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APsystems APmeter Zero Export Meter for EZ1
APsystems$90
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- Prevents unwanted grid export with cloud-based power management
- Simple setup via Bluetooth or QR code through the AP EasyPower app
- Works with multiple EZ1 devices without needing the same router
- Offset function compensates for changing household loads
- Remote control of export limits from anywhere
The Simple Summary
Pair with the EZ1 microinverter for a true zero-export plug-in solar system ready to pair with the solar panels of your choosing.
APsystems APmeter Zero Export Meter for EZ1 Details
Take control of where your solar energy goes with the APsystems APmeter Zero Export Meter, a monitoring device designed to prevent excess power from flowing back to the grid—helping you stay compliant and maximize the solar energy you actually use. This meter works with the EZ1 plug-in solar microinverter to monitor your household energy use in real time and automatically adjust solar output to reduce grid export. Rather than navigating utility interconnection requirements on your own, the APmeter handles backfeed prevention so you can focus on getting the most from your system. The result is greater self-consumption and a more straightforward path to running a compliant plug-in solar setup. Installation is approachable for DIY setups—the APmeter integrates directly with your EZ1 system and communicates wirelessly with the AP EasyPower app for convenient phone-based monitoring. Whether you're a renter with a balcony system, an apartment dweller with limited outdoor space, or a homeowner exploring flexible plug-in solar options, this meter adds useful control to your setup without permanent installation. At $90, it's a practical addition for anyone building a small-scale starter system who wants to manage energy flow with confidence.
Our Take
Why we like it
- Cloud-based control lets you manage export limits remotely without manual adjustments
- Offset function automatically compensates for changing household loads to prevent grid export
- Multiple EZ1 devices can work together independently of your router setup
- Fast setup using QR code or Bluetooth — no complicated wiring required
- Works seamlessly with the AP EasyPower app for real-time monitoring
What to watch
- 100 A CT clamp may not fit larger breaker panels; a 200 A option is not yet available
- Requires Wi-Fi connectivity and the AP EasyPower app for setup and remote control
- Designed specifically for APsystems EZ1 devices, not compatible with other microinverters
- No detailed technical specifications published (dimensions, weight, operating temperature range)
Good fit if
DIY solar installations with grid-tie requirementsHomeowners needing zero-export or export-limited configurationsSystems with multiple APsystems EZ1 microinvertersUsers wanting cloud-based remote monitoring and controlHomes with fluctuating power loads throughout the day
Think twice if
Systems using non-APsystems microinverters or string invertersInstallations without Wi-Fi availabilityOff-grid or battery-based solar systemsPanels with 200 A breakers until a larger CT option is releasedUsers who prefer local-only control without cloud connectivity
Technical Specifications
| Core Function | |
|---|---|
| Function | Enables intelligent export limit control for APsystems EZ1 |
| Power Management | Cloud-based power management with automatic output adjustment |
| Load Compensation | Offset function helps prevent unintended grid export during fluctuating loads |
| Connectivity & Control | |
|---|---|
| Communication | Wi-Fi connectivity with AP EasyPower app setup |
| Setup Method | Simple setup using Bluetooth or QR code scanning through the AP EasyPower app |
| Remote Control | Supports remote control of export limit settings |
| Multi-Device Support | Allows multiple EZ1 devices to operate without needing the same router connection |
| Hardware | |
|---|---|
| CT Clamp Rating | CT fits 100 A breaker. A larger 200 A CT is planned for a future release |
| Product Overview | |
|---|---|
| Best For | DIY Systems |
| Warranty | 2 Year Warranty |
What's in the Box
- APmeter smart energy meter
- CT clamp (100 A, fits 100 A breaker)
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