Gas meter service life: detailed analysis of popular models

Natural gas in our country is one of the most common and affordable types of fuel. However, every year the price of energy resources is steadily creeping up, and paying “to the maximum” is becoming more and more noticeable. Metering devices help save the family budget. When purchasing, you should pay attention to the service life of the gas meter, the type and method of fastening, and the clarity of the readings.

Any device designed to measure indicators has its own service life. Users need to know this information in order to replace the device in a timely manner and avoid incorrect readings and associated fines.

The need to install a gas meter

Until now, many gas consumers, especially those living in apartments with central heating and using blue fuel exclusively for cooking, doubt the advisability of installing metering devices. This is explained by the fact that the purchase and installation of a meter requires a considerable amount, while the payment for gas according to the standards established by the state is not too high.

But is it really economically beneficial? So, a family of three pays about 320 rubles a month for gas. At the same time, the standards are initially very high, since they are calculated based on maximum fuel consumption, and such a situation rarely occurs in life. Installing metering devices is primarily beneficial for those who consume small amounts of natural gas.For residents of country houses and apartments with individual heating, the installation of metering devices is mandatory.

In domestic conditions, mechanical meters are usually used: membrane or rotary. They are low cost, easy to install, do not require additional power, and are equipped with a backlit display, which is very convenient when reading readings.

Service life of the Betar gas meter

Small-sized meters Betar SGBM-1.6 from a domestic manufacturer are used to measure the volume of gas consumed in apartments, houses, and households. The device is small in size and can be installed on both horizontal and vertical drops of a gas pipe.

In addition, the device has several other advantages:

• operates absolutely silently, without vibration or gas pollution;
• no additional connecting elements are required for installation;
• a special tee included in the kit allows you to use the gas pipeline while the device is being removed for inspection or repair;
• gas temperature correction is provided up to +20°C, so actual consumption does not depend on the season;
• the “Calendar” function will allow you to determine when the power was turned off;
• There are devices where readings can be taken remotely.

From the markings it is clear that this device can be installed at a pressure of no more than 1.6 cubic meters. m per hour. Betar SGBM-1.6 is perfect for apartments with one four-burner stove.

The manufacturer claims that the device will have a service life of 12 years. The warranty period is one and a half years after installation, for storage - 2 years from the date of release. The verification interval is 4 years.When purchasing a meter, a passport is attached to it, which contains all the necessary information, including the service life of the device.

How long will a G6 gas meter last?

The two-chamber meter has increased throughput and can be used in both domestic and industrial applications. This metering device is installed in administrative institutions, in a private house or apartment with several devices that consume natural gas.

Several devices can be connected to the SGMN-1M G6 meter simultaneously, for example a gas stove, boiler and water heater.

The main advantages of this metering device:

• high sensitivity – measurement begins even at minimal flow;
• silent operation - the device does not make noise or crackle, so it will be appropriate in any living space;
• small dimensions;
• when gas passes through the device, the pressure in the line does not change;
• the operation of the device is practically independent of temperature changes - outdoor installation is acceptable;
• the meter is able to work even with a contaminated gas environment;
• a reliable flow meter does not require frequent verification.

The minimum service life of SGMN-1 G6 is 20 years, the interval between verifications is 8 years. A verified meter is considered to be working, so if the service life of the current meter has expired, it must be sent for verification. The owner of the gas equipment is responsible for the timely completion of this operation, and the use of an appliance with an expired verification period is tantamount to its absence.

Service life of the NPM G4 gas meter

The NPM G4 gas meter from the Russian manufacturer Gazdevice is a membrane-type device with which you can measure the consumption of natural or liquefied gas. For ease of use, the company produces a left-handed and right-handed model. The device body is treated with a special protective coating, which increases its service life.

Advantages of the NPM G4 meter:

• convenient display for reading readings;
• stable measurements throughout the entire service life;
• resistance to pressure changes in the gas pipeline;
• light weight (1.8 kg);
• backstop.

The service life of this meter according to the passport will be 20 years. The interval between verifications is 10 years, starting from the day the meter was manufactured at the factory. The manufacturer guarantees uninterrupted operation of the device for two years.

Each owner of gas equipment who has installed a meter must know for what period of time the device can operate correctly. At the end of its service life, you will need to send the device for verification or install a new device. Otherwise, at the first inspection by gas company employees, a violation will be discovered - and for the period of delay you will have to pay according to the standard.