SIM Card Integration

Switch telecom providers without replacing the SIM card—and keep charging-station communication uninterrupted.

Predictable costs

Charging-station SIMs typically cost under €0.75 per charging point per month

Stay connected through roaming

IoT SIMs with roaming and multi-network keep your stations reachable: the radio network switches automatically when it fits the site—fewer dropouts, more uptime.

Central SIM Management

Monitor, activate, and manage all SIM cards from a single dashboard. Real-time data usage tracking and automated alerts for connectivity issues.

Provider Flexibility

Switch SIM providers without replacing hardware. eUICC and multi-IMSI are built in—you change the provider, not the cards in the field.

1NCE Integration

Deep integration with 1NCE – Europe's leading IoT connectivity provider. Flat-rate data plans optimized for M2M communication in charging infrastructure.

Connectivity Monitoring

SIM Overview in the Admin Dashboard

CPO teams can view all SIM cards belonging to the workspace in a list within the admin system, and see details such as identifiers, providers, status, data usage, and last synchronization. When opening a SIM detail view, data is updated in the background with the mobile provider.

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Access to charging station UI (Beta)

Optionally, users can open the charger's web interface directly from the admin. The connection runs via a secure OB7 VPN connection to the mobile network at the site.

Order new SIM cards in one click

Add SIMs for new charging points right in the admin—no detours via portals or email chains.

Billing per gigabyte

Transparent billing based on actual data usage—you pay per gigabyte consumed.

OB7 admin: SIM overview and monitoring

Admin Dashboard

SIM Card Management & Monitoring

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Last Sync: 2 min ago
FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything about SIM card integration – from connectivity to provider switching.

Why do charging stations need a SIM card?

The SIM card provides the mobile data connection. The charging station still communicates primarily with the operator's CPMS system and backend as before. In this setup, OB7 provides the matching SIM card for stable connectivity, especially at sites without reliable WiFi or LAN.

Which SIM providers are supported?

At the moment, we support 1NCE. You can switch providers at any time or transfer your cards to another account. No lock-in—promised.

What happens during network issues?

Multi-network SIMs automatically switch between available networks. If connection is lost, the station buffers data locally and syncs when reconnected.

Can I switch SIM providers without hardware replacement?

Yes, with eUICC-enabled SIM cards, you switch providers remotely via the OB7 dashboard. No on-site visit, no card replacement required.

How much data does a charging station use?

That depends heavily on the hardware type. AC chargers are typically below 100 MB per month, while DC chargers are usually above 150 MB and often above 200 MB. Even with these differences, SIM costs per charging point are normally below €0.75 per month.

How do I monitor my stations' connectivity?

The OB7 dashboard shows the connection status of all stations in real-time. For connectivity issues, you receive automatic alerts via email or push.