Eastron SDM320C-LR Series: Smarter Prepaid Metering for Modern Properties

If you manage rental properties, apartments, or commercial spaces, you know the drill: the endless cycle of manual readings, estimated bills, payment chasing, and tenant disputes over electricity costs. Traditional metering isn't just inefficient—it's a source of constant friction and financial risk.

It's time for a smarter approach.

Why Old-School Metering Is Holding You Back

The legacy model—reliant on manual checks, spreadsheets, and post-use billing—is riddled with inefficiencies:

- Inaccurate & Disputed Bills: Human error in meter reading leads to mistakes and tenant mistrust. In properties with a shared main meter, opaque formulas for dividing common area usage (like hallways or HVAC) are a top cause of conflict.

- The Arrears Nightmare: You provide the service first and hope to get paid later. Tracking down late payments consumes valuable time, and if the utility account is in your name, you're ultimately liable—even if a tenant skips out.

- Rigid & Non-Compliant: Flat-rate meters can't adapt to modern time-of-use (TOU) tariffs, preventing fair, policy-compliant billing and missing opportunities to incentivize off-peak usage.

Eastron SDM320C-LR Series: Prepaid Metering Made Simple & Smart

Meet the solution designed to turn utility management from a headache into a seamless, automated process. Eastron SDM320C-LR series single-phase prepaid electricity meter delivers precision, control, and transparency for any multi-tenant or commercial scenario.

Choose the model that fits your load profile:

• SDM320C-100-LR (100A): For high-demand settings like retail shops or large apartments.
• SDM320C-40-LR (40A): Ideal for standard residential units and small apartments.

Core Benefits That Transform Your Operations:

Stop Chasing Payments. Guarantee Cash Flow: A modern "pay-as-you-go" system. Tenants top up their credit via a user-friendly mobile app or NFC, and power is automatically disconnected only if their balance runs out. Say goodbye to arrears and the awkward collection calls.

Smart Alerts Prevent Surprises & Disputes: Automated, two-stage low-balance notifications give tenants ample time to recharge, minimizing inconvenient shut-offs and fostering goodwill.

Billing That Adapts to Modern Tariffs: With built-in dual-tariff (peak/off-peak) metering, you can accurately bill according to local time-of-use rates. This ensures full compliance and empowers tenants to save by shifting usage, creating a fairer system for everyone.

Unmatched Accuracy Builds Trust: Featuring Class 1 precision, every watt is counted correctly. Transparent, real-time usage data is accessible to both you and the tenant, eliminating "bill shock" and building lasting trust.

Connect for Centralized, Remote Control: Equipped with RS485 and LoRaWAN communication, these meters enable remote reading and management. Easily integrate them into existing AMR/SCADA systems for centralized oversight, automated reporting, and scalable smart building solutions.

In today's market, efficient operations are non-negotiable. Eastron SDM320C-LR series prepaid meter moves you beyond reactive, dispute-prone management to a proactive, transparent, and automated system. Reduce administrative burdens, eliminate payment risk, and provide a frictionless experience for tenants.

Ready to streamline your energy management? 

Contact us to learn more about how Eastron's smart metering solutions can work for your properties.