasion, a campsite operator refused to rent a 10A power outlet to Tesla owners. For campers who want to cook their own meals, access to campsite electricity can make a real difference in deciding which appliances they can bring and use.
This V2L test demonstrates another possible solution for powering camping equipment without relying entirely on campsite electrical outlets.
How Does the CCS2 V2L Discharger Power Your Appliances?
After watching the two tests, let's take a closer look at the equipment itself.
V2L stands for Vehicle-to-Load. It refers to a vehicle supplying electrical power to external appliances. When the vehicle and equipment are compatible, the energy stored in the vehicle's high-voltage battery can be used to power external devices.
The Orientrise CCS2 V2L Discharger with Schuko Socket connects to the CCS2 charging port of a compatible vehicle. It converts energy from the vehicle's battery into AC power and delivers it through the Schuko outlet.
The coffee machine, rice cooker, and cooking equipment featured in the creator's videos were all powered through this setup.
Before use, always confirm vehicle compatibility and check the voltage, power requirements, and plug specifications of your appliances. If you're unsure whether your vehicle or appliances are suitable, you can contact the Orientrise team with your vehicle model, year, and appliance details for assistance.
Two Questions Raised During the Real-World Test
After connecting the discharger and using his appliances, the creator noticed some details about the vehicle's display and operating status that he wanted to understand better. He shared these questions with us, and we discussed them with our engineering team.
Why Does the Vehicle Display Something Similar to "Charging"?
The creator noticed that when using V2L, the vehicle's screen could display a status related to charging. This raised a reasonable question: if the vehicle is supplying power to external appliances, why does the screen show something resembling a charging status?
According to the Orientrise engineering team's explanation, the device establishes communication with the vehicle through its CCS interface and activates the relevant high-voltage systems. As a result, the vehicle interface may display a status associated with charging.
The engineering team also explained that the vehicle's Battery Management System (BMS) manages the battery according to the actual current direction and battery status.
Display behavior may vary depending on the vehicle model and software version. Users should always refer to the vehicle's prompts, the device's operating status, and the product instructions when using V2L.
The Vehicle Displays Around 4 kW. How Much Power Are the Appliances Actually Using?
Another detail caught the creator's attention: the vehicle displayed approximately 4 kW, while the connected appliance was consuming less than 1 kW.
Did this mean the vehicle was continuously supplying 4 kW of power?
According to the Orientrise engineering team, the figure displayed on the vehicle interface should not be directly interpreted as the actual power consumption of the connected appliance.
To understand the energy consumed during a session, it's necessary to consider the appliance's actual load, operating time, and the energy consumed during device operation and power conversion.
It helps to distinguish between two commonly used electrical units:
kW (kilowatt) measures power, indicating how much power an appliance requires at a particular moment.
kWh (kilowatt-hour) measures energy consumed over a period of time. This is commonly referred to as a unit of electricity.
For example, if an appliance operates at 1 kW continuously for 20 minutes, its theoretical energy consumption at the appliance end is approximately 0.33 kWh.
In real cooking situations, the power consumption of a rice cooker or coffee machine may change throughout different operating stages. Energy drawn from the vehicle's battery may also be affected by the device's operating consumption and conversion losses.
If you want to understand how much energy a cooking session uses, you can record the appliance's actual energy consumption and operating time, then compare these figures with changes in the vehicle's battery level.
More Information on Product Testing and Vehicle Compatibility
We have also provided the creator with relevant product test reports for reference.
If you'd like to learn more about product testing or vehicle compatibility, feel free to contact the Orientrise team.
What Should You Check Before Bringing Electrical Appliances on a Camping Trip?
From coffee machines to rice cookers, different appliances have different power requirements and operating characteristics. Before setting off, check the rating labels on your appliances and plan your power usage according to your travel needs.
The Orientrise CCS2 V2L Discharger with Schuko Socket has a maximum rated total AC output of 5,000 W, shared between its two AC outlets. Each outlet also has its own rated specifications, which should be checked before connecting appliances.
If you plan to run multiple appliances simultaneously, consider their combined power consumption and any potential changes in power demand during startup.
Whether you're using an espresso machine, rice cooker, or other cooking equipment, always check the appliance specifications against the product's electrical ratings before use.
It's also important to consider your vehicle's remaining battery energy during your trip. For example, if you plan to cook dinner at a campsite and drive to another charging station the following morning, check your remaining battery level and route in advance to make sure you have enough energy reserved for driving.
Bringing a Little Taste of Home to Your Journey
In the French creator's two videos, V2L became part of some very ordinary but enjoyable camping moments: making an Espresso in the morning, cooking rice and eggs at mealtime, and using the vehicle's battery to power everyday appliances.
If you enjoy road trips, camping, or spending nights in your vehicle, the Orientrise CCS2 V2L Discharger with Schuko Socket may be worth exploring.
Feel free to contact our team with your vehicle model, year, and the appliances you plan to use. We'll be happy to help you check compatibility.
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Watch the French Creator's Full Real-World Tests
Video 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOZ_CwEq9no&t
Video 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewHPWux-2nw&t
