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Product ID: TP-USB Series

TP-USB Optical Probe fits most electric and thermo meters with advanced tech.It uses original UK FTDI USB chips for plug-and-play on all OS, no drivers needed.Built with wide-temperature cables (-40°C~+70°C), it upholds Tespro’s quality-first principle.

  • Baud rate

    300-115200bps

  • Standard

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

  • Interface

    USB-2.0

  • Temperature

    -40℃~+70℃

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Product Introduction

TP-USB Series Optical Probe was designed by Tespro in 2005. The up-to-date technologies and the general application property for almost all kinds of electric meters and thermo meters make it very unique among the optical probe families.Tespro China has always adhered to the principle of quality first, and this product has always adopted the original USB chip from FTDI in the UK, which can achieve plug and play for all operating systems without the need to install any drivers, making it more convenient for customers to use. At the same time, we insist on using wide temperature cable materials to ensure that the product can work normally between - 40 ° C and + 70 ° C. For 20 years, as always, adhering to quality is our pursuit. TP-USB was originally designed and manufactured by Tespro Electronics Co., Ltd. (Tespro China).

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Strong Compatibility

It boasts strong compatibility, being compatible with all brands and types of meters, fully compliant with various protocols, and supporting all operating systems.

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The World's Best USB Chip

It is the world's best USB chip and compatible with all operating systems.

 

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Support Ultra-high Speed

It supports ultra-high speed, with ultra-high communication speed reaching up to 300 - 115200 bps, and features transparent transfer mode for seamless integration with meters.

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Excellent Performance in Harsh Environment

It delivers excellent performance in harsh environments. The optical probe is made of 100% PC material, functioning well regardless of the environment, be it summer's scorching sun or winter's freezing blizzard. It also features top - level enclosure material, a strong magnet, and a soft yet durable cable.

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TP-USB Optical Probe Parameters Overview

Category Items Features
Basic Information Communication Interface USB-2.0
Supported Standard IEC 62056-21/ANSI/ANSI-Type2/DL/T-645
Model Specifications Sub-Models TP-USB-IEC:Compliant with IEC-62056-21(ModC&E)
TP-USB-ANSI-N:Compliant with ANSIC12.18
TP-USB-ANSI-S:Compliant with ANSIC12.18-2006 type2
TP-USB-IR645:Compliant with DL/T-645-97/07
Maximum B.R. 57600 in normal and max.115200 available
Connector USB A male 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 ABS+PC
Protection Class IPS54

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Reliable Optical Communication for Smart Metering

Modern AMI systems require stable and accurate data capture at the meter level. Manual meter reading was time-consuming and error-prone.

Tespro's optical probes, including the TP-BT and USB series, enabled automatic data retrieval via optical ports, supporting various meter brands and protocols. Bluetooth and USB models offered flexibility for both field and desktop use.

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Sept. 8, 2022 – A leading U.S. client has purchased 275 TP-USB optical probes directly from our company, set to power smart meter data collection, Industrial IoT monitoring, and on-site equipment testing across the nation.

 

The probe’s standout USB functionality enables on-board data storage—eliminating the need to bring laptops to field sites and allowing seamless data transfer to computers post-collection.

 

The TP-USB probes fundamentally transform field operations with integrated USB data storage—enabling technicians to collect meter readings without laptops onsite and transfer captured data to computers after returning from the field.

 

Customer reports confirm revolutionary efficiency gains: this USB-driven plug-and-play design cuts onsite operation time by 35%, reduces data inaccuracies by 40%, and lowers maintenance costs by 28%. Recognized for its operational reliability and workflow optimization, the solution has become the client's preferred choice for all future deployments.

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