905661012
Software configuration Alfen 905661012 – Smart Charging Network (SCN): license that connects multiple Alfen charging stations on a LAN network to dynamically distribute power among all connected vehicles. Supports up to 128 sockets. Ideal for corporate fleets, condominiums, and multi-bay parking lots.
The Alfen 905661012 – Smart Charging Network (SCN) software configuration is the license that allows multiple Alfen charging stations to be connected in a local network (LAN) and operate as a single virtual charging network. The stations communicate with each other and distribute the available power optimally among all vehicles connected at the same time, always ensuring the maximum possible charging speed within the configured power limit.
How does the Alfen Smart Charging Network work?
When multiple Alfen wallboxes are configured as a Smart Charging Network via license 905661012, they continuously exchange information about power in use and the load of connected vehicles. The total available power is dynamically split among the active stations, respecting the maximum input parameters of the electric vehicles. If a vehicle disconnects, the freed-up power is immediately redistributed to the other stations. The network is also easily expandable: adding a new station does not require reconfiguring the existing ones.
Technical specifications Alfen 905661012
| Product code | 905661012 |
| Type | Software configuration / License |
| Function | Smart Charging Network (SCN) |
| Connection | LAN via Ethernet switch (minimum 10 Mbps) |
| Maximum sockets per network | 128 sockets |
| Minimum stations | 2 Alfen stations |
| UDP port | 36549 (inbound/outbound) |
| Can be combined with | Active Load Balancing (ALB, license 905661011) |
| Configuration tool | ACE Service Installer |
When is the Smart Charging Network license needed?
The SCN license is the ideal choice for multi-point installations such as company parking lots, electric vehicle fleets, apartment buildings, shopping centers and industrial warehouses. Wherever two or more Alfen wallboxes are present on the same power supply, SCN ensures intelligent power distribution, preventing stations in parallel from exceeding the available capacity of the electrical panel.
SCN combined with Active Load Balancing
The Smart Charging Network can be combined with the Active Load Balancing (905661011) license to make the available power dynamic based on the system’s real-time consumption. In this case, only one charger in the network is configured as the ALB master and communicates load variations to all other SCN nodes. This scenario is recommended in systems where power availability fluctuates throughout the day (e.g., presence of a photovoltaic system or other industrial machinery).
Frequently asked questions
How many charging stations can I connect in a Smart Charging Network?
Alfen SCN supports up to 128 sockets in a single network, with a minimum of 2 stations. All stations must be connected to the same local LAN network via an Ethernet switch with a minimum speed of 10 Mbps. It is not possible to include stations on different networks.
Does the Smart Charging Network work without a connection to an OCPP back office?
Yes. SCN functionality is independent of the connection to a back office. The stations communicate directly with each other on the local LAN. An OCPP back office can be added separately for remote monitoring, billing and reporting functions, but it is not required for load balancing to operate.
Does each station in the SCN network need its own 905661012 license?
Yes. The SCN license (code 905661012) must be purchased and activated on each individual Alfen station you want to include in the smart charging network. The indicated price is per socket (per connector).
Can I expand the network by adding new stations in the future?
Yes. Alfen SCN is designed to be easily scalable. Adding a new station to the network does not require reconfiguring the existing ones: the new node is automatically recognized by the other chargers already connected.
What is the difference between Smart Charging Network and Active Load Balancing?
SCN (905661012) coordinates multiple stations with each other to optimize power distribution within the network. ALB (905661011), on the other hand, adjusts charging power based on the real-time consumption of the entire installation via an external smart meter. The two licenses can be combined: ALB provides dynamic available power, which SCN then distributes among the connected stations.
