Products
WDCR
USB receiver WDCR is a multi-functional device that can be used as a configuration tool for Wireless M-Bus modules but is also a Wireless M-Bus receiver device. Both functions can be used with the same Aura cloud-based software platform.
Compatibility
Android phones and tablets
Available in multiple frequencies such as 433MHz, 868MHz, and 169MHz.
SensusRF and OMS
Features
Compact design
Adaptable with USB connection
Converts phones into smart meter reading hand-helds
Mac-IQ
A simple Plug & Play solution that does not require transmission components or building its own infrastructure. Use of modern technology dedicated to the IoT trend with increased radio signal propagation and focus in particular on coverage. The device operates in licensed 4G and 5G telecommunications networks in NB-IoT or LTE Cat.M standard. The module ensures effective data transmission even from difficult locations. Adapted to the real-time system requirements — immediate reporting of an incident.
Compatibility
Broad range of mechanical meters: Elster, Itron, Sensus, Diehl, Maddalena.
Features
IP68
Inductive sensor technology - no pulse output required
10-year battery life
Antenna options available
Remote configuration and interrogation
Multiple alarms
Echo Rep
Echo Rep is a battery-powered IoT gateway used to read data-rich telegrams in SensusRF and wireless OMS protocols from capable meters and modules.
Compatibility
SensusRF Water meters
SensusRF Pulse modules
SensusRF Repeaters
OMS Capable water meters
OMS Capable modules
Features
IP68
10-year battery life
Identify leaks and alarms
Remote Configuration and Adjustments
SensusRF Gateway
SensusRF Gateway can intake up to 5000 endpoints via OMS and Sensus RF protocols and transmit across the IoT network. Data frequency can be switched between 868MHz and 433MHz with various antennas available for a range of AMI applications from high-rise buildings to fixed networks.
Compatibility
SensusRF Water meters
SensusRF Pulse modules
SensusRF Repeaters
OMS Capable water meters
OMS Capable modules
Features
4G and GPRS
Ethernet
Direct transmission to Aura
IP68
240V Powered
Hydropulsar
Hydropulsar is a radio transmitter designed for mechanical Sensus water meters with inductive sensors for accurate conversion of data from mechanical meters to various RF protocols for long, medium, and short-range applications.
Compatibility
Sensus Water Meter (see spec sheet)
WDCR Reading device
Sensus SIRT reading module
Sensus Repeaters and Gateways
Echo Reps and Echo Lobs
Aura mobile and data applications
Features
IP68
Available in multiple frequencies such as 433MHz, 868MHz, and 169MHz.
OMS and SensusRF protocols
Scalable device for mechanical meters
Aqua monitoring
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Which Data Drop device fits which job, and how they work with the meters you already have.
Which product lets me read meters with a phone?
WDCR. It is a USB wireless M-Bus and SensusRF receiver that turns an Android phone or tablet into a handheld reader, and it doubles as a configuration tool for wireless M-Bus modules.
What is the difference between Mac-IQ and Hydropulsar?
Both attach to a mechanical meter with an inductive sensor. Mac-IQ transmits over NB-IoT or LTE Cat-M mobile networks and needs no local infrastructure. Hydropulsar transmits over short, medium and long-range RF (OMS and SensusRF) to nearby receivers, repeaters or gateways, and is designed for Sensus meters.
When do I need an Echo Rep instead of a SensusRF Gateway?
Echo Rep is a battery-powered IoT gateway for reading SensusRF and OMS telegrams where mains power is not available. The SensusRF Gateway is 240 V powered, takes up to 5,000 endpoints and backhauls over 4G, GPRS or Ethernet, which suits high-rise buildings and fixed networks.
Are the products compatible with meters from other manufacturers?
Mac-IQ works with mechanical meters from Elster, Itron, Sensus, Diehl and Maddalena. Echo Rep and the SensusRF Gateway read any SensusRF or OMS-capable meter or module.
Where can I get datasheets and inline water meters?
Each product on this page has a downloadable datasheet. Inline meters such as the Sensus Cordonel (DN50), Sensus iPerl (DN40) and S640 (DN20) are supplied through Strongcast, Data Drop’s parent company.