IQ Meter Collar

The Enphase IQ Meter Collar is a smart, installer-friendly solution that enables whole-home backup without the complexity of a backup subpanel. Designed to streamline installation and reduce labor costs, it integrates seamlessly with the Enphase Energy System, allowing homeowners to enjoy reliable, grid-independent operation with minimal rewiring.

By eliminating the need for external consumption current transformers (CTs) and incorporating a Microgrid Interconnection Device (MID), the IQ Meter Collar makes backup systems easier to deploy, safer to maintain, and more cost-effective overall.

Key Features and Benefits

• Whole-Home Backup Without a Subpanel
  Eliminates the need for a separate backup subpanel and costly rewiring, simplifying installation and lowering total system cost.
• Built-In Microgrid Interconnection Device (MID)
  Provides reliable grid-disconnect functionality for backup-capable systems, meeting interconnection and safety requirements.
• Seamless Compatibility
• Works with IQ Battery 5P, IQ System Controller 3M, and IQ Battery 10C when paired with the IQ Combiner 6C
• Supports grid-tied and off-grid operation with full system integration.
• Simplified Consumption Monitoring
  Eliminates the need for external consumption CTs, offering a cleaner and faster setup with built-in metering support.
• Flexible and Safe Design
• Compatible with Form 2S meter sockets up to 200 A
• UL414 certified and UL 1741 SA/SB compliant for electrical safety and smart inverter compliance
• Includes a ½” NPT thread-based junction box and flexible wiring for easier cable management.
• Reliable Performance with Redundancy
  Supports redundant power from both the grid and battery, ensuring the MID operates even during outages.
• Durable and Installer-Ready
• Works with TC-ER listed CTRL cable in exposed runs
• Manual override lever for emergency scenarios
• Push-button control for enabling/disabling firmware-controlled MID functionality
• Diagnostics and Visual Feedback
  Dual LED indicators show MID relay status, grid power availability, and system health at a glance.
• Long-Term Confidence
  Backed by a 15-year limited warranty and designed for a 20-year service life.
  

Specifications

• Meter Compatibility: Form 2S meter sockets (up to 200 A)
• Certifications: UL 414, UL 1741 SA/SB compliant
• MID Integration: Built-in
• Control Cable: TC and DG certified CTRL cable compatible
• Enclosure: Includes ½" NPT junction box
• Warranty: 15 years
• Design Life: 20 years
  

Ideal For:

• Homeowners seeking whole-home backup with minimal installation hassle
• Installers looking to avoid backup subpanels and rewiring
• Systems using Enphase IQ Batteries (5P or 10C) and Controllers