Eaton UTRS101BE Meter Socket - UL Listed, 125A, 1-Phase
Part Number: UTRS101BE
Quick Summary
Eaton UTRS101BE meter socket provides reliable service connections for residential meter installations. Engineers often confront hub misfits, grounding issues, and code-compliance gaps during installs; this unit mitigates those risks with a robust 3-5/16 inch hub opening, a four-jaw design, and a ringless mounting style. UL Listed and broad utility approvals across ME, NM, TX, AL, and other jurisdictions support field acceptance and safer operation. This combination of certification and compatibility translates to faster commissioning, fewer field callbacks, and a space-efficient overhead service solution that aligns with modern residential metering workflows.
Product Information
Extended Description
UTRS101BE Eaton: Eaton meter socket, 1-pos resi service, 125 A, Over, 3-5/16 inch hub open, #8-2/0 AWG, 4-jaw, 1-phase, #8-2/0 AWG, Gnd conn (#14-#2 Cu), Triplex, 3-wire, Ringless, 600 Vac
Product Name
Eaton meter socket
Catalog Number
UTRS101BE
UPC
786685217710
Product Length/Depth
3.61 in
Product Height
11.05 in
Product Width
8.22 in
Product Weight
6.46 lb
Warranty
Eaton Selling Policy 25-000, one (1) year from the date of installation of the Product or eighteen (18) months from the date of shipment of the Product, whichever occurs first.
Certifications
UL Listed
Type
Single-position residential service
Amperage Rating
125A
Feed type
Overhead
Number of jaws
Four-jaw
Phase
Single-phase
Utility approvals
ME : Central Maine Power NM : El Paso Electric TX : El Paso Electric AL : Alabama Power ME : Emera Maine (Bangor Hydro Electric Co./ Maine Public Service Company) MO : Empire District Electric OK : Empire District Electric AR : Entergy LA : Entergy MS : Entergy TX : Entergy AL : Huntsville Utilities FL : MEG (Duke Energy, Florida Power, Tampa Electric, Gulf Power, Oklahoma Gas and Electric) IN : MEG (Duke Energy, Florida Power, Tampa Electric, Gulf Power, Oklahoma Gas and Electric) KY : MEG (Duke Energy, Florida Power, Tampa Electric, Gulf Power, Oklahoma Gas and Electric) NC : MEG (Duke Energy, Florida Power, Tampa Electric, Gulf Power, Oklahoma Gas and Electric) OH : MEG (Duke Energy, Florida Power, Tampa Electric, Gulf Power, Oklahoma Gas and Electric) SC : MEG (Duke Energy, Florida Power, Tampa Electric, Gulf Power, Oklahoma Gas and Electric) TX : Pedernales Electric Cooperative NM : Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) SC : South Carolina Electric and Gas (SCE&G)
Line
#8-2/0 AWG
Load
#8-2/0 AWG
Number of wires
Three-wire
Hub type
3-5/16 in hub opening
Connection
Ground connection
Security
Ringless
Voltage rating
600 V
Number of sockets
1
Residential and Light Commercial, Metering Products, Volume 1 Tab 4
Eaton Specification Sheet - UTRS101BE
Feature: 125A, single-phase, 1-position residential service. Business Impact: Matches typical residential mains and simplifies load planning, reducing panel interlock issues and securing a predictable service path. Application: Ideal for overhead service drops in new or retrofit residential metering projects. Feature: Four-jaw, ringless connection. Business Impact: Enhances security against tampering and improves grounding reliability, lowering service disruptions. Application: Suitable for compliant, durable metering bases in urban and suburban installations. Feature: 3-5/16 in hub opening. Business Impact: Eases conductor alignment and reduces installation time, cutting on-site labor costs. Application: Overhead feed configurations with common utility hardware. Feature: Feed/load rating #8-2/0 AWG. Business Impact: Supports flexible feeder sizing for both supply and return conductors, improving inventory handling and spares readiness. Application: Residential meter sockets serving mixed conductor sizes. Feature: 600 VAC rating. Business Impact: Ensures compatibility with higher-voltage distribution scenarios and improves safety margins for transitional systems. Application: Essential for multi-voltage metering environments and service entrances. Feature: Certifications and approvals. Business Impact: UL Listed status plus broad utility approvals streamline compliance, reducing job-site rework and improving inspector confidence. Application: Widens acceptance across utilities and jurisdictions, expediting project sign-offs.
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FAQs
The UTRS101BE is designed for overhead residential service with a 3-5/16 in hub opening, four-jaw connection, and ringless mounting. Ensure correct conductor sizing (#8-2/0 AWG), proper grounding (ground connection), and secure alignment to a compatible meter base. Verify UL Listed status and utility approvals for your jurisdiction before commissioning.
Yes. The UTRS101BE is rated for 125A and configured for single-phase, 1-position residential service. It supports overhead feeds and uses a four-jaw design, making it compatible with standard residential meters and service drops while meeting common utility requirements.
This meter socket excels in overhead residential metering and service entrances, where a compact, single-position base is needed. It supports #8-2/0 AWG conductors, 600 VAC rating, and ringless grounding, making it suitable for new installations and retrofit projects within urban and suburban utility networks.
The UTRS101BE carries UL Listed certification and features broad utility approvals across multiple jurisdictions (for example ME, NM, TX, AL, OH, SC). These credentials facilitate regulatory compliance and field acceptance, reducing rework and expediting project sign-offs on residential metering installations.
The combination of UL Listed safety, ringless grounding, and a robust 125A rating minimizes service disturbances and maintenance calls. Its durable construction, plus broad utility approvals and a straightforward installation process, translates to faster commissioning, lower labor costs, and improved system reliability over the life of the residential metering installation.