Meter panels are dedicated enclosures designed to house electricity meters and associated equipment used to measure and monitor electrical consumption.
They serve as the point where utility providers record energy usage for billing purposes, and they form a critical interface between the supply authority and the end user.
These panels are typically installed at the front of a property, in a main switchroom, riser cupboards. Installation depends on the type of development - residential, commercial, or industrial. Meter panels can be single-phase or three-phase and are configured to suit the requirements of local energy distributors and metering standards.
A typical meter panel includes space for energy meters, service fuses, main switches, circuit protection, and wiring terminals. For multi-tenancy buildings or developments, meter panels can be designed to accommodate multiple meters within one enclosure, ensuring each unit is individually metered and compliant.
Meter panels must adhere to strict guidelines for safety, accessibility, and layout, often specified by the local supply authority or distributor. Each state has its own Service & Installation Rules handbook.
Accurate metering is essential for energy management, billing, and compliance - making meter panels an important part of any electrical installation.
