China Power Meter Suppliers - Accurate Measurement of Active and Reactive Power from a Reliable Factory
Product Overview
1.1 Single-Phase (1P)
Power Meter
- Compatibility: Single-phase AC systems (residential, light commercial, small-scale industrial).
- Rated Voltage: 100 V, 220 V
- Rated Current: External CTs (secondary ratings of 1 A or 5 A)
1.2 Three-Phase Three-Wire (3P3W) Power Meter
- Compatibility: Three-phase three-wire AC systems (high-power industrial machinery, utility lines, balanced loads without neutral).
- Rated Voltage: 100 V, 220 V, 380 V, 440 V
- Rated Current: External CTs (secondary ratings of 1 A or 5 A)
1.3 Three-Phase Four-Wire (3P4W) Power Meter
- Compatibility: Three-phase four-wire AC systems (commercial buildings, data centers, unbalanced loads requiring neutral).
- Rated Voltage: 100 V, 220 V, 380 V, 440 V
- Rated Current: External CTs (secondary ratings of 1 A or 5 A)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between active and reactive power?
Active power (real power) is the actual electrical energy consumed or supplied by a load to perform work. Reactive power is the power temporarily stored and returned by inductive or capacitive components in the system, maintaining the alternating current voltage levels.
Where should a Single-Phase (1P) power meter be used?
Single-Phase (1P) power meters are ideal for single-phase AC systems typical of residential homes, light commercial buildings, and small-scale industrial applications with lower power requirements.
What is the difference between 3P3W and 3P4W configurations?
Three-Phase Three-Wire (3P3W) is optimized for balanced loads where a neutral conductor is not needed, such as heavy industrial machinery. Three-Phase Four-Wire (3P4W) includes a neutral line to handle unbalanced loads, commonly used in commercial facilities and data centers.
What input voltage ratings do these meters support?
The Single-Phase (1P) meter supports 100 V and 220 V inputs. The Three-Phase (3P3W and 3P4W) meters support a wider range of voltage inputs: 100 V, 220 V, 380 V, and 440 V.
How does the Current Transformer (CT) ratio affect the measurement range?
The meters use external CTs with standard secondary outputs of 1 A or 5 A. The primary current rating (X) is determined by the selected CT ratio (e.g., 50A/5A or 1000A/5A), allowing the meter to scale its measurements to match the specific current demands of your system.










