The CA168-M represents a significant advancement in smart electricity metering technology, blending high-precision metrology with versatile wireless communication and flexible contractual billing options. This single-phase, two-wire electric meter is designed to operate in both prepayment and post-payment modes, with the unique capability to switch between these modes seamlessly upon receiving a command from the backend server. This feature provides utilities with the flexibility to implement various billing strategies tailored to consumer needs and preferences.

The CA168-M’s modular design sets it apart, allowing for easy integration of different communication technologies. The plug-in module for data collection and network communications can be interchanged as needed, supporting PLC (Power Line Communication), RF (Radio Frequency), GPRS (General Packet Radio Service), 3G, and 4G LTE cellular data networks. This adaptability ensures that the meter can be configured to optimize performance based on local infrastructure conditions, thereby reducing operational costs.

Furthermore, the CA168-M’s modular approach to communications hardware not only enhances operational flexibility but also promises cost-effective maintenance and upgrades. Rather than replacing the entire meter, utilities can simply swap out the communication module as new technologies emerge or as network requirements change. This forward-thinking design ensures that the CA168-M remains a reliable and future-proof solution for electricity metering, capable of evolving alongside advancements in communication and billing technologies.

Features

1) PLC G3 communication

2) Prepayment or post-payment mode selectable

3) Maximum demand measurement ( Optional)

4) Anti-tamper: magnetic proof, data retention in an outage, cover open detection

5) TOU with multi-rate and multi-billing cycles

6) IEC 62056-21 and DLMS/COSEM compliant (on request)

7) Prepared for AMR/AMI functionality and remote control from the server side

Key benefits

a) Advanced load management on demand and remote

b) Reduce operational and maintenance costs

c) Free choice of suitable communication according to local needs

d) Revenue protection by flexible consumer contract control

e) Long life time design with easy upgrade features

Specifications:

Calin, as derived from China League of Innovation, dates  back to the year 2006  when our team developed the new generation of CPU card electronic prepaid kilo-watt hour meter for China State Grid. Now there are over 1,000,000 pcs this type of smart prepayment electric meters operating  as key revenue protection devices for utilities and service providers in and out of China. 

Each member of Calin R&D team  ever served in top rank Chinese meter companies and contributed to the rapid development of smart metering industry in China. With vast forefront field experience and expertise, Calin offer a broad metering product range, comprising of conventional electric meters, water meters, prepaid meters, wireless communication meters, vending and management systems, AMR / AMI smart metering solutions, consulting, training and support.

Calin is the forerunner of prepaid metering industry in China. Our products and solutions are all developed on the concept of revenue protection and better management, and thus enjoy very high reputation in the industry. Even now China is supplying components, complete products as in OEM, and meter electronic design to many other meter manufacturers. With this OEM and trade partners, Calin’s business has expannded to over 30 countries and regions worldwide. 

To share with our clients the benefit from our constant innovation and commit to our clients’ request is Calin’s forever unchanging principle. Running away from responsibility is always condemed. Calin will keep servicing our clients with our best innovation and commitment to create best mutual benefit.