The WattNode Pulse is a high-quality watershed meter/logger designed to measure current, power, and pulse/event parameters. This device is perfect for data acquisition and logging in various industries, including business and industrial settings. The WattNode Pulse features 3 current channels and is manufactured by Continental Control Systems, a trusted brand in the industry. Its compact design and easy-to-use interface make it simple to install and operate. These units retail for $289 when brand new.
The WattNode Pulse meter is an accurate, low cost, watt-hour transducer that measures both energy consumed and energy produced (bidirectional). The basic model has two pulse outputs, one for energy consumed and the other for energy produced. Each pulse represents acertain quantity of energy (watt-hours). Many other pulse output configuration are available as options.For a simple kWh metering system, a WattNode Pulse meter can be configured to output exactly one pulse per kilowatt-hour (kWh) of energy used.
The output pulses from the WattNode meter can also be recorded using a data logger or other data acquisition device (not included) such as a building automation system. These systems can calculate the average kW demand during a sample interval and can also provide TOU (time of use) data.The pulse outputs of WattNode meters are optically isolated to provide 5000 volts protection from the AC power lines. The basic meter is suitable for conventional energy measurement applications as well as for PV net metering, and other renewable energy applications. Pulse meters are used for tenant sub-metering,branch circuit lighting, HVAC and equipment monitoring, and demand response applications.The WattNode Pulse can be used with any low voltage CT (0.333 Vacoutput) - not included.
Features
• Low cost, bidirectional watt-hourtransducer
• Low voltage (0.333 Vac) currenttransformers \
• Line powered