The ultrasonic NextMeter Outdoor combines advanced solid-state measurement technology with the NextConnect wireless platform, giving users the flexibility to customize their solution as their needs change.
The NextMeter combines cutting-edge ultrasonic technology with the industry-leading AMR solution, all in a simple and easy-to-use meter designed for effortless deployment. The NextConnect wireless solution equips all meter endpoints with 5G LTE cellular communication, enabling direct meter reading within coverage areas. Additional built-in wireless technologies offer redundancy and scalability, enabling fixed-network, walk-by, and drive-by reading options.
NextMeter ultrasonic technology reliably detects even the smallest amount of flow and extends this level of accuracy across all flow rates. With no moving parts to degrade, this reliability and precision are sustained throughout the meter's entire lifespan.
With the best metering and wireless components combined into a single device, the NextMeter greatly reduces both installation and programming time.
Approvals
- FCC: 2A8EC-NM5O (Pending) | IC: 28950-NM5O (Pending)
- NTEP/CTEP: 23-055
- Conforms to AWWA C715-18
Installation
- Indoor or outdoor installation
- Horizontal or vertical
- Register facing in any position best for reading
- Cold or hot water metering applications
- Simple mobile app programming
Applications
- ⅝” x ¾” | Standard 3/4" Coupling | 7 ½” length
- ¾” x ¾” | Standard 3/4" Coupling | 7 ½” length
- ¾” Full | Standard 3/4" Coupling | 9” length (w/ ext)
- 1” Full | Standard 1" Coupling | 10.75” length (w/ ext)
Wired Output
- Pulse and encoded output with accessory cable
Wireless Communication
- 5G cellular with simple no-contract subscription
- Built-in NextConnect radio 902-928 MHz
- Includes walk-by, drive-by, and fixed-network technologies
Battery
- Typical 20+ year battery life
Operation Environment
- Accuracy tested for water temperatures up to 150°F | 66°C
- Ambient temp: 33ºF to 140ºF | 1ºC to 60ºC
- Storage temp: 0ºF to 100ºF | -18ºC to 38ºC
- Up to 90% non-condensing humidity
- Indoor or outdoor installation