Meter reading optical probe OP-400 with RS-485 signal level
The optical probe OP-400 is an interface for a bidirectional data exchange between a meter such as power meter, gas meter, heat meter, water meter etc. and a peripheral device via infrared optical waves. The optical reading head is manufactured in accordance with the standard IEC 62056-21 (IEC 1107) and is compatible with all consumption meters that support this European standard.
Our optical probe OP-400 has on one end a four-wire cable without any connector, which can be connected to a peripheral device or a plug. There is a fix mounted magnetic ring on the other end of the optical reading head, which will be docked on your counter. The output of the optical probe OP-400 is based on serial connection standard RS-485.
Please note that additional, specific software is necessary to exchange data between the consumption meter and your peripheral device.
Of course, we can customize the optical interface OP-400 to your individual needs.

Mechanical description of the optical probe OP-400
- Connector: Without Connector
- infrared filter against external light influences
- Dimensions (Ø x H): appr. 32 x 26 mm
- Magnetical holding force: > 15 N
- Casing material : ABS
- Cable: length 2 m, Ø 4,5 mm, four-wire cable LAPP GERMANY
- Weight: approx. 90 gr
Electronical description of the optical probe OP-400
- Standard: IEC 62056-21 (IEC 1107)
- Power supply: 7-15 Volt
- Consumed current: approx. 15 mA
- Signal level: RS-485
- Bit rate: 19200 bit/s
- Wavelength: 880nm
- Echofilter: yes


