Meter Collar Devices - Customer Owned

The following list provides the manufacturers and model numbers for devices that have been reviewed by PPL Electric and are accepted for use. If other manufacturers or models are proposed for use, please submit all pertinent technical information to REMSI@pplweb.com.

Manufacturer’s model number designation is subject to change by the manufacturer. Manufacturers do not support multiple meter collars installed on the same meter base/socket.

This list will be updated as additional models / manufacturer’s equipment are accepted upon request.

  • Global Power Products – GenerLink Transfer Switch Meter Collar

Safely Connect a Portable Generator to Your Home Without Rewiring.

    • MA23-N, Non-Surge (30 AMP)
    • MA23-S, Surge (30 AMP)
    • MA24-N, Non-Surge (40 AMP)
    • MA24-S, Surge (40 AMP)


  • Tesla Backup Switch

Meter collar that communicates directly with Powerwall; the Backup Switch automatically detects grid outages, providing a seamless transition to backup power.

    • Model #1624171

 

  • ConnectDER™

The ConnectDER™ enables rapid connection of grid-ready distributed energy resources (DERs), especially solar photovoltaic systems, by creating a connection point to a collar that installs between a residential electric meter and a meter socket.

 

Note: these approved meter collars are customer-purchased and owned and are separate from equipment that may be installed as part of PPL’s DER Management Pilot Program.

 

 

 

Installation Process for customer installed Meter Collar Devices:

    • Only one meter collar may be installed per meter base (this includes the meter collar which may be owned, installed and maintained by PPL Electric).
    • DERs interconnecting through a customer-owned meter collar require an AC isolation device. Please visit our REMSI Rule 28 page for more information on installation requirements.
    • The Meter Collar device shall only be installed by a qualified licensed electrician or licensed electrical contractor.
    • The service/meter base socket shall be verified by the electrician or electrical contractor to ensure the conditions are acceptable to accept the meter device. The service equipment shall be limited and/or restricted to single phase/single gang meter socket enclosures.
    • Contact PPL Electric and provide the customer information, and the type of work being performed at the premises. A Work Order Number (WO #) will be provided for the work being performed.
    • The electrician or electrical contractor is responsible for coordinating the service disconnect, meter removal, and service reconnection with the Utility (PPL Electric) and to schedule an inspection with the electrical inspector at the same time as the work is being done to verify the installation and the safety of the electric system prior to the service being re-energized.
    • When the installation passes the electrical inspection, PPL Electric will re-energize the electric service and attach any required warning labels and utility seals/protection devices to the meter and/or socket.
    • Upon completion of the Meter Collar Device, and reconnection of the electric power, PPL Electric recommends the customer follow all guidelines, restrictions and general operating procedures set forth by the manufacturer.

 

Additional Notes for (GENERLINK) and generator:

  1. All branch circuit breakers in the electric panel must be in the OFF position before connecting the generator to the GenerLink Transfer Switch Collar. Follow all manufacturer general operating procedures regarding the identification and isolation of the branch circuits being fed during the emergency condition.
  2. The generator must have a ‘Floating Neutral’ or ‘Neutral not Connected to Frame’ or similar markings on the unit.
  3. The generator must be operated outside, in a well-ventilated area away from doors, windows, air intakes, dryer vents, or any other sources of ingress into the customer’s home.
  4. The GenerLink device shall NOT be used on any service that has been damaged by environmental conditions such as but not limited to ice storms, trees fallen on utility lines, or water damage from flooding or any other natural disaster. The device shall not be used if there is any physical damage to the meter base, conduits, or conductors or if the meter base is not properly and securely fastened to the premise structure.