SWTCH Energy
830 S China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
- Max power
- 10 kW
- Level 2
- Charging ports
- 4
- J1772
- Price
- Free
- No charging fee listed
- Hours
- 24/7
- Open all day
SWTCH Energy is a Level 2 station run by Swtch at 830 S China Lake Blvd in Ridgecrest, CA. It has 4 charging ports with J1772 connectors and delivers up to 10 kw. Charging is free, and the site is open 24 hours a day.
How long will charging take?
Range added per hour
~33mi
10% to 80%, 77 kWh battery
~6hours
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
4 ports · 10 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
Free
Network listing: “Free”
Location and access
- Address
- 830 S China Lake Blvd
Ridgecrest, CA 93555 - Coordinates
- 35.60909, -117.67007
- Hours
- 24/7
- Network
- Swtch
- On site
- 24/7 Access
Questions drivers ask
How fast is SWTCH Energy?
It is a Level 2 station delivering up to 10 kW, which adds roughly 33 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 SWTCH Energy?
Charging is listed as free. Parking fees or time limits may still apply.
What plugs does SWTCH Energy have?
4 × J1772 (Type 1) up to 10 kW.
Is SWTCH Energy 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 459459. Last confirmed by the network on Jul 15, 2026; opened Apr 15, 2026.