Metering equipment

I want to rent a meter

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  If you decide to rent an electricity meter and therefore use the Comprehensive Metering Service, provided by e-distribución, we will install and connect an approved meter.

  
  This service also covers the following:

  1. Configuration/programming of the meter and/or modem for the initial installation.
  2. If the device supports remote metering, we will manage remote readings through an RTC or GSM communication line (depending on the method used). In this case, e-distribución will have exclusive use of the GPRS communication channel.
  3. Connection of the remote metering system.
  4. Verification of the metering equipment after the initial installation.
  5. Periodic reviews and verifications.
  6. Replacement, repair or reconfiguration of the meter in the event of a malfunction (provided that the malfunction has not been caused by a manipulation that e-distribución has not authorised).
  7. Firmware updates, where necessary.
     
     

More info about the measurement equipment

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  The price of all of these services is included in the rental. However, grid connection charges are billed separately. For example, if you request a meter reconfiguration, you will be charged for that service.

  The Comprehensive Metering Service includes the meter or meter-recorder, plus the modem if this device is required. It does not include metering transformers.

  If remote metering is mandatory and there is no GSM mobile telephony coverage at the point of measurement, you must provide a conventional RTC telephone line for this sole purpose.

  You are also responsible for the management and cost of the statutory verifications carried out by official bodies, such as Red Eléctrica de España, although an e-distribución representative will always be present on these occasions.

  If you are a producer under the Special Regime, to register for the Comprehensive Metering Service you must take out a contract for ancillary services. A meter will be assigned to these services for the purpose of billing the rental.

Your own meter

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  If you decide to buy a meter on the market, it will need to be installed a certified installer. You will be responsible for all installation, configuration, verification and maintenance costs.

  Remember, your meter must be approved by e-distribución and it must have the mandatory authorisation for use and a valid verification certificate.

  Furthermore, an e-distribución representative must be present to seal and connect the meter. You will also be responsible for the grid connection charges.

  In accordance with Art. 13.2 of Royal Decree 1110/2007, the meter must be configured by the electricity distributer, which in this case is e-distribución.

Remote metering specifications

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  If remote metering is mandatory, the meter must include a modem and must be connected to a fully functional RTC or GSM communication line. This means that you must keep your meter in perfect working condition.

Remote metering via GSM

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  SIM for data communications via GSM.
  PIN request deactivated.
  Voice mail deactivated.
  Incoming/outgoing SMS text messages deactivated.
  Incoming/outgoing MMS text messages deactivated.
  Incoming/outgoing voice calls deactivated.
  Incoming data communications activated.
  Outgoing data communications deactivated.
  Internet access deactivated.
  
  

Remote metering via IP, GPRS technology

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  The IP must be public
  The IP must be static
  The IP port must be above 80
  

Remember

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  If we carry out any maintenance on your meter, you will be billed for the service provided.
  
  An e-distribución representative must always be present to seal and unseal your meter if it is manipulated in any way, and you will be billed for the costs involved (grid connection charges).
  
  

Rental of current transformers

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  e-distribución offers the rental of current transformers for low voltage meters (ranges 100/5 A, 200/5 A and 1000/5 A).

  The rental prices includes the installation of the transformers (except for machining tasks) and, if required, the meter configuration.