What does STS mean in prepaid meters?
STS stands for Standard Transfer Specification. It is widely used for token-based prepaid electricity metering, allowing users to recharge electricity credit through secure tokens.
How does an STS prepaid electricity meter work?
A user purchases electricity credit from a vending system and receives a token. The token is entered into the meter or transferred through a supported system, and the meter updates the available credit accordingly.
What is the difference between keypad and split prepaid meters?
A keypad prepaid meter has the user input interface on or near the meter. A split prepaid meter separates the metering unit from the customer interface unit, which can help reduce tampering risk and improve installation flexibility.
Can STS prepaid meters support AMI or remote reading?
Selected STS prepaid meter models may support communication options such as PLC, RF or GPRS for remote reading, data collection or system integration. Availability depends on the model and project platform.
Can a prepaid meter also work in postpaid mode?
Some models or systems may support prepaid and postpaid operation modes depending on configuration. This should be confirmed before project selection.
Where are STS prepaid meters commonly used?
STS prepaid meters are commonly used in residential communities, utility metering projects, rental properties, commercial buildings, rural electrification and energy revenue protection projects.
What information is needed before selecting an STS prepaid meter?
Required information includes phase type, current range, installation method, keypad or split structure, communication method, vending system compatibility, STS requirement, tamper protection and project management platform.