Overview
Wireless AC Current Meters measure the RMS current of an alternating current (AC) system using a current transformer (CT) that wraps around the "hot" wire of a two wire (hot, common, ground(optional)) power system. The sensor reports Minimum RMS current, maximum RMS current, average RMS current, and amp hours to the UpKeep Edge. The UpKeep Edge is capable of generating watt hour or kilowatt hour readings as well.
How They Work
- The sensor measures AC current data using its integrated sensing element at configurable intervals.
- Readings are transmitted wirelessly to the UpKeep Edge gateway via the 900 MHz protocol, with Encrypt-RF security.
- UpKeep Edge processes incoming data in real time, comparing readings against user-defined alert thresholds.
- When thresholds are breached, instant notifications are sent via text, email, or phone call to designated team members.
- All data is logged for historical trending, compliance reporting, and predictive maintenance analysis.
Applications
- Equipment power monitoring
- Energy usage tracking
- Motor load analysis
- Circuit capacity planning
Specifications
| SKU | MNS2-9-IN-CM-020 |
|---|---|
| Category | Power & Electrical |
| Sensor type | AC Current Meters |
| Dimensions | 3.7 × 2.9 × 1.4 in |
| Weight | 6.7 oz |
| Wireless Range | Up to 1,200+ ft. (non-line-of-sight) |
| Battery Life | Up to 10+ years (usage-dependent) |
| Encryption | Encrypt-RF (256-bit AES) |
Questions about this sensor
- What does the Industrial - AC Current Meter, 20 AMP measure?
- Wireless AC Current Meters measure the RMS current of an alternating current (AC) system using a current transformer (CT) that wraps around the "hot" wire of a two wire (hot, common, ground(optional)) power system. The sensor reports Minimum RMS current, maximum RMS current, average RMS current, and amp hours to the UpKeep Edge. The UpKeep Edge is capable of generating watt hour or kilowatt hour readings as well.
- Where is the Industrial - AC Current Meter, 20 AMP typically installed?
- Common placements include equipment power monitoring, energy usage tracking, motor load analysis. It uses a NEMA-rated industrial enclosure, so it holds up to wash-down, outdoor, and high-vibration locations.
- What does it need to work?
- An UpKeep Edge gateway within about 1,200 ft. One gateway supports 50 or more sensors, and readings reach UpKeep over the gateway's cellular, Ethernet, or Modbus connection.
- What happens when a reading is out of range?
- UpKeep opens a work order against the asset and notifies the assigned technician. You set the thresholds for each ac current meter individually.
