Create a Meter

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This article explains how to create a meter.

Create a New Meter

You can create a meter and associate it with an asset or location. It's important to give a meter a unique name to be able to distinguish it from other ones.

To create a new meter:

Follow the steps below for the web or mobile application:

Web

1. From the sidebar, select Meters.

2. Select + New Meter. The New Meter dialog opens.

3. Enter a name and description.

4. Optionally, add or drag pictures from your computer.

5. Fill in the meter fields as needed.

6. Select Create.

   The new meter is created.

Mobile

1. From the bottom navigation bar, select More.

2. Select Meters.

3. Select + New Meter. The New Meter dialog box opens.

4. Enter a name and description.

5. Optionally, add or take pictures.

6. Fill in the meter fields as needed.

7. Select Create.

   The new meter is created.

Meter Fields

Field	Description
Name	The name of the meter. It can be up to 255 characters long. You cannot create a meter without a name.
Meter Type	Select the type of meter: Manual: This is a meter that's manually checked by a technician who records the reading in MaintainX®. Automated (web application only): This is a meter whose readings are automatically transferred to MaintainX via the REST API, or from an integrated data source, such as a sensor. For example, sensors connected to MaintainX via an OT Data Connector (see OT Data Connectors). IoT Device: For automatic transfer of meter data from IoT sources. This feature is no longer offered and has been replaced by automated meters. Organizations with existing IoT meters can continue to use them.
Description	A short description of the meter. It can be up to 4096 characters long (roughly 500 to 700 words). Make sure to include all the relevant details for the meter.
Source (automated meters only)	Integrated data source that the meter data comes from. For example, a sensor. You can choose from any source in your organization.
Measurement Unit	Choose from one of the following measurement units: Distance Volume Temperature Velocity Acceleration Electrical Other You can also type the measurement unit directly in the text box and select Use.
Asset	Assign the meter to an Asset. If the asset has an assigned location, MaintainX adds it to the meter's Location field automatically.
Location	Assign the meter to Location. If you assign an asset to the meter, and the asset has an assigned location, the meter uses the asset's location automatically.
Reading Frequency	Choose from one of the following reading frequencies: None Hour Day Week Month Year
Threshold Settings (automated meters only)	Set thresholds according to desired values for meters with numerical data types. An automation can reference the thresholds to trigger notifications or work orders. You can set the following threshold values: Warning: A warning is a signal of potential danger that allows for preparation and prevention. Alarm: An Alarm alerts people to take immediate action. It is an escalation of the Warning threshold. Note: The Alarm threshold value should be higher than the Warning threshold value.
Add Pictures/Files	Attach or drag photos or files. In the mobile application, you can take photos with your device's camera or choose existing files and photos on the device. In the web application, you can choose any files or photos on your computer.