Description

VeryCo VC1000 Integrated Single Phase Prepaid Electricity Meter (Non-Smart)

The VeryCo VC1000 Integrated Single Phase Prepaid Electricity Meter is a reliable and cost-effective solution for residential and light commercial electricity metering. Designed to provide accurate energy measurement and simple prepaid operation, this integrated meter helps you take full control of electricity usage, budgeting, and cost recovery. Its straightforward, keypad-free operation makes it ideal for homeowners, landlords, and property managers who require a dependable, non-smart prepaid metering system without advanced communication features.

Built for single-phase electrical installations, the VC1000 measures electricity consumption in kilowatt-hours (kWh) and supports standard prepaid top-up systems. This meter complies with the British Standard (BS) prepaid meter specifications, ensuring industry-recognised performance and compatibility with STS (Standard Transfer Specification) token systems — though it does not include smart communication or remote features.

With an integrated design, the VC1000 combines the energy measurement unit and prepayment electronics in one compact housing that’s easy to install and maintain. The meter’s robust construction ensures reliable performance in a variety of environments and helps protect against tampering and load abuse, providing property owners with peace of mind and better control over energy use.

While this model does not offer advanced connectivity such as Wi-Fi, PLC, or GPRS, it excels in simplicity and durability. Users can still benefit from accurate prepaid metering, clear consumption tracking, and secure credit debit via STS-compliant tokens — making it a practical choice for basic metering needs where smart features are not required.

Whether installed in a standalone home, rental property, or small commercial premise, the VeryCo VC1000 Integrated Single Phase Prepaid Electricity Meter delivers reliable metering performance you can trust, helping you manage energy use and costs effectively.

🔧 Technical Specifications

Based on available BS VC1000 meter documentation; exact values may vary slightly by model/configuration.

• Brand: VeryCo

• Model: VC1000

• Meter Type: Integrated Single Phase Prepaid Electricity Meter (Non-Smart)

• Phase: Single-Phase (2-wire)

• Payment System: Standard Transfer Specification (STS) compatible

• Energy Measurement: Active energy (kWh)

• Communication (Optional): Designed for non-smart deployment (no built-in remote communication)

• Operation Mode: Prepaid power metering

• Tamper Detection: Built-in anti-tamper design

• Contact Control: Internal contactor for disconnect

• Local Operations: Local recharge and disconnect/reconnect functionality

• Meter Functions: Import energy measurement, local data and event storage

• Display: Integrated energy display (kWh credit)

• Housing: Compact integrated design for easy installation

• Standards Compliance: BS prepaid meter specification (STS-compliant)

• Applications: Residential, rental properties, small commercial premises

• Installation: Integrated single-phase electrical supply line

• Power Supply: Typically 230 VAC, 50 Hz

• Durability: Designed for robust everyday use

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the VeryCo VC1000 prepaid electricity meter?

It is an integrated single phase prepaid meter that measures energy usage and supports prepaid top-ups.

Is the VC1000 meter smart or remote-connected?

No, it is a non-smart meter without built-in remote communication features.

How do you recharge the VC1000 prepaid meter?

You recharge it by entering a standard STS prepaid token via a compatible vending system.

Can the meter detect tampering?

Yes, it has anti-tamper features to help protect against unauthorised access or interference.

Where is this meter typically used?

It’s commonly used in homes, rental properties, and small commercial installations.

 

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