On-street EV charging for councils and charge point operators.
The io6 Street by Ratio
The io6 Street is Ratio’s dedicated on-street EV charging solution, designed specifically to support local authorities and charge point operators (CPOs) in delivering scalable, compliant and cost-effective public charging infrastructure.
The io6 Street enables rapid rollout of residential and urban on-street charging with minimal civil works. Designed and manufactured in the UK, it supports long-term public sector deployment while meeting the operational needs of modern CPO networks.
- Retro fit to lamp posts, columns and pillars
- Up to 7.4kW AC charging
- IK10 impact rated
- Custom colours and branding
io6 Street EV Charger Features
Ideal for on-street charging
Designed for lamp posts, pillars and columns
OCPP 1.6J Compliant (OCPP 2.0.1 ready)
Connects with any back office management system
Three Year Warranty
Quality assured with 3 years peace of mind
Sleek & Discreet
Stylish design which blends in to any setting.
Designed and manufactured in the UK
Built for public sector rollouts
io6 Street has been engineered to address the real-world challenges faced by councils and CPOs when delivering on-street charging:
- Retrofit installation onto existing lamp posts and columns, reducing disruption and installation costs
- Compact footprint that preserves pavement space and meets accessibility requirements
- IK10 impact rating with an aluminium housing for long-term use in public environments
- Elexon approved and fully compliant with UK on-street charging requirements
By leveraging existing street infrastructure, io6 Street allows authorities to expand charging coverage quickly without the cost and complexity of new groundworks.
Reliable, accessible on-street charging
Providing up to 7.4kW AC charging, the io6 Street is ideal for residential streets where vehicles are parked for extended periods. This makes it well suited to overnight and destination charging, supporting residents without off-street parking and helping councils meet EV adoption and air quality targets.
The charger’s clear status LEDs and street-facing design ensure a positive user experience for the public, while maintaining a discreet visual presence within the streetscape.
Network-ready for CPO operations
io6 Street is OCPP 1.6J compliant and OCPP 2.0.1 ready, ensuring seamless integration with all major charge point management systems. This allows CPOs and councils operating their own networks to retain full control over:
- Tariff and session management
- User access and authentication (RFID or plug-and-charge)
- Fault monitoring, diagnostics and reporting
- Asset management across multi-site deployments
Connectivity is provided as standard via Ethernet, Wi Fi and 4G, with 36 months of SIM data included, simplifying deployment and ongoing operations.
Safety and compliance for public environments
Public safety and regulatory compliance are central to the io6 Street design. Each unit includes:
- DC 6mA protection
- Cable locking mechanism to prevent disconnection under load
- Secure authentication to prevent unauthorised use
io6 Street is compliant with all relevant UK and EU standards and is designed for continuous operation in exposed public locations.
Technical overview
Charging mode
IEC 61851 Mode 3
Power output
Up to 7.4kW AC (single phase, up to 32A)
Impact rating
IK10
Ingress protection
IP54
Operating temperature
-25°C to +40°C
Dimensions
130mm × 130mm × 400mm
Weight
5kg
Connectivity
Ethernet, Wi Fi, 4G (SIM + 36 months data included)
Metering
MID certified
Mounting
Suitable for 140 / 168 / 194mm columns and lamp posts (alternative adaptor plates available)
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Contact our Sales ManagersFrequently Asked Questions
A 7.4kW lamppost EV charger designed for UK on-street residential charging schemes, enabling councils and CPOs to use existing street lighting columns to expand public EV infrastructure.
Yes. The io6 Street is purpose-built for street lighting column and street furniture integration, ideal for areas without off-street parking. Suitable for 140/168/194 columns and lamp posts
Up to 7.4kW AC (single phase) — depending upon the column power supply
Yes. The unit supports OCPP integration and 4G connectivity, enabling remote monitoring, billing and network management.
Yes. The io6 Street is built for scalable borough-wide and city-wide on-street EV charging deployment.
The unit supports:
- 4G connectivity
- Ethernet (where available)
- Wi-Fi (where available)
The io6 Street includes:
- 6mA DC fault detection
- Outdoor rated enclosure suitable for UK streetscape environments – IK10 & IP54
