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DMED403D1500 Lovato DC EN. METER 1500A, RS485 MID IMPORT EN.
Lovato DMED403D1500 1500 A DC energy meter for electric vehicle charging stations with direct current measurement, RS485 communication and MID and Eichrecht certification for imported energy.
£1,777.21
Why Choose the Lovato DMED403D1500 1500 A DC Energy Meter?
The Lovato DMED403D1500 is a high-current DC energy meter for electric vehicle charging stations, designed for accurate measurement of imported and exported electrical energy. As part of the advanced Lovato DMED4 energy meter range, it supports direct current measurement up to 1500 A and is specifically developed for DC EV charging infrastructure.
The meter provides measurement of imported and exported active energy together with imported and exported reactive energy. Active energy measurement accuracy is Class 1 according to EN 50470-4, while MID and Eichrecht certification for imported energy make the DMED403D1500 suitable for applications where certified energy measurement is required.
An integrated RS485 communication interface enables connection to monitoring, billing and energy management systems, with a programmable communication speed from 1200–115200 bps. Designed for rear mounting and direct current connection, the DMED403D1500 operates across an extended temperature range of -40 to +85 °C, making it suitable for demanding indoor and outdoor EV charging equipment.
Key Advantages
- Purpose-designed DC energy meter for electric vehicle charging stations.
- Direct current measurement up to 1500 A.
- MID and Eichrecht certified for imported energy measurement.
- Class 1 active energy accuracy according to EN 50470-4.
- Integrated RS485 communication interface for remote monitoring and system integration.
- Wide -40 to +85 °C operating temperature range for demanding charging installations.
Key Features
- Lovato DMED4 DC energy meter series.
- 1500 A maximum direct current measurement.
- 300 A reference current.
- 15 A minimum current.
- Measures imported/exported active and reactive energy.
- MID certified.
- Eichrecht certified for imported energy.
- Integrated RS485 serial communication.
- Programmable RS485 baud rate from 1200–115200 bps.
- 100 pulse/kWh LED pulse rate.
- Rear-mounted construction for integration into EV charging equipment.
Certified Energy Measurement for DC EV Charging
DC fast-charging stations require accurate energy measurement at high current levels to support monitoring, energy management and billing functions. The Lovato DMED403D1500 measures energy directly within the DC charging circuit and is designed specifically for electric vehicle charging infrastructure, where reliable metering over a wide operating range is essential.
MID and Eichrecht certification for imported energy make the DMED403D1500 suitable for charging applications that require certified measurement. The integrated RS485 interface also allows energy information to be communicated to charging controllers, data concentrators and supervisory systems for centralised monitoring and energy accounting.
Typical Applications
- DC electric vehicle charging stations.
- High-power EV fast chargers.
- Public electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
- Commercial and fleet charging installations.
- Certified EV energy billing systems.
- DC charging equipment requiring RS485 energy monitoring.
Technical Specifications
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| Measurement Connection Type | Direct connection | |
|---|---|---|
| Measurement Functions | Energy | |
| Phase | DC | |
| Signal / Input Range | CT input (/5 A or /1 A), DC V / A | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 31 V DC | |
| Communication | RS485 | |
| Device Type | Energy meter | |
| HS Code | 90283019 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | DMED4 | |
| Model | DMED403D1500 | |
| Product type | DC energy meter | |
| Primary application | DC electric vehicle charging stations | |
| Installation type | Rear mounting | |
| Current connection | Direct | |
| Current type | DC | |
| Maximum current Imax | 1500 A | |
| Reference current Iref | 300 A | |
| Minimum current Imin | 15 A | |
| Transition current Itr | 30 A | |
| Starting current Ist | 1200 mA | |
| Energy measurement | Imported/exported active and reactive energy | |
| Active energy accuracy | Class 1 according to EN 50470-4 | |
| Communication interface | RS485 | |
| RS485 baud rate | Programmable 1200–115200 bps | |
| LED pulse rate | 100 pulse/kWh | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 12.8 kV | |
| Maximum auxiliary supply voltage | 31 V DC | |
| Maximum power dissipation | 0.9 W | |
| Operating temperature | -40 to +85 °C | |
| MID certified | Yes | |
| Eichrecht certified | Yes, imported energy | |
| Expandable | No | |
| Photovoltaic application | No | |
| Weight | 1215 g | |
| EAN | 8013975328309 | |
| Compliance | IEC 62052-11, IEC 62052-31, IEC 61010-1, IEC 61010-2-030, IEC 62053-41, EN 50470-4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato DMED403D1500 used for?
The DMED403D1500 is a DC energy meter designed for electric vehicle charging stations, providing accurate measurement of imported and exported electrical energy in high-current DC charging circuits.
What maximum current can the DMED403D1500 measure?
The DMED403D1500 supports direct current measurement up to a maximum of 1500 A DC.
Is the Lovato DMED403D1500 MID certified?
Yes. The DMED403D1500 is MID certified and also carries Eichrecht certification for imported energy, making it suitable for certified energy measurement applications.
Does the DMED403D1500 have an RS485 interface?
Yes. The meter includes an integrated RS485 serial communication interface with a programmable baud rate from 1200–115200 bps.
What is the active energy accuracy of the DMED403D1500?
The Lovato DMED403D1500 provides Class 1 active energy measurement accuracy according to EN 50470-4.
Trusted DC Energy Measurement from Lovato Electric
Lovato Electric DMED4 DC energy meters provide accurate, connected and certified energy measurement for modern electric vehicle charging infrastructure, supporting high-current DC applications where dependable metering and system integration are essential.
