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M-Bus to LoRaWAN Converter, Externally Powered

The M-Bus to LoRaWAN converter is used to retrofit ANY M-Bus meter with LoRaWAN communication. Designed for efficient readings of any wired M-Bus meters—typically electricity meters, water meters and heat meters, especially in the district heating industry. The device allows the integration of traditional M-Bus meters into the LoRaWAN wireless network, facilitating data collection on consumption in intervals as short as fifteen minutes.

The converter supports connection of up to 5 UL (Unit Loads) and communication is based on the M-Bus protocol EN 13757-3, ensuring compatibility with various meters from different manufacturers. This externally powered version operates with an external power source at 10-36 V DC, enabling reliable continuous operation for applications requiring frequent remote readings.

Features

  • M-Bus protocol EN 13757-3 support
  • Supports up to 5 UL (Unit Loads)
  • External power supply: 10-36 V DC
  • Class A LoRaWAN device operation
  • Remote configuration capability
  • Plug-and-play setup
  • WAGO terminals for quick installation
  • Compatible with various meter manufacturers
  • IP67 enclosure rating
  • Operating temperature range: -30°C to 60°C
  • Compact dimensions: 90 x 145 x 55 mm
  • Suitable for indoor and outdoor use

Use Cases

  • District heating meter readings
  • Electricity meter monitoring
  • Water consumption tracking
  • Heat meter data collection
  • Remote metering infrastructure
  • Retrofit of existing M-Bus installations
  • Building energy management systems
  • Smart city utility monitoring

Thinger.io Integration

The M-Bus to LoRaWAN converter integrates seamlessly with Thinger.io through LoRaWAN network servers, enabling centralized monitoring and management of M-Bus meters in IoT platforms.

Requirements

A LoRaWAN server is required to communicate the M-Bus to LoRaWAN converter into Thinger.io, some options are:

Alongside, the corresponding plugin for the selected LoRaWAN server needs to be installed in your Thinger.io instance.

Get Started

Installation

Look for the plugin in the Thinger.io Plugin Store and install it in your Thinger.io instance. Once the plugin is installed a new Product will be created for this device.

Configuration

The Product is already preconfigured, check that the auto provision prefix matches the one selected in your LoRaWAN server plugin in Thinger.io, or change it to your desire.

Usage

Start sending uplinks for autoprovisioning devices and buckets. This product also provides a predefined dashboard and downlinks.

Additional Resources

ACRIOS resources can be found at: