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read this:
https://www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/Datasheet-Energy-Meters-Selection-Guide-EN-.pdf
Take a look at this thread: https://energytalk.co.za/t/we-urgently-need-a-em24-ct-replacement/2325 It seems it may have been discontinued.
That said, there are 4 other EM330/EM530 Carlo Gavazzi meters that are suitable, and if none of these is available then why not use the ABB meter which is now supported by Venus OS instead? https://www.victronenergy.com/media/pg/Energy_Meter_ABB_B21_B23_and_B24/en/abb-b21,-b23-and-b24-energy-meter.html#UUID-9f6c7723-6fa3-d505-60c9-b82edc10f60f
Thanks for your reply but it seams all the compatible 3 phase meters that are on the victron list are not available in the uk at the moment for what ever reason...
Spent a long time looking now...
Going to call ABB tomorrow to see what they have to say!
No availability of
EM24
EM330
EM350
Or ABB - B24 silver...!
Any more ideas on how I can get my system running would be appreciated.. Thanks
I'll need to order one of too in a month or two, but if I had to order one today I'd place an order here: https://www.eibabo.uk/abb/transformer-kilowatt-hour-meter-1a-b24-352-100-eb15714508
Yes, it's Germany, but they deliver to the UK and the price is fairly good, even if DHL do bill you VAT when it arrives.
Alternatively, Rexel reckon they have them in 12 days, worth giving them a call though
https://www.rexel.co.uk/uki/root-category/Industrial-Controls/Motor-Control/2Cma100183R1000-B24-352-100/p/2501052006
Let me know who has them once you've ordered one so I can order one too! I'm planning a 3-phase system with 3 x Multiplus 5VA. Downstream from Victron is only 50A/phase, but upstream I have car charger(s) so prefer the CT-clamp version of a meter if possible.
You can use a Shelly 3EM and integrate it via LAN and https://github.com/fabian-lauer/dbus-shelly-3em-smartmeter. Its not offical supportet, but it runs good.
I have it installted in 3 ESS systems since yet.
So, regarding the ABB B24 meter, Victron say:
Note that the 'Steel' versions are not supported as they do not allow measurement of reverse energy, making it impossible to see sold energy. Charts and counters on VRM will not display correctly with a Steel meter. Make sure the meter you're purchasing is of the Silver (or better) designation and has Modbus RS485.
(https://www.victronenergy.com/media/pg/Energy_Meter_ABB_B21_B23_and_B24/en/abb-b21,-b23-and-b24-energy-meter.html)
This makes sense as the "Steel" version (B24 112-100) only has "active" energy and not "import/export" while the officially supported "Silver" version (B24 352-100) has "reactive" and "import/export".
But, ABB also has a "Bronze" version (B24 212-100), which seems to be readily available in the U.K. (unlike the recommended silver version). https://uk.rs-online.com/web/p/energy-meters/7894124
The "Bronze" model isn't technically better than "Silver", but it does have "import/export" and the required RS485 interface. So, IMO there is a high chance that this meter would also be suitable for those requiring a 100A 3-phase meter for use with current transformers. Does anyone have any idea how to confirm this for sure?
Hi All
There is currently no supply issue with any of the ABB meters. They do stock them in the UK and if they dont have it - lead times are like 3/4 weeks max
No one has stock of the Victron-recommend "silver" version and the back-order date at RS is 20/03/2023. The "bronze" version is available, which was why I was trying to confirm its suitability, given it's not specifically detailed by Victron.
I purchased three, all new for less than £50 each last week, I've a feeling there's a couple still listed.
