Group Metering
Industrial group metering offers the clear and easily accessible management of electric power use within industrial facilities. A facility manager can look in one place to see what each unit's present electrical usage is and also can obtain records of past usage, a very simply organized system of operation and record keeping that makes it facile to identify trends, to determine which units are big energy consumers, or to bill the appropriate people for the electricity they implement in a particular unit.
One crucial aspect of these systems is the meter breakers. Essentially, they combine two different components: a meter socket and a circuit breaker. The system works effortlessly to distribute power while performing the necessary metering functions.
When it comes to group metering, one crucial factor to think about is the bus rating. This measures how much electricity the system can handle and ensures that it can carry the kind of load that's going to be put on it. Some systems use more electrical capacity than others—mostly due to how much machines tend to use when they're working.
FAQs
Can single phase group metering enclosures handle multiple tenancy installations for one location?
Yes, single phase group metering enclosures are designed to handle multiple tenancy installations for one location, allowing for individual metering and billing of each tenant's electrical consumption.
What are the range of features that a residential group metering enclosure has for customers that will support a suitable installation?
Residential group metering enclosures offer a range of features including individual circuit protection, weather-resistant and tamper-proof enclosures, easy access for meter reading and maintenance, compatibility with smart meters, provisions for utility seals, and clear labeling for each tenant's meter to support a suitable and secure installation.
Are unwired enclosures available for group metering solutions?
Yes, unwired enclosures are available for group metering solutions, allowing installers to customize and wire the enclosures according to specific project requirements and configurations.
How to Use a Multimeter
Measuring AC Voltage
Set the dial to the AC voltage symbol and plug the red probe into the voltage port. Place the red probe into the hot terminal block and the black probe into the neutral terminal block. Make sure the probes are fully seated to something that can conduct electricity, like the screws on the terminal blocks. The measurement is taken in parallel with the load.
Measuring DC Voltage
Set the dial to the DC voltage symbol and leave the probe in the same port as it was for the AC voltage measurement. Place the red probe to DC positive and the black probe to DC negative. The measurement is taken in parallel with the load.
Measuring Current or Amperage
Set the dial to either milliamps or amps. Move the red probe to the DC amp port. The multimeter is now set to measure DC current. Remove the wire that is sending power to the load and place one probe on one end and the other probe on the other, to complete the circuit, allowing power to bypass the load. The meter will break the circuit and measure the current in series with the voltage source. This allows the meter to measure the current that is going to the load.
Measuring resistance
Make sure that the load is disconnected from the electrical circuit, otherwise, the resistance measurement will not be accurate. Set the dial to the ohm symbol and place the red probe into the voltage port. Place one probe on one conductor and the other probe on the other. Take the reading.
Measuring Continuity
Meter settings stay the same as previous measurements, with the addition of pressing the audible button. Place the probes anywhere on the electrical circuit. An audible tone will sound if there is a continuous, point to point connection. If there is no sound, there is break in the electrical connection, possibly caused by broken or frayed wires.