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CMeX13S

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CMeX13S

The CMeX13S model by Elvaco is an M-Bus master that increases the maximum number of meters from compatible M-Bus gateways to 256. As a fundamental component of the M-Bus meter remote reading infrastructure, the CMeX13S uses a unique IR pass-through feature that allows data to be transmitted to the M-Bus gateway without the need to install additional cables.

CMeX13S M-Bus Master for 256 meters

CMeX13S is an M-Bus Master which, by providing additional drive strength, extends the number of meters a CMe Series Gateway is able to use. The product is equipped with a unique IR Pass Through feature which enables up to four CMe/CMeX Series devices to communicate via IR, by stacking them side-by side. CMeX13S also supports integration with existing M-Bus systems through RS232.

The electronics of the CMeX13S M-Bus Master for 256 meters are housed in a durable, robust polyamide casing to ensure fault-free operation. The M-Bus Master is mounted on a standard 35 mm DIN rail. This makes the device easy to install with minimal effort. 

The user interface of the CMeX13S M-Bus Master for 256 meters consists of four coloured LED lights that provide a simple, direct visualisation of the current status of the device. The green LED shows that the M-Bus Master is powered on, while the red LED indicates that there is an error message preventing the device from functioning properly. The two yellow LEDs light up to indicate that M-Bus data is currently being transmitted from or to the M-Bus Master.

Mechanics

Casing material:
Polyamide
Dimensions (w x h x d):
105 x 90 x 65 mm (6 DIN modules)
Protection class:
IP20
Weight:
220 g
Mounting:
Mounted on DIN rail (DIN 50022) 35 mm

Electrical connections

Supply voltage:
Screw terminal. Cable 0.75-2.5 mm², 0.5 Nm tightening torque
M-Bus master port:
Pin terminal solid wire 0.6-0.8 Ø mm and screw terminal 0.25-2.5 mm²
RS232:
RJ45 8/8

Electrical characteristics

Nominal voltage:
100-240 VAC (±10%)
Frequency:
50/60 Hz
Power consumption (max):
<25 W
Power consumption (nom):
<1 W
Installation category:
CAT 3

Environmental specifications

Operating temperature:
-30 °C to +55 °C
Operating humidity:
5 % to 90 %, non-condensing
Operating altitude:
0-2000 m
Pollution degree:
Degree 2
Usage environment:
Indoors, can be extended with IP67 enclosure for outdoor use
Storage temperature:
-40 °C to +85 °C

Temperature sensor, margin of error

Humidity sensor, margin of error

User interface

Green LED:
Power
Red LED:
Error
Yellow LED 1:
M-Bus data transmission from device
Yellow LED 2:
M-Bus data transmission to device

M-Bus

Interfaces:
IR, integrated M-Bus Master
M-Bus standard:
EN 13757

Wireless M-Bus

Integrated M-Bus Master

Nominal voltage, master port:
42 VDC
M-Bus baud rate, master port:
300 and 2400 bit/s
M-Bus search modes:
Primary, secondary
Maximum cable length:
5000 m (100 nF/km, maximum 90 ohm)
IR Pass Through:
Yes, with a maximum of four devices stacked side by side
Maximum number of unit loads (hardware limit):
256T/384 mA

Wireless M-Bus Receiver

M-Bus slave interface

General

Data storage (examples)

Mobile Network

Fixed Network (Ethernet)

Integration

Compatibility:
All M-Bus meters, ABB meters with IR interface, CMe/CMeX Series

Approvals

EMC:
EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-3, FCC 47 CFR
Safety:
EN 62368-1 2018, UL 62368-1:2014 Ed.2], CSA C22.2#62368-1:2014 Ed.2]

Connections and Interfaces

Transmissions

The CMeX13S model is a high-quality, reliable M-Bus Master that acts as a connection point for up to 256 M-Bus meters. It uses a unique pass-through feature based on IR technology that enables up to four CMe/CMeX series devices stacked side by side to be combined.

For the M-Bus meters downstream of the M-Bus Master, the cable length is also increased by 5 km. The CMeX13S M-Bus Master for 256 meters is compatible with all meters with M-Bus technology, all ABB meters with IR interfaces and all CMe/CMeX series devices produced by Elvaco. The CMeX13S M-Bus Master for 256 meters also offers compatibility with existing M-Bus systems via RS232.