korttilaitokset

Korttilaitokset refers to electric meters used for calculating the amount of electricity consumed by Finnish households. These meters are standardized by the Finnish Communications Regulatory Authority, Eläkekassa, and Paka Oy. They are crucial for billing purposes, and consumers pay for the electricity used based on the meter readings.

The design of korttilaitokset meters is typically round and compact, with several metal rods protruding from the top. These rods facilitate the attachment of cables that connect the meter to the electrical supply and a payment system. The digital display on the meter shows the cumulative consumption of electricity in kilowatt-hours (kWh) or multiples thereof.

Consumers can obtain the current consumption value by reading the digital display. Meters are usually reset to zero at the start of each billing period, which is typically a calendar month. The payment system retrieves the consumption figures from the meter and sends them to the billing agency for purposes of generating invoices.

Due to their widespread use in monitoring electricity consumption, Finnish households where korttilaitokset meters are installed have a certain amount of transparency regarding their energy bills. The need for accuracy in consumption billing drives consumers to ensure that their meters provide precise readings, preventing potential errors in billing statements.