Product Introduction
The STG16-A STS Keypad-Type Prepaid Gas Meter is a high-performance smart metering device engineered for accurate natural gas consumption measurement and prepaid management. Crafted with a durable aluminum die-casting housing and IP65 protection rating (resistant to dust and water splashes for open-location installation), this meter integrates advanced sensing technology, international-grade metering chips, and valve control functionality to ensure precise gas flow regulation and reliable operation. An optional RF communication module enables remote capabilities, including real-time gas consumption monitoring, data collection, and remote on-off control, making it a core terminal for intelligent natural gas distribution and consumption optimization across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors worldwide. Compliant with OIML R137-1&2 and IEC 62055 (STS) standards, it delivers consistent performance and global interoperability.
Core Features
- STS-Certified Prepaid Management: Supports secure 20-digit numeric token recharge, compatible with global prepaid gas ecosystems and StronPay vending system for hassle-free top-ups.
- Precision Measurement: Equipped with international high-end brand metering chips, ensuring Class 1.5 accuracy (±3% for Qmin ≤Q < 0.1Qmax; ±1.5% for 0.1Qmax ≤Q ≤Qmax) for transparent billing.
- Intelligent Safety Protection:
- Tamper detection: Automatically closes the valve upon magnetic interference; service restoration requires a dedicated tamper-clearing token.
- Low battery alert: Displays a warning for battery replacement and auto-locks the valve (with data backup) if unresolved.
- Emergency overdraft: Allows emergency gas use when the balance is depleted, with flexible daily or monthly repayment options.
- Comprehensive Data Logging: Stores up to a decade of consumption data (monthly/hourly) and logs tamper alarms (magnetic/valve events), enabling real-time balance and trend queries via short codes.
- Flexible Tariff Management: Supports up to 3 configurable tiered pricing (TOU) plans, authorized via token for adaptive billing strategies.
- User-Friendly Design: Integrated keypad for on-site operations, 9-digit LCD display with blue backlight (showing remaining credit, consumption, and alarm status), and an independent battery compartment for easy replacement.
- Recharge Limitation: Prevents overstocking by rejecting recharge requests when the sum of remaining gas and new recharge exceeds the preset limit.
- Reliable Timekeeping: High-precision real-time clock ensures accurate timestamps for all logged events and scheduled functions.
- Optional Remote Capabilities: RF communication module enables remote monitoring, data collection, and remote valve control for enhanced operational efficiency.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
G1.6 |
G2.5 |
G4 |
| Case Material |
Aluminum Die Casting |
Aluminum Die Casting |
Aluminum Die Casting |
| Maximum Flow Rate |
2.5 m³/h |
4 m³/h |
6 m³/h |
| Minimum Flow Rate |
0.016 m³/h |
0.025 m³/h |
0.04 m³/h |
| Cyclic Volume |
0.7 dm³ |
1.2 dm³ |
2 dm³ |
| Basic Error |
Qmin ≤Q < 0.1Qmax: ±3%; 0.1Qmax ≤Q ≤Qmax: ±1.5% |
Same as above |
Same as above |
| Minimum Reading |
0.001 m³ (Index) / 0.01 m³ (LCD) |
Same as above |
Same as above |
| Maximum Reading |
99999.999 m³ (Index) / 99999.99 m³ (LCD) |
Same as above |
Same as above |
| Working Temperature |
-10°C ~ +55°C (93% RH @40°C) |
Same as above |
Same as above |
| Maximum Working Pressure |
≤1.0 bar |
Same as above |
Same as above |
| Protection Rating |
IP65 (IEC 60529, for open location) |
Same as above |
Same as above |
| Battery Lifetime |
>5 years |
Same as above |
Same as above |
| Token Type |
STS certified Numeric Code |
Same as above |
Same as above |
| LCD Display |
9 digits with blue backlight |
Same as above |
Same as above |
| Sensing Type |
Double Reed Switch flow Sensing (for Magnetic Attack Detection) |
Same as above |
Same as above |
| Standard Compliance |
OIML R137-1&2 (Diaphragm) / IEC 62055 (STS) |
Same as above |
Same as above |
Application Scenarios
The STG16-A is a versatile solution tailored to diverse natural gas management needs:
- Residential Communities: Prepaid billing and safety monitoring for households, with easy on-site recharge via keypad.
- Commercial Spaces: Accurate metering for malls, hotels, and commercial operations relying on stable gas supply, supporting tiered pricing for cost control.
- Industrial Zones: Reliable gas consumption tracking for factories and industrial facilities, with optional remote management for large-scale deployments.