The Apex 100 is an advanced, high-precision meter designed for bulk power transfer measurement at generation, transmission, and consumer points. It supports the open DLMS data exchange protocol and has comprehensive connectivity options. The meter has draw-out modules, dual power supplies, full four-quadrant metering, THD measurement, and flexible time-of-day and demand support. It complies with accuracy standards and has various electrical, mechanical, environmental, and communication specifications.
The Apex 100 is an advanced, high-precision meter designed for bulk power transfer measurement at generation, transmission, and consumer points. It supports the open DLMS data exchange protocol and has comprehensive connectivity options. The meter has draw-out modules, dual power supplies, full four-quadrant metering, THD measurement, and flexible time-of-day and demand support. It complies with accuracy standards and has various electrical, mechanical, environmental, and communication specifications.
The Apex 100 is an advanced, high-precision meter designed for bulk power transfer measurement at generation, transmission, and consumer points. It supports the open DLMS data exchange protocol and has comprehensive connectivity options. The meter has draw-out modules, dual power supplies, full four-quadrant metering, THD measurement, and flexible time-of-day and demand support. It complies with accuracy standards and has various electrical, mechanical, environmental, and communication specifications.
The Apex 100 is an advanced, high-precision meter designed for bulk power transfer measurement at generation, transmission, and consumer points. It supports the open DLMS data exchange protocol and has comprehensive connectivity options. The meter has draw-out modules, dual power supplies, full four-quadrant metering, THD measurement, and flexible time-of-day and demand support. It complies with accuracy standards and has various electrical, mechanical, environmental, and communication specifications.
configurability Interoperable Dual power supply communication
Bulk energy measurement, draw out type, long range site configurable with multi comms options
Apex 100 is an advanced high-end precision meter, specifically
designed for generation, transmission and consumer bulk power transfer points. It supports the ICS DLMS open data exchange protocol for ease of reading and for integration with other systems. Comprehensive connectivity to back-end systems for monitoring and billing is provided via various communication technologies.
Application Features Ÿ Bulk energy transfer measurement and reconciliation Ÿ Full four-quadrant import/export metering with active, Ÿ Captive power plants (CPP), feeder monitoring, grid reactive and apparent measurement substations and wind turbines Ÿ Total harmonic distortion (THD) measurement for
Ÿ On-line monitoring of energy exchange at various interface currents and voltages
points Ÿ Draw-out type meter module with automatic CT shorting Ÿ Wide-range dual auxiliary power supply (AC and DC), with Ÿ Metering for availability based tariffs (ABT) and open access systems option for self-powering Ÿ Dynamic error compensation for external current and Ÿ Energy accounting systems voltage transformers Ÿ Intuitive graphical display for parameters and data Ÿ Two metrology LEDs for simultaneous accuracy testing Benefits of different parameters Ÿ Four LEDs for energy redirection and status indication Ÿ Elimination of data gaps and revenue losses through use of Ÿ Comprehensive data storage for current and historical hot-swappable meter modules, with automatic shorting of readings and load survey data external current transformers Ÿ Flexible time-of-day tariff and maximum demand support, Ÿ Minimal integration costs through multiple communications with automatic billing interfaces Ÿ Multiple communication ports for local and remote data Ÿ Complies with the DLMS open data exchange protocol transfer and for interfacing with external systems Ÿ Maximum revenue integrity through highest possible level of Ÿ Interoperable DLMS and Modbus protocols for meter metering system accuracy reading Ÿ Efficient network management through accurate and detailed energy flow data Ÿ Suitable for diverse applications through wide-range voltage, current and auxiliary supply inputs Apex 100 Technical specifications Electrical Connection type CT/PT-operated Wiring configuration 3-phase 3-wire, 3-phase 4-wire Voltage range (L-N/L-L) 57.7/100 V to 69.3/120 V (configurable)* Current range Ib: 1-5 A (configurable)* Imax: up to 10A (configurable)* Accuracy Class 0.2s Mains frequency 50 Hz ± 5% Burden As per compliance standards
Compliance Standards IEC 62053-22, IS 14697 Certification IS 15959
Mechanical Dimensions (W x H x D) 19” rack (up to two meters) 428 × 133 × 260 mm approx 11” rack (single meter) 299 × 133 × 260 mm approx Enclosure Translucent polycarbonate cover (with clear tranparent window for display) and overall mild steel body Sealing Sealable screws on the front and back fascia of meter Sealing provision for optical port & MD reset button Weight 6 kg approx. (with rack)
Environmental Temperature -10˚C to +55˚C (operating) -20˚C to +65˚C (storage) Humidity 95% non-condensing
Features Auxiliary supply - Dual aux. supply provision for 48-276 V AC/DC - Option for aux. supply 24-48 V DC - Option for self-powered supply with one aux. supply Display Large backlit graphical LCD, with three buttons for parameter selection Inputs and outputs Pulse outputs Four volt-free outputs, rated for 100 mA, 110-230 V AC/DC, pulse width 80 ms. LEDs indicate status of pulse outputs. Pulse input One input for time synchronization, rated for 100 mA, 24-40 V DC Communication Local reading Optical port (1107) Optional USB (Type A) port Remote reading Optional RS-232/RS-485 port for connecting to GSM/GPRS modem Specifications are subject to change without prior notice
Optional Ethernet (Modbus and DLMS over TCP/IP) for on line monitoring and SCADA integration
٭Electrical, mechanical and software features options depend on product variant.
