RS485
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RS485 Modbus Power Meter: Your reliable partner for meter reading
To reliably read out energy consumption, you need a steadfast partner by your side - a power meter with a RS485 Modbus interface. EMU Metering’s online store offers just these devices. But what are they? This special interface is a communication interface. The acronym RS stands for Recommended Standard.
RS485 interfaces can be found, for example, in several of our three phase energy meters from the Professional and Professional II series - additional interface types include TCP/IP or LoRa. RS485 supports the Modbus/RTU protocol. RTU stands for Remote Terminal Unit. This unit transfers data in binary form, while Modbus ASCII works to transfer data with the eponymous code. Up to 32 modules can be connected to a RS485 bus line - a repeater increases this number up to 128 connection options. Get your reliable energy meter with RS485 Modbus interface!
Are Modbus and RS485 identical?
No, because RS485 is a data transmission standard for a physical interface. The term Modbus on the other hand, describes a protocol that uses RS485 in its implementation. Modbus RTU works with a binary code upon dispatch - just like RS485. In addition, RS485 uses different electrical signals for data transmission than, for example, its predecessor interface RS232, which is almost never used today. There is also the Modbus ASCII protocol, which transfers data in the eponymous code.
What are the benefits of using an energy meter with RS485 interface?
The main argument certainly is that multiple devices can be operated via a single RS485 Modbus interface. This no longer requires the presence of several interfaces if the data are accessed from multiple devices. However, it is important to use the correct interface, because, for example, RS232 and RS485 are not completely compatible with each other. Furthermore, the RS485 Modbus interface covers a significantly higher transmission distance. Higher interval rates are also possible.
What EMU Metering electricity meters have RS485 built in?
If you are explicitly seeking an energy meter with RS485 Modbus interface, you can find it in our three phase transformer-operated meters and three phase A.C. meters. In short: in all meters with Modbus interface that allow for data transmission to a remote station.
What are the characteristics of the RS485 interface?
Is an energy meter with RS485 Modbus interface right for you? It will take you no time at all to find out using our list of all relevant characteristics:
- Number of receivers: 32
- Maximum line length: 1,200 metres
- Maximum data transmission rate: 39800 Baud
What additional interfaces can be found in our energy meters?
Independent of the model, the following interfaces are integrated in our electricity meters:
- M-Bus
- Modbus RTU
- TCP/IP
- KNX
- LON
- LoRA
If you are explicitly seeking RS485-enabled meters, you will receive a device with a built-in Modbus interface from the product series Professional and Professional II. These are MID B+D certified and facilitate the reliable and accurate measurement of all energy usage. Record different rates such as daytime and night-time consumption (depending on the model). This can be achieved quickly using a rate switch via a 230 Volt signal.
RS485 Modbus interface: Centrally access all important data
Accessing a variety of data centrally in one place is harder than herding cats? Not with the energy meters with RS485 Modbus interface. And at EMU Metering you can not only buy high-quality hardware, but also fast software that helps to correctly trace consumption and to then calculate the correct payments. Calibrated with precision, sustainable and easy to operate - get your energy meter with RS485 interface. We look forward to hearing from you!