STE18-RF Prepaid IC Card Energy Meter – STS Compliant RF Smart Electricity Meter for Secure Prepaid Power Management and Vending System Integration
The STE18-RF Prepaid IC Card Electricity Meter is an STS-compliant smart energy meter designed for secure and efficient prepaid power management. Using reliable RF IC card communication, the meter enables accurate electricity data storage, token-based credit management, and seamless integration with vending systems or handheld units. Its modular plug-and-play architecture supports flexible smart metering deployment while ensuring stable performance, tamper protection, and offline operation without continuous network connectivity.
Lifespan
17520H
Packaging
Carton
Nominal Voltage
230V
Working Voltage Range
30%~120%Un
Nominal Frequency
50–60Hz
Basic Current (Ib)
5A
Maximum Current (Imax)
100A
Starting Current (Ist)
20mA
Active Energy Constant
1000 imp/kWh
Measurement Accuracy
Class 1.0
Power Consumption in Voltage Circuit
<3W <8VA
Power Consumption in Current Circuit
<1VA
Operation Temperature Range
-25°C ~ 70°C
Storage Temperature Range
-40°C ~ 85°C
Product Strength
Product Guide
Product Parameters
System functions
Electric Magnetic Compatibility
Safety seals
Protective Safeguards
Seal design, effective prevention of electricity theft
to protect the meter from being vandalized
and maliciously altered
Wall-mounted
Prepaid meters
Low power consumption
Anti-stealing electricity - more peace of mind
High load capacity
Manganese copper shunt
Improve the load capacity of the meter,
can effectively protect the current short
circuit caused by overloading
Flame-retardant
housing material
Safe and fireproof, safer to use
Electricity meter
Measurement of
electrical energy
Accurate measurement of
electrical energy for safe
use of electricity
Intelligent control chip
Adopt power chip switch power supply, in the voltage
20V ~ 400V unstable The measurement is still accurate
under the unstable voltage of 20V~400V, and the stability
of measurement is stronger.
More types to choose from
Pay first and use
electricitylater
After pre-payment is realized through smart meters, landlords
no longer need to read meters and calculate charges
Fast collection of tenant's electricity bill, so that tenants can
charge as much as they want and use as much as they want
Wiring Display
System Concept
1 meter corresponds to 1 card（1 household) use
Electricity collection method
After the meter reads the amount of electricity, you can pull out the purchase card to collect it.
Applicable environment
Ordinary users, households/neighborhoods/rental housing and other places can be used
Electricity collection method
Applicable environment
Selecting the correct current
According to the actual use of power to select the appropriate current, do not exceed the meter power upper limit, try to keep a margin to prevent the meter from burning out.
| KW | direct type | Applicable Scenarios |
|---|---|---|
| Below 1.3KW | 1.5(6)A | - |
| Below 2.2KW | 2.5(10)A | - |
| Below 4.4KW | 5(20)A | Rental |
| Below 8.8KW | 10(40)A | General household |
| Below 13.2KW | 15(60)A | Multi-electrical household |
| Below 17.6KW | 20(80)A | General household |
| Below 22KW | 30(100)A | Multi-electrical household |
Data management
Covering multiple databases including meters, prices, customers,
regions, sales stations, and accounts. Enabling operations such as
creation, editing, deletion, querying, importing/exporting Excel for
easy management of various basic information.
Recharge service
Supporting two recharge methods: by amount and by unit.
Generating a receipt with a recharge token after recharge.
Advanced functions
Achieving functions like clearing meter tampering records, clearing
remaining balance, viewing and exporting records of clearing
tampering and remaining balance to ensure meter data security and
normal operation.
Report generation
Generating various reports, such as receipt reports, monthly summary
reports, customer payment reports, transaction number reports,
regional reports, and non - electricity sales meter reports to provide
data support for operational analysis.
Account management
Allowing users to modify payment and login passwords, create sub -
accounts and assign permissions.
|
Specification |
Details |
Applicable Scenarios |
|---|---|---|
|
AC Insulation Strength |
4kV at 50Hz during 1min |
- |
|
Impulse Voltage |
1.2/50 μs mains connections 8kV |
- |
|
Electrostatic Discharge (Contact) |
8kV |
Rental |
|
Electrostatic Discharge (Air) |
16kV |
General household |
|
Electromagnetic RF Field |
27MHz–500MHz 10V/m |
Multi-electrical household |
|
Electromagnetic RF Field |
100kHz–1GHz 30V/m |
General household |
|
Fast Transient Burst Test |
4kV |
Multi-electrical household |
|
Protection |
Class II |
Product Details
Clear LCD Display for Easy Monitoring
Equipped with a high-visibility LCD screen that clearly shows energy consumption, remaining credit, meter status, and operational information for easy user monitoring.
RF IC Card Reader for Fast Recharge
Integrated RF IC card communication module allows users to recharge electricity credits quickly and securely through IC cards or vending systems.
Infrared Communication Interface
Built-in infrared communication port enables convenient meter configuration, maintenance, and data reading by technicians.
LED Status Indicators
Multiple LED indicators provide real-time operational signals such as power status, communication activity, and system alerts, improving monitoring and troubleshooting.
Tamper Protection Switch
Includes a tamper detection switch that automatically records unauthorized opening of the meter cover to enhance anti-theft protection.
Flame-Retardant Durable Housing
The meter housing is made of thickened flame-retardant materials, ensuring high durability, electrical safety, and stable operation in various environments.
OEM & ODM Services
We offer complete OEM & ODM services:
○ Structural and functional design
○ Material, color, and size customization
○ Customized logo, packaging, and manuals
○ Sample development & mass production
○ Full-process quality control & testing
Application
Why Choose EcoNewlink
Easy Operation
User-friendly interface enables fast setup and efficient daily operation.
Stable Data Accuracy
High-accuracy measurement ensures stable and reliable power data.
Reliable Communication
RS485 MODBUS communication ensures stable and secure data transmission.
Durable Industrial Design
Industrial-grade materials ensure durability in harsh operating environments.
Certified Quality Assurance
CE, GRS, and RoHS certified for global compliance assurance.
OEM/ODM Manufacturer Support
Factory direct supply with flexible OEM and ODM customization.
Shipping & Delivery
○ EXW / FOB / CIF / DDP terms available
○ Ships via sea, air, or express (DHL/UPS/FedEx)
○ Production lead time: 【10-31 days】
○ Sample lead time: 【7-14 days】
○ Worldwide delivery
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After-Sales & Support
Full technical support
24 month warranty
Response within 48 hours for product issues
Video guidance and spare parts replacement available
FAQs
Explore our FAQ section for clear guidance on orders, shipping, customization, and after-sales service.
STE18-RF Prepaid IC Card Energy Meter
What is the STE18-RF prepaid electricity meter?
The STE18-RF is a smart prepaid electricity meter that uses RF IC card technology to manage electricity consumption. Users purchase electricity credit in advance and recharge the meter using an IC card or vending system.
What anti-tamper protections does the meter have?
The meter includes tamper detection features such as cover opening detection, event logging, and abnormal operation monitoring to help utilities prevent electricity theft.
Can the meter support different electricity tariffs?
Yes. The meter supports multi-tariff settings and time-of-use (TOU) billing, allowing utilities to apply different electricity rates during different time periods.
Does the meter require an internet connection to operate?
No. The meter can operate completely offline. The prepaid credit is stored on the IC card and transferred to the meter, making it suitable for areas with limited or no network connectivity.
Is the meter compliant with international standards?
Yes. The meter supports STS (Standard Transfer Specification) prepaid metering standards, ensuring secure token-based electricity vending and compatibility with standard prepaid systems.
What is the maximum current supported by this meter?
The STE18-RF prepaid meter typically supports a basic current of 5A and a maximum current of up to 100A, making it suitable for most residential and small commercial applications.
Where is this prepaid electricity meter commonly used?
It is widely used in residential buildings, rental apartments, rural electrification projects, student dormitories, and small commercial facilities where prepaid electricity management is required.
How do users recharge the electricity meter?
Users can recharge electricity credit through a vending system, recharge station, handheld unit (HHU), or authorized platform. After payment, the credit is written to the IC card and transferred to the meter.
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