Which transmission method do you choose for the ultrasonic water meters?
- Wired Transmission:
- RS485/Modbus: A widely used wired communication protocol that allows for long-distance data transmission and is suitable for industrial applications.
- M-Bus: A European standard for remote reading of meters, commonly used in utility metering applications.
- Wireless Transmission:
- Radio Frequency (RF): RF communication is commonly used for remote meter reading without the need for physical connections. It is suitable for urban areas where wired connections may be impractical.
- LoRaWAN (Long Range Wide Area Network): A low-power, long-range wireless protocol ideal for connecting devices over large areas. It is suitable for smart city applications.
- NB-IoT (Narrowband Internet of Things): A cellular-based communication technology designed for IoT applications. It offers good coverage and is suitable for areas with existing cellular infrastructure.
- 4G Module: The ultrasonic water meter is equipped with a 4G LTE communication module. This module allows the meter to connect to the cellular network. The meter collects water usage data and other relevant parameters via the 4G LTE network to a central server or cloud-based platform. The transmitted data can be accessed and monitored remotely by utility providers or users through web-based dashboards or mobile applications. This enables real-time monitoring, data analysis, and management. Data transmission over 4G networks is typically secured using encryption protocols to ensure that the data is protected from unauthorized access.
