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Gemological Institute of America

5345 Armada Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008

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Max power
7.7 kW
Level 2
Charging ports
13
J1772
Price
Price not listed
Per network listing
Hours
24/7
Open all day

Gemological Institute of America is a Level 2 station run by Loop at 5345 Armada Dr in Carlsbad, CA. It has 13 charging ports with J1772 connectors and delivers up to 7.7 kw. Pricing is set by the network app, and the site is open 24 hours a day.

How long will charging take?

Range added per hour

~25mi

10% to 80%, 77 kWh battery

~7.8hours

Estimates for a typical long-range EV. Real times depend on your car's maximum charging rate, battery temperature, state of charge and whether power is shared between neighbouring stalls. How charging speed works

Connectors and compatibility

J1772

13 ports · 8 kW

AC

The universal Level 2 AC plug in North America.

Works with: Every non-Tesla EV and plug-in hybrid. Teslas charge with the J1772 adapter that ships with the car.

Pricing

Price not listed

Prices can vary by time of day and membership. The Loop app shows the live rate before you start.

Location and access

Address
5345 Armada Dr
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Coordinates
33.13244, -117.31922
Hours
24/7
Network
Loop
On site
24/7 Access

Questions drivers ask

How fast is Gemological Institute of America?

It is a Level 2 station delivering up to 8 kW, which adds roughly 25 miles of range per hour. It suits charging while you shop, work or stay overnight rather than a quick road-trip stop.

How much does it cost to charge at Gemological Institute of America?

Loop has not published a fixed price for this site. Rates are shown in the Loop app or on the charger screen before you start a session.

What plugs does Gemological Institute of America have?

13 × J1772 (Type 1) up to 8 kW.

Is Gemological Institute of America open 24/7?

Yes, the network lists it as open 24 hours a day.

Source: U.S. Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC), station ID 456320. Last confirmed by the network on Jul 15, 2026; opened May 5, 2022.