The modern market for the purchase and sale of electrical energy requires the availability of devices for accounting for these operations. In the role of the device for this purpose, a two-tariff meter is increasingly used. It is a modern multifunctional device for recording energy consumption of the population and industrial enterprises, as well as public and administrative buildings.
Unlike the more familiar one-tariff, the two-tariff electricity meter has a high quality of work. Both the principle of operation and the method of recording readings have changed. This device allows you to make some adjustments to the payment of electricity bills by consumers, since they have the opportunity to set a separate tariff for each time of the day. For example, the nighttime electricity tariff is much lower than during the daytime. A two-tariff meter allows you to take into account all such nuances.
No doubt the savings may seem small at first. However, over time, it will acquire a value of a fairly large value. Therefore, if you still have not decided on the choice of a meter, we recommend that you choose an electronic two-tariff meter. He is not only moreeconomical, but also allows you to make the operation of power plants more optimal, and therefore reduce their negative impact on the environment.
The installation of a two-tariff meter, as well as its appearance, are not much different from the traditional single-tariff meter, the only difference is that at the set time, the meter readings on the display change their values.
The disadvantage of this device is that its initial cost is twice as high as the standard one-rate. However, this circumstance is easily offset by saving money from paying bills. Another difficulty is the following: in order to install a two-tariff meter, you must submit an appropriate application to the energy sales department.
Therefore, before starting installation, it is required to prepare all relevant documents, invite a qualified specialist, and also prepare the installation site.
You can buy a two-tariff meter at specialized outlets, or you can agree on this in advance with the master who will install it. This electronic device must comply with the current GOST and have permission to sell in your country.
Installation of an electricity meter is carried out at a level of 80 to 170 cm in a room whose temperature does not take values below 0 ° С. The electrical appliance is connected to power circuits using clamps and terminals, andthe counter is mounted on a shield intended for this purpose.
After the installation process, it is necessary to invite an energy sales inspector to inspect, seal and draw up a commissioning certificate. Then an agreement is concluded with the energy retailer for payment of electricity under a two-tariff device. A copy of this document must be provided to the building management or the chairman of the housing cooperative.
