ConnectDER's meter collar enables consumers to decarbonize and electrify their homes by getting maximum usable capacity from their existing electric service. The company's products are used by the large electric power utilities and solar installers throughout the United States, simplifying and accelerating the integration of distributed energy resources with the grid.

Solar meter collar

Designed to rapidly connect grid-ready solar PV assets to the home. It is a UL-listed, NEC compliant, low-cost alternative to traditional installation methods.

Solar meter collar + smart module

Designed to rapidly connect grid-ready solar PV assets. It is a UL-listed, NEC compliant, low-cost alternative to traditional installation methods. The smart module has onboard metering and communications to enable alternate tariff models and grid support capabilities.

• All products UL Listed (414 – Meter Sockets, 2735 – Electric Utility Meters, 2745 – Meter Socket Communications Equipment)
• Metering ANSI C12.1/20 0.2 Accuracy Class for both DER and whole house circuits.

EV chargers

The company has developed a new device in partnership with Siemens that will enable electric vehicle (EV) owners to charge EVs by connecting chargers directly through the meter socket. By bypassing a home’s electric service panel, ConnectDER estimates that the adapter will save an estimated 60% to 80% of the charger installation cost by avoiding the need for electric panel upgrades.

• Equipment purchase
• Add on services

• Maximize electric service capacity with meter collar with power outlet proprietary technology
• Four patents issued on core technology, two more filed
• Installs without tools in less than 15 minutes
• Device management via UI that allows for grouping and management of units by attribute – location, utility feeder, system size, inverter type, etc
• Ability to wirelessly manage DERs via dongle

• Eliminates supply-side connections enhancing safety and efficiency
• The junction box removal streamlines installation, provides easier access to meter socket for inspection, and improves safety for emergency personnel
• The junction box is reversible, with conduit entry from either side as field conditions warrant
• Ability to interconnect PV inverter above or below the meter
• Compatible with lever and horn bypass meter sockets
• 180A continuous current rating

Overall, ConnectDER hardware can avoid service panel upgrade, enable DER visibility and metering as well as load planning and forecasting.