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How to Read a Meter
There are two main types of electricity meter in use in business premises. These are:
- Revolving disc (traditional electro-mechanical) meter
Irrespective of the manufacturer the general format of these meters is very similar. Each meter has a revolving disc and one or two rows of numbers. Three formats for such meters are in common use (as shown below). - Electronic meters
The two most commonly used formats for such meters are shown below.
Identify your meter type
To identify the type of meter in your premises, examine the images below. To find out how to read your meter, click the links shown.
Note: Some premises may have more than one format of meter installed.
Standard Meter
This is the most common type of meter. It has numbers and a revolving disc. It records all usage on one register.
Day and Night Meter
This meter has 2 rows of numbers and one revolving disc. One row records daytime consumption and the other records consumption at night. (This is typically installed at the request of customers who use power at night.)
Wattless Meter
This type of meter has 1 row of numbers and one revolving disc. It records reactive consumption (kVArh). Not all business customers have this meter installed.
Electronic Meter Type A
This is the most commonly installed electronic meter and is known as the 'Vision' meter. It has a scrolling electronic display.
Electronic Meter Type B
This is the second most commonly installed electronic meter and is known as the 'Programmable PolyPhase' meter or 'PPM'. It has a scrolling electronic display.