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Type AB meters

Type AB meters are cost-effective meters for


measuring kWh energy usage. They continue
to meet utility expectations by consistently
exceeding their 30-year expected life span.

Available as either single phase (AB1) or AMR capability


polyphase (ABS) meter, the Type AB meter By installing communication modules
can be supplied with a clock-dial or under the cover of single phase meter
cyclometer register. Manufactured in an (AB1R) and polyphase meter (ABS), the
ISO 9001 Registered Firm Status facility Type AB meter can integrate with different
based in the United States, Type AB automated meter reading (AMR) systems.
meters are designed to operate in the The Type AB meter can be ordered with
harshest environments. AB1 and ABS the communication already installed, and
meters share these design features: meters deployed in the field can be
• high reliable, epoxy-encapsulated retrofitted.
voltage coil In addition to the following technologies,
• Magnethrust bearing system for information is available to new vendors to
accurate registration and tamper assist them in adding their modules to the
resistance Type AB meter.
• corrosion protection for long life • 900 MHz radio frequency
• fixed register mesh requiring no • Itron1
adjustment during register installation
• Schlumberger CellNet
• filter seal system protects against
contaminants while minimizing • Distribution power line carrier
condensation • Hunt Turtle
Type AB meters provide accuracy and • DCSI
consistent service performance over their
• Telephone
long life span. The fully automated final
calibration system provides very tight and • Itron (DCI)
consistent accuracy levels, which means • American Innovations
each meter arrives at the utility ready for
installation. A calibration data file can be
provided with each shipment. This file can
be easily transferred into the utility’s
database or meter record system.

www.elster.com
Type AB meters meet or exceed ANSI C12.1-1995 and
ANSI C12.10-1998

Meter Description Voltages Forms About Elster Group


AB1 Single phase, self contained socket type or transformer rated 120 or 240 1S, 2S, Elster Group is the world’s leading
with 4, 5, or 6 terminals 3S, 4S manufacturer and supplier of highly
ABS-2 2-stator meter for 3-phase, 3-wire or network service. 120, 240, 5S accurate, high quality, integrated
Transformer rated, socket-type, 8 terminals. 480 metering and utilization solutions to the
ABS-3 3-stator meter for 3-phase, 4-wire wye service. Self 120, 240, 9S, 16S gas, electricity and water industries. In
contained (7 terminals) or transformer rated (13 terminals) 480
socket type meter. addition, through its subsidiary Ipsen
ABS-5 2-stator meter for 3-phase, 3-wire or network service. Self 120, 240, 12S International, it is the leading global
contained (5 terminals, 5th terminal moveable) socket type 480 manufacturer of high level thermo-
ABS-5U Similar to ABS-5 but designed for urban network 120 12S, chemical treatment equipment.
applications. Meter used for 120/208 V network where 25S
lightning protection provided at service entrance. The group has over 9,000 staff,
ABS-7 2-stator meter for 3-phase, 4-wire delta service. Self 240 or 480 8S, 15S operations in 38 countries and serves
contained (7 terminals) or transformer rated (13 terminals) over 115 markets around the world.
socket type meter.
Elster’s high quality products and systems
ABS-8 2-stator (2½ element) meter for 3-phase, 4-wire wye service. 120 or 240 6S, 14S reflect the wealth of knowledge and
Self contained (7 terminals) or transformer rated (13
terminals) socket type meter. experience gained from over 170 years of
dedication to measuring precious
resources and energy.

Domestic Export
Meter Number Net weight Shipping weight Net weight Legal weight Gross weight Shipping box dimensions
in carton lb [kg] lb [kg] lb [kg] lb [kg] lb [kg] in inches
AB1 4 15.5 [7] 18.25 [8.3] 15.5 [7] 18.25 [8.3] 18.25 [8.3] 15.75 × 15.75 × 7.38
1 7 [3.2] 9 [4.1] 7 [3.2] 8 [3.6] 9 [4.1] 9.5 × 11 × 9
ABS-2
4 27.75 [12.6] 31.5 [14.3] 27.75 [12.6] 30.25 [13.7] 31.5 [14.3] 16.5 × 16.5 × 10.63
1 8 [3.6] 10 [4.5] 8 [3.6] 9 [3.6] 10 [4.5] 9.5 × 11 × 9.5
ABS-3
4 32 [14.4] 35.5 [16] 32 [14.4] 34.5 [15.5] 35.5 [16] 16.5 × 16.5 × 10.63
1 7 [3.2] 9 [4.1] 7 [3.2] 8 [3.6] 9 [4.1] 9.5 × 11 × 9
ABS-5
4 27.75 [12.6] 31.5 [14.3] 27.75 [12.6] 30.25 [13.7] 31.5 [14.3] 16.5 × 16.5 × 10.63
1 7 [3.2] 9 [4.1] 7 [3.2] 8 [3.6] 9 [4.1] 9.5 × 11 × 9
ABS-7
4 27.75 [12.6] 31.5 [14.3] 27.75 [12.6] 30.25 [13.7] 31.5 [14.3] 16.5 × 16.5 × 10.63
1 7 [3.2] 9 [4.1] 7 [3.2] 8 [3.6] 9 [4.1] 9.5 × 11 × 9
ABS-8
4 27.75 [12.6] 31.5 [14.3] 27.75 [12.6] 30.25 [13.7] 31.5 [14.3] 16.5 × 16.5 × 10.63

6 15 16 4 15 16
3 9 16

Elster
208 S Rogers Lane
Raleigh, NC 27610-2144
5 78 United States
T +1 800 338 5251 (US toll free)
T +1 905 634 4895 (Canada)
F +1 919 250 4801
[email protected]
www.elster.com
© 2007 by Elster. All rights reserved.
Information contained herein is subject to change
without notice. Product specifications may change.
1
Uses a switch containing mercury. Dispose of according to local, state, and federal laws. Contact your Elster representative for the most current
All weights and dimensions are approximate. product information. Printed in the United States.

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