March 21, 2025
Bristol, PA

TESCO Metering Introduces the T3 Turbo Meter Tester—A Smarter, Faster Way to Test Meters in the Field

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Bristol, PA — March 21, 2025 – Utilities face mounting challenges when it comes to meter testing and site diagnostics. Traditional methods require bulky test equipment, lengthy testing processes, and frequent lab verification, leading to increased costs, inefficiencies, and delays in resolving metering issues.
To address these problems, TESCO Metering has launched the T3 Turbo Meter Tester, a powerful, lightweight tool that allows technicians to perform fast, accurate self-contained meter testing directly in the field. With built-in phantom load capabilities, true three-phase testing, and superior portability, the T3 eliminates the need for external load sources and lab-based verification, streamlining the testing process and improving utility operations.

However, testing the meter alone isn’t always enough. For full-site diagnostics and transformer-rated meter testing, the T3 pairs perfectly with the TESCO 6330 Meter Site Analyzer, creating the ultimate metering field solution.

Why the T3 Turbo Meter Tester is a Game-Changer for Utilities?

  • No External Load Needed – Built-in phantom load (0.1A–50A) eliminates reliance on customer load or external test sources, ensuring consistent, repeatable testing.
  • True Three-Phase Testing in the Field – Accurately tests self-contained meters with 0.02% voltage/current accuracy, reducing the risk of meter misdiagnosis.
  • Lightweight & Rugged for Field Use – Weighs under 10 lbs. and is housed in a rugged Pelican case, making it easy to transport and durable in any environment.
  • Handheld Controller for Safer Operation – Unlike app-controlled testers, the T3 eliminates reliance on smartphones, reducing the risk of device damage in the field.
  • Interlock Safety System – Prevents accidental live connections, protecting technicians from potential hazards.

Pairing the T3 with the 6330: The Complete Metering Test Solution

While the T3 is ideal for testing self-contained meters, some metering issues go beyond the meter itself. That’s where the TESCO 6330 Meter Site Analyzer comes in.

Together, the T3 and 6330 provide:

  • Testing for Any Meter Type – T3 handles self-contained meters, while the 6330 tackles transformer-rated meters and full-site power quality analysis.
  • Complete Site Diagnostics – The 6330 analyzes voltage, current, power factor, and system health, helping identify wiring issues and prevent costly system failures.
  • Faster, More Efficient Testing – No need to send meters back to the lab—technicians can test on-site and reinstall immediately, reducing downtime.
  • Built for the Field – Both units are lightweight, portable, and protected by rugged Pelican cases, making them durable, reliable, and easy to use in any environment.
  • The Ultimate Technician Toolkit – With both devices, meter technicians have everything they need to diagnose, verify, and troubleshoot meters and site conditions quickly and accurately.

Availability

The T3 Turbo Meter Tester and 6330 Meter Site Analyzer are now available for purchase. For more information contact [email protected] to schedule a demo.

About TESCO Metering

Since 1904, TESCO® Metering has been the trusted leader in American-made metering equipment and custom utility products for the electric utility industry. With over a century of engineering innovation, TESCO Metering designs and manufactures precision meter testing instruments, field test kits, and smart grid metering solutions that ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance across today’s evolving energy infrastructure.

From our ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 certified facility in Bristol, Pennsylvania, TESCO Metering proudly builds all products in the US, supporting domestic manufacturing, short lead times, and superior quality control. Our U.S.-manufactured metering systems serve utilities across North America, including meter test boards, burden sets, EVSE testers, optical probes, and custom field-testing equipment engineered for precision and durability.

TESCO Metering’s portfolio spans lab-grade testing setups, rugged field kits, and AMI test solutions designed to meet the demands of modern smart grid environments. What sets TESCO Metering apart is our close collaboration with utility engineers, meter shop managers, and field technicians—developing custom metering tools that solve real-world challenges, improve safety, and streamline operations.

Beyond products, TESCO Metering is deeply committed to metering education and industry training. Our annual TESCOOL event and support of regional meter schools reflect our dedication to advancing utility expertise and maintaining technical excellence across the metering community.

With generations of trust, TESCO Metering continues to lead in custom utility solutions, American-made metering equipment, and dependable technical support. Contact us to learn how TESCO Metering’s precision utility instruments can improve accuracy, safety, and efficiency for your metering operations.

Reliable Results. Every Meter. Every Time.