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Water Transponder Specifications




Power Source:
Two AA size lithium thionyl chloride batteries, 2.4Ah. Typical battery life is in excess of ten years. The batteries are sealed within the unit.
License Issues:
License exempt in the United States under FCC Part 15 regulations. RSS-210 certified by Industry Canada.
Data Format:
The fixed length encoded data packet includes the utility code, meter ID, meter reading, tamper status and CRC check.
Frequency Band of Operation:
ISM band, 902 to 928 MHz
Wireless Specification:
Low mean power density DFSK
Size:
5.0" x 3 1/4" x 1.0"
Weight:
6.1 oz
Enclosure:
Gel filled. UV Protected ABS plastic. Ultrasonically sealed.
Fixtures:
Transponder is typically attached by a plastic tie-wrap and fixing screw or by a self-adhesive pad next to the meter in any convenient location.
Operation:
Operating: -40 F to +140 F
Humidity: 100% condensing
Submersion: IP68 at 2 metres
(Mil Std: 202F for Humidity, Elevated Temperature, Moisture Resistance, and Thermal Shock.)
Typical Range:
Designed to transmit data from the customers' utility meter to the road where a HandTrackIT or FastTrackIT can receive the signal. Range can vary depending on location of Transponder and shielding.
Meter Compatibility:
Compatible with most popular switch-closure, encoder, and generator type meters, including those by AMCO, Badger Meter, Hersey-Meter, Sensus Metering, Master Meter, Metron-Farnier, and Neptune.
Electrostatic Discharge Rating:
ESD: EN 6100-4-2 (15 KV)
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