Description

VeryCo VC1100 DIN Rail Single Phase Prepaid Electricity Meter (Smart)

The VeryCo VC1100 DIN Rail Single Phase Prepaid Electricity Meter (Smart) is a versatile and intelligent metering solution for modern residential and light commercial electrical installations. Designed for utility-grade performance, this smart prepaid meter combines traditional STS prepaid functionality with smart connectivity and remote monitoring capabilities, allowing users to manage and control energy use with greater efficiency and convenience.

The compact DIN rail-mount design fits easily into distribution panels and electrical enclosures, making installation clean and professional. The meter supports RS485 communication and Ethernet integration through compatible converters (e.g., TAS-LAN-460), enabling remote data access and real-time monitoring. With this connectivity, you can track electricity usage, view credit balance changes, and optimise energy consumption from a central system or networked monitoring platform.

In addition to smart communication, the VC1100 includes secure STS/CTS token-based prepaid top-up support, enabling flexible energy budgeting through encrypted 20-digit tokens. It also features a robust anti-tamper design that detects attempts such as terminal cover removal, interference with communications modules, and magnetic tampering — helping protect revenue and improve system integrity.

Other user-friendly functionalities include emergency credit mode, low balance alerts, holiday modes, and support for multiple communication protocols (optical port, RS485, PLC, RF, and wired M-Bus). The ability to perform remote firmware upgrades (IEC 62056-21 compliant) keeps the meter up to date with evolving utility needs.

Whether you are managing energy in a modern smart home, a rental property, or a commercial premise, the VeryCo VC1100 Smart Prepaid Electricity Meter delivers accurate metering, secure prepaid functionality, and future-ready connectivity in one compact package.

🔧 Technical Specifications (Bullet Format)

Based on available retailer description for the VC1100 Smart DIN Rail meter.

• Brand: VeryCo

• Model: VC1100

• Meter Type: Smart Prepaid Electricity Meter (Single Phase)

• Mounting: DIN rail mount (compact panel design)

• Payment System: STS / CTS token-based prepaid top-ups

• Communication:

  • RS485 interface for smart connectivity

  • Optical port support

  • Ethernet integration via RS485-to-Ethernet converter

  • PLC, RF, or wired M-Bus options available

• Operation Modes: Prepaid and postpaid selectable

• Tamper Detection: Terminal cover removal, communication module interference, magnetic field detection

• User Functions: Emergency credit, low balance alerts, holiday mode

• Remote Features: Optional remote firmware upgrade (IEC 62056-21 compliant)

• Energy Measurement: Active energy (kWh)

• Display: Local numeric display of credit and consumption

• Application: Residential and light commercial electrical distribution

• Standards Compliance: STS certified (Standard Transfer Specification)

• Protection: Robust anti-tamper design

• Power Supply: Standard single phase (230 VAC, 50 Hz)

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the VeryCo VC1100 prepaid electricity meter?

A smart DIN rail single phase prepaid meter with remote communication and monitoring features.

Does it support remote monitoring?

Yes, it supports RS485 connectivity for integration with smart systems and remote data access.

How does prepaid top-up work?

It uses STS/CTS 20-digit tokens for secure prepaid electricity credit top-ups.

Can it detect tampering?

Yes, it includes tamper detection for cover removal and communication interference.

Is it suitable for residential use?

Yes, it is ideal for residential and light commercial metering with enhanced monitoring capabilities.

 

 

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