Electric Energy Meters

An electric energy meter is a measuring device that measures and accumulates the active energy drawn from a line in kWh. The DIN rail kWh meters in this category are used as sub-meters in building and facility panels to monitor consumption by tenant, section or machine and to allocate energy costs. Three-phase, 63 A and 125 A direct-connected models such as the Schneider Electric iEM3110, iEM3155 and iEM3365 are listed in pulse output, multi-tariff, Modbus or BACnet communication versions. Select the meter by the rated current of the line, communication protocol, the need for a pulse output or multiple tariffs, and whether the measurement will be used for billing. Direct-connected models do not need a current transformer; the line conductors are connected straight to the meter terminals. Types with MID in the product name are listed separately; verify the compliance required for billing measurement from the manufacturer's documentation. The kWh meters in this category are not a substitute for the subscriber meter installed by the distribution company; they are for sub-metering inside the facility.

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How to choose Electric Energy Meters

An electric energy meter is a measuring device that measures and accumulates the active energy drawn from a line in kWh. The DIN rail kWh meters in this category are used as sub-meters in building and facility panels to monitor consumption by tenant, section or machine and to allocate energy costs.

  • Separate sensing, motion control, logic processing and operator interface requirements.
  • Select signal type, supply voltage, communication protocol and I/O count for the machine network.
  • Verify housing size, sensing distance and PNP/NPN output polarity against the PLC input card.

Frequently asked questions

What is Electric Energy Meters and where is it used?

An electric energy meter is a measuring device that measures and accumulates the active energy drawn from a line in kWh. The DIN rail kWh meters in this category are used as sub-meters in building and facility panels to monitor consumption by tenant, section or machine and to allocate energy costs.

What should I compare when choosing Electric Energy Meters?

Select the meter by the rated current of the line, communication protocol, the need for a pulse output or multiple tariffs, and whether the measurement will be used for billing.

Where can I find technical details for Electric Energy Meters products?

Direct-connected models do not need a current transformer; the line conductors are connected straight to the meter terminals.

What Is an Electricity Meter? Energy Meter Selection Guide