Multifunction energy meter to control breaker

A multifunction energy meter to control a breaker is a device that measures the electrical energy consumption of a building or a specific circuit and also controls the breaker to turn it on or off based on certain conditions. Here are some common features of such a device:

  1. Energy measurement: The device measures the active, reactive, and apparent power, as well as the energy consumption in kilowatt-hours (kWh).
  2. Breaker control: The device can control the breaker to turn it on or off based on pre-set conditions, such as:
    • Time of day (e.g., turn off during peak hours)
    • Energy consumption threshold (e.g., turn off when energy consumption exceeds a certain level)
    • Load shedding (e.g., turn off non-essential loads during peak hours)
  3. Communication protocols: The device can communicate with other devices or systems using protocols such as Modbus, BACnet, or Zigbee.
  4. Remote monitoring: The device can be monitored remotely using a web interface, mobile app, or other remote monitoring software.
  5. Alarm and notification: The device can send alarms and notifications to the user or system administrator when certain conditions are met, such as:
    • Energy consumption exceeds a certain threshold
    • Breaker trips or fails to reset
    • Communication loss or error
  6. Data logging: The device can log energy consumption data and other relevant information, such as breaker status, for later analysis or reporting.
  7. Security features: The device can have security features such as user authentication, password protection, and encryption to prevent unauthorized access.

Some common applications of multifunction energy meters to control breakers include:

  1. Commercial buildings: To monitor and control energy consumption in commercial buildings, such as offices, retail stores, or restaurants.
  2. Industrial facilities: To monitor and control energy consumption in industrial facilities, such as factories, warehouses, or manufacturing plants.
  3. Residential buildings: To monitor and control energy consumption in residential buildings, such as apartments or single-family homes.
  4. Smart grids: To monitor and control energy consumption in smart grid applications, such as smart homes or smart buildings.

Some examples of multifunction energy meters to control breakers include:

  1. Eaton's Power Xpert: A multifunction energy meter that measures energy consumption and controls breakers using Modbus or BACnet protocols.
  2. Schneider Electric's PowerLogic: A multifunction energy meter that measures energy consumption and controls breakers using Modbus or BACnet protocols.
  3. ABB's Power Meter: A multifunction energy meter that measures energy consumption and controls breakers using Modbus or BACnet protocols.
  4. Siemens' Sentron: A multifunction energy meter that measures energy consumption and controls breakers using Modbus or BACnet protocols.

These are just a few examples of multifunction energy meters to control breakers. There are many other devices and systems available on the market, each with their own features and capabilities.