Sensus Watthour meters

kansas

Not sure where to post this. I found a broken carton containing four Sensus Watthour meters on the road in front of my farm. They appear to be the type of meters that would belong to a utility company and install on the outside of a building. I have four of them, two of which appear to be in perfect condition, the other two damaged. They are marked Benton Utilities, but I have called every Benton Utilities on the net with no luck. Take that back - there is a "Benton Utilities" that offers nationwide service but has no contact information.

They are marked CL200 240V 3W 1Kh FM2S 60Hz. iCon MXU Model 530-E

Is this type meter something of value to the solar community? If so, how to get them to someone that can use them? I sure don't need them, but hate to just trash them. Thanks

sub3marathonman

Re: Sensus Watthour meters

kansas wrote: »

Not sure where to post this. I found a broken carton containing four Sensus Watthour meters on the road in front of my farm.

They are marked CL200 240V 3W 1Kh FM2S 60Hz. iCon MXU Model 530-E

If you're looking for a bit more information for them, http://www.ic.gc.ca/pics/lm/electric/ae/1145r5.pdf is a document from Sensus to "Measurement Canada" for approval.

They seem to be the basic power meter, and I know some have used a meter to check on how much energy their water heater used. You'd have to purchase and wire it for a meter box, but then you'd have that information. I think this meter also has wireless communication, but I don't know how an average person could use it.

kansas

Re: Sensus Watthour meters

sub3marathonman wrote: »

If you're looking for a bit more information for them, http://www.ic.gc.ca/pics/lm/electric/ae/1145r5.pdf is a document from Sensus to "Measurement Canada" for approval.

They seem to be the basic power meter, and I know some have used a meter to check on how much energy their water heater used. You'd have to purchase and wire it for a meter box, but then you'd have that information. I think this meter also has wireless communication, but I don't know how an average person could use it.

Thanks sub3 (that's FAST!). The document link you provided includes pictures and other information that I won't have to provide, if anyone is interested in the meters. Bill

kansas

It's been suggested that I post a price for these meters. I would be happy to ship one or all of them to someone who needs them for the cost of packing and shipping +$20. I say the cost of packing if I have to buy a box to ship all four. Otherwise, I would probably have a box. So, buy one for $20 or buy them all for $20. I need to get them out of the way. Bill

jcheil

I bought a few of those type of meters and installed one at each of my mini-split units and one on the output of my inverter. That way I can get a really good idea of consumption. I think I paid $20 for the meters and $25 for the meter box. Plus it is a good conversation piece.

moesoo

hi: jerry bell here. yes!! i would like to buy one of the 'good' meters. i can send you a check or paypal. don't check the forum too much. cell phone is 858 two seven eight one zero four eight. thanks you much. jerry

moesoo

hi: jerry bell here. yes!! i would like to buy one of the 'good' meters. i can send you a check or paypal. don't check the forum too much. cell phone is 858 two seven eight one zero four eight. thanks you much. jerry

moesoo

hi: jerry bell here. yes!! i would like to buy one of the 'good' meters. i can send you a check or paypal. don't check the forum too much. cell phone is 858 two seven eight one zero four eight. thanks you much. jerry

kansas

Thanks for your interest, but I've shipped all of the meters to Florida.