The modern market for the purchase and sale of electric energy involves the availability of devices for accounting for these operations. In the role of an apparatus of this purpose, a two-tariff counter is increasingly used. It is a modern multifunctional device for registering energy consumption among the population and industrial enterprises, as well as public and administrative buildings.
Unlike the more familiar one-rate meter, the two-tariff meter has a high quality of work. The principle of operation and the method of recording evidence 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 up a separate tariff for each time of the day. For example, the nightly electricity tariff is much lower than in the daytime. The two-rate counter allows you to take into account all such nuances.
No doubt, the savings at first may seem small. However, over time, it will acquire a sufficiently large value. Therefore, if you still have not decided on the choice of metering device, we recommend that you choose an electronic two-tariff meter. It is not only more economical, but also allows you to make the work of power plants more optimal, which means to reduce their negative impact on the environment.
The installation of a two-tariff meter, as well as its appearance does not differ much from the traditional one-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 two times higher than the standard single tariff. Nevertheless, this circumstance is easily compensated by the savings in money from paying bills. Another difficulty is the following: in order to install a two-tariff meter, it is necessary to submit an appropriate application to the power supply department.
Therefore, before starting the installation, it is required to prepare all the relevant documents, invite a qualified specialist, as well as prepare the installation site.
You can purchase a two-tariff meter at specialized retail outlets or you can arrange this in advance with a master who will deal with its installation. This electronic device must comply with current GOST and have permission to sell in your country.
The metering device is installed at a level of 80 to 170 cm in a room whose temperature does not assume a value below 0 ° C. The electrical appliance is connected to the power circuits with the help of clamps and terminals, and the meter itself is mounted on the shield intended for this.
After the installation process, it is necessary to invite an energy sales inspector to inspect, seal and draw up a commissioning act . Then, a contract is concluded with the power company for the payment of electricity for a two-tariff device. A copy of this document must be provided to the house management or to the chairman of the housing cooperative.