The Aclara STAR® Network Gas Meter Transmission Unit (MTU)
The STAR Network provides the largest number of direct-mount gas MTUs in the industry, ensuring accurate meter reads, and supporting gas-conservation efforts.
Compatible with almost all commercially available gas meters, the STAR Network gas MTU allows utilities to provide the benefits of the industry’s most reliable AMI/AMR product to gas customers.
Every STAR Network MTU delivers:
Contains a 20-year lithium-ion battery
Direct mounts in the field without interrupting a customer’s gas service. Indirect-mount versions are also available.
Secure and reliable technology
Ensures data and network security
Stands up to harsh basement and outdoor installations
Theft detection and monitoring
Signals to alert of possible meter tampering with optional magnetic detection
Adapts to multiple-meter installations, including gas and water combinations
Safe in hazardous conditions
Delivers Factory Mutual-approved as a non-incendiary device
Reports account information, meter identification, meter reading, battery condition, and tamper status