60W ENDPOINT

The 60W Water Endpoint is Itron’s latest addition to their portfolio of advanced water metering devices and is compatible with encoded registers from industry-leading water meter manufacturers like Hersey Meters. The 60W works with Itron and Hersey’s current meter reading and host-processing software and whether you’re just starting your automated metering project or already using Water ERT Modules, the 60W is compatible with your meters and the right choice for your meter reading needs.

Ease of Installation : The 60W includes integral fasteners for mounting the endpoint below compatible meter pit lids atop either standard-dimension reinforcing rod (re-bar) or aside plastic PVC pipe by using common plastic cable ties. The 60W can also be screw-fastened to flat surfaces or, by snapping on the optional pit lid adapter, mounted through metal pit lids via a 1.75" hole. The 60W’s compact shape and optional in-line register cable connector make installations up to 300 feet from the water meter quick and easy. The 60W requires no FCC license or programming.

Superior Performance : The 60W utilizes 50 radio channels randomly selecting one channel for each data message. This multi-channel approach delivers higher read integrity over competing products by reducing the effect of interfering signals from other radio products. Additionally, Itron has increased the 60W’s radio frequency (RF) output power and employed an advanced antenna to maximize meter reading performance.

Reliability : The 60W’s circuit assembly and 20-year battery pack are fully encapsulated within a specially-formulated potting material that completely protects internal components from water, contaminants, corrosion, rough handling and temperature cycling. With its simple design, the 60W uses substantially fewer components than most competing products, resulting in lower overall service costs. The advanced, integrated antenna operates well under a wide range of meter box lids, effectively protecting the 60W from lawn mowers, vehicle traffic and other hazards.

Lower Cost of Ownership : The industry-leading, 20-year battery life ensures your AMR investment will achieve substantially better financial returns than competing products with batteries that typically last only ten or twelve years. Additionally, the 60W’s advancements in leak, reverse-flow and tamper detection translate into fewer field investigations and substantially lower expenditures for installation, meter reading, customer service and field service.

Model
60WP Water Endpoint

Power Source
Two “A” cell lithium batteries rated
for 20-year operation

Meter Register Polling Interval
Hourly

Operating Temperatures
-40°F to +158°F
(-40°C to +70°C)

Storage Temperatures
-40°C to + 75°C
for maximum of 1,000 hours

Humidity Limits
0 to 100% (submersible)

Maximum Register Cable Dimensions
300 feet with Itron-approved cable and splice connectors

Meter Compatability
Encoded-register water meters as documented in Itron Water ERT Module Compatibility List, PUB-0063-002 Transmission Parameters

Data Message
Multiple RF channel transmissions of meter register value, register communication (cut cable) status, leak and reverse-flow messages broadcast every seven seconds

Cut Cable / Communication Error Message
Enabled after 24 consecutive, unsuccessful, hourly register communication attempts

Transmitter Frequencies
910 – 920 MHz @ +10 dBm (10 milliwatts)

Network System
Itron Fixed Network CCU Version4 and Data Repeaters

Drive-by System
Itron Mobile Collection System
and Mobile Field Collector

Walk-by System
Itron G5R and FC200R
Handheld Computers

Dimensions
Height: 4.5 inches
Maximum Diameter: - Lower: 2.90", - Upper: Approx. 1.70" Weight: Approx. 5.5 oz.
Endpoint Cable Length with In-line Connector: 6"
Endpoint Cable Length without In-line Connector: 5'
Register Cables for Use with In-line Connector: 5' and 20'

Mounting Options
0 to 100% (submersible)Custom-fastener slots for future attachment to OEM mounting adapters
Top-mount to standard 3/8" reinforcing rod (re-bar)
Wall-mount to suitable backing material with user supplied mounting screws
Through meter pit/box lids with optional snap-adapter and security clamp for 1.75" diameter holes up to 2.5" maximum lid thickness
Side-mount to either 3/4" or 1" PVC pipe via user supplied plastic cable ties

Regulatory and Standards
FCC Part 15.247
Industry Canada #210, Section 6.2.2(o)

Download 60W Water Endpoint Catalogue (85 KB)

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