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STE18 — Single-Phase Prepaid Electricity Meter

03 · Prepaid electricity meter

STE18

Single-Phase Prepaid Electricity Meter

A single-phase prepayment energy meter for homes and small units. Balance, warnings and connection status are all shown on the built-in display and status lights, with a keypad for entering top-up tokens.

Why clients choose it

  • On-screen indicators for warning, communication status and credit, so customers always know where they stand.
  • Keypad entry for STS prepayment tokens — no extra hardware required.
  • Class 1.0 accuracy for billing-grade measurement.
  • Class II protection and a wide operating range (-25°C to 70°C) suit both indoor and outdoor placement.
  • Low self-power consumption keeps running costs to a minimum.
  • Built and tested to IEC 62052/62053 international metering standards.

Key specifications

Nominal voltage
230 V (30%–120% of nominal)
Frequency
50–60 Hz
Current rating
Basic 5 A / Maximum 80 A
Accuracy class
Class 1.0
Prepayment method
STS-certified numeric token code
Power consumption
< 2 W / 8 VA (voltage circuit), < 1 VA (current circuit)
Working conditions
-25°C to +70°C (storage: -40°C to +85°C)
Protection
Class II
Standards
IEC 62052-11, IEC 62053-21

Warranty: 12 months from installation, covering parts and unit replacement.

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