The metering market is facing many challenges in today's rapidly evolving world. Government regulations, competitive forces, technology innovations and end customer expectations are fueling unprecedented changes in this market. We understand the design challenges facing meter designers, whether it is increasing meter accuracy and reliability while lowering total system cost or engaging the end customer in their home as part of the home area network. Our solutions are used in millions of meters worldwide. We want to be a partner in your success, not just a vendor.
Application Support
- Low-power design
- Anti-tampering features
- Wireless communication
- Advanced billing schemes
- Simplified meter calibration
- Capacitive touch keys
Technologies
- eXtreme Low Power (XLP) technology
- Industry-leading accuracy in energy measurement
- High integration for lower system cost
- Broad range of Zigbee®, Wi-Fi® and sub-GHz solutions
- mTouch® technology for robust meter design
Products
- MCP39xx AFEs
- Metering ICs
- PIC® microcontrollers
- 802.15.4 (Zigbee), 802.11 (Wi-Fi®) and sub-GHz radios
- Flash, EEPROM and EERAM memory
- Standalone Real-Time Clock/Calendars (RTCCs)
- DC-DC conversion
Explore These Types of Electric Meters
Design Resources
Smart Energy Analog Front End Products
Documentation
- Application Notes
- Brochures
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| AN1426 - Design Tips for the MCP3911 | Download |
| AN1151 - PIC18F2520 MCP3909 3-Phase Energy Meter Reference Design - Meter Test Results and Adapting the Meter Design for other Requirements | Download |
| AN994 - IEC Compliant Active-Energy Meter Design Using the MCP3905/6 | Download |
| AN1300 - Designing with the MCP3901 Dual Channel | Download |
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| Utility Metering Brochure | Download |
Reference Designs
Smart Energy Monitoring, Metering & Control Session (DESIGN West 2012)
Government regulations and the cost of building power generating systems are two forces driving a more efficient power distribution system. To achieve the goal of enabling the smart grid, an integrated system for power measurement, monitoring, communication and control is essential. This session presents Microchip’s solutions from energy measurement devices through communications.
