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Product ID: TP-TypeC Series

TP-typeC Series Smart Meter Probe is a device made by Tespro China that has got USB TypeC interface as a means of data communication and primarily to suit various types of laptops. TP-TypeC will be designed to address the requirements of Tablet PC applications; that is, it is configured with USB TYPEC interface and use OTG data cable.

  • Baud rate

    300-115200bps

  • Standard

    IEC 62056-21/ANSI/ANSI-Type2/DL/T-645

  • Interface

    USB TYPEC OTG

  • Temperature

    -40℃~+70℃

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Product Introduction

TP-typec series optical probe is a product of Tespro China that has a USB type c interface to communicate data primarily to suit various kinds of laptops. TP-TypeC will be designed based on OTG data cable and USB TYPEC interface to support the Tablet PC applications. It is gracefully, useful with handy connectivity.

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Strong Compatibility

It is well-compatible, can be compatible with any brand and type of meters, is entirely compatible with various protocols and can be used with all operating systems.

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Support Ultra-high Speed

It supports ultra-high speed. Ultra-high speed communications technology refers to communication rate that is more than megabits per second (Gbps). It can use ultra-high communication speed up to 300 -115200 bps and support a transparent transfer mode to be integrated with meters.

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Excellent Performance in Harsh Environment

It does exceptionally well in extreme conditions. The optical probe is made of 100 percent PC material, which can be used during summer in the sun or in winter during a snow storm. It has the best - level enclosure material, a powerful magnet and a soft and durable cable, so it is the solution to your concerns.

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Support Customization

It favors customization, competitive pricing, on time delivery, good reputation, 24 - hour response, 12 - month warranty, constant product upgrades, permanent technical support, and customization, OEM and ODM service.

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Metering Equipment Technical Data

Category Items Features
Basic Information Communication Interface USB TYPECOTG
Supported Standard IEC 62056-21/ANSI/ANSI-Type2/DL/T-645
Model Specifications Sub-Models TP-TypeC-IEC:Compliant with IEC-62056-21(ModC&E)
TP-TypeC-ANSI-N:Compliant with ANSIC12.18
TP-TypeC-ANSI-S:Compliant with ANSIC12.18-2006 type2
TP-TypeC-IR645:Compliant with DL/T-645-97/07
Maximum B.R. 57600 in normal and max.115200 available
Connector Type-C connector
Sensor Light Wave Length ~900 nm.
Cable Cablelength 2M in normal and 3M/4M/5M for option
Fastening Strong magnetic adhesion (in accordance with IEC 62056-21)
Mounting Magnet Holding Power N40/N52(Optional)
Environment Application temperature:-40℃~70℃ in normal
Dimensions Diameter&Height Optical port 32mm Diameter/L45×H30mm
Weight 88 gr
Enclosure Material PC
Protection Class IP 54

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Reliable Optical Communication for Smart Metering

The AMI systems of the modern world demand the presence of consistent and precise data acquisition at the meter level. Reading of meters manually was time-consuming and inaccurate.
The optical probes of Tespro, such as TP-BT series and USB series, allowed retrieving the data automatically through optical ports and worked with a wide range of meter brands and protocols. Bluetooth and USB models provided the customization of the field and desktop usage.

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One of the utility companies in Southeast Asia experienced aggravating bottlenecks in the data collection of their legacy meters-the incompatible nature of the devices and time-consuming nature of installing the drivers in the field slowed down the field operations to snail pace.

 

In search of an easy-going, user-friendly solution to consolidate the use of data capture in its electricity and water meter networks, the company resorted to the Tespro TP-TypeC series of optical probes, which are designed to capture the same in a TP-type.

 

The USB Type-C OTG interface of the TP-TypeC was a game-changer and allowed allowing the connection to laptops and tablets without additional drivers, i.e. a plug-and-play functionality that made technicians go online immediately.

 

It was highly magnetic therefore enabling fast installation on meters without use of tools, which is very troublesome. The 2 meters standard cable had easy range of operation in the field and the light weight design lowers the fatigue of technicians when doing their rounds on a daily basis.

 

The utility acquired 2,500 TP-TypeC probes to be used in cities in residential premises as well as the suburbs in industrial areas. The TP-TypeC probes were an answer in the urban residential data collection environment where frequent delays due to inefficient drivers had been a problem bane, and where retrofitting old meters would have been too costly in the suburban industrial areas.

 

The probes improved the process of data collection by eradicating delays that were caused by drivers. Moreover, rather than paying high integration costs in upgrading the previous meters, the utility realized a cost effective upgrading.

 

The case highlights the utility of TP-TypeC as a hassle-free utility digital upgrade, which is a 20-year-long dedication of Tespro to provide user-friendly and efficient energy data collection tools.

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