DAE AS250U-100RP 1ft Hot Water Meter with Pulse Output - Accurate

Our review of the DAE AS250U-100RP finds it a practical choice for property managers and technicians who need a reliable 1' water meter that reports in gallons and offers pulse output for remote reading. The meter is clearly built for indoor, horizontal inline installation with the dial facing up, and its adherence to AWWA C700 and ISO 4064 Class C standards gives confidence in accuracy for city water. The real advantage is straightforward integration with remote reading systems and cloud metering gateways, which makes routine billing and leak detection simpler.

Key Features

• Horizontal inline installation: Designed for a horizontal mount with the dial facing upwards to ensure reliable readings and easy access during maintenance.
• Pulse output: Enables connection to electronic counters or AMR devices for remote reading and automated data collection.
• Cloud metering compatible: Works with the DAE CC2030 Gateway and AMR modules so landlords can view usage and receive alerts on PC or phone.
• Standards compliance: Conforms to AWWA C700 and ISO 4064 Class C, assuring consistent performance on city water systems.
• Clear readability and build quality: Customers report easy-to-read digits and solid connections, making it suitable for billing and monitoring.
• Calibration certificates available: Factory calibration documentation can be provided for projects that require traceable verification.

Who It's For

The AS250U-100RP is best for property owners, landlords, and plumbing professionals who need an indoor meter for measuring gallons with pulse output for integration into remote reading or cloud metering setups. It fits well where a horizontal inline meter with an upward-facing dial is required and where adherence to AWWA and ISO standards matters for billing accuracy.

Those needing outdoor, pit, or vertical-up installations should consider other DAE models such as IP68-rated or vertically oriented variants. Also, buyers who want a fully weatherproof or pit-rated solution should look at the U-100R or V-100RP models instead.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Accurate to the AWWA standard, customers note reliable accuracy in typical flow ranges.
• Good build quality and readable digits make routine checks fast and easy.
• Flexible remote reading options via pulse output, CO-10, AMR130, or AMR modules simplify billing.
• Factory calibration certificates are available for installations that require verification.

Cons

• Not rated for pit or outdoor use and is intended for horizontal inline mounting only, limiting some installation scenarios.
• Cloud gateway and some remote modules are sold separately, so total system cost can increase if remote monitoring is needed.

Specifications

Measurement Units	Gallon
Meter Size	1' (1 in)
Flow Rates	Max 50 GPM, Normal 25 GPM, Min 3/4 GPM
Accuracy	+/-1.5% within normal flow
Standards	AWWA C700; ISO 4064 Class C
Mounting	Horizontal inline, dial facing upwards
Outputs	Pulse output for electronic counters and AMR

Our Verdict

The DAE AS250U-100RP is a solid, standards-compliant 1' water meter that delivers accurate gallon readings and sensible options for remote reading. It represents good value for indoor municipal water metering when a horizontal inline installation is acceptable, and it pays off for landlords and technicians who want easy integration into AMR or cloud systems for billing and leak alerts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this meter be installed vertically?
No, this AS250U-100RP is intended for horizontal inline mounting with the dial facing up; DAE makes specific vertical models for upward flow.

Will it work outdoors or in a pit?
No, it is not rated for pit or outdoor use; choose an IP68 rated DAE model for those environments.

Can I use it with cloud metering?
Yes, it supports pulse output and is compatible with the DAE CC2030 Gateway and AMR modules for cloud metering and alerts, though gateway modules are sold separately.