Both current transformers and potential transformers are considered to be instrument transformers. These transformers are responsible for measuring whether power systems are both precise and safe. Both also use magnetic circuitry in their primary and … [Read more...]
Fundamentals Series: Industry Standard
What is a standard and which standard is right for you? In this month’s edition of the Powermetrix Fundamentals of Metering series, we look at a phrase or a word that is often misrepresented in its usage. Sometimes a phrase will come up similar to: … [Read more...]
Safety Series: Field Metering Equipment Video
Take a look at our latest Safety Series video where we review what causes Arc Flash, hot stick hazards, safety equipment and how electricity effects the body. We love hearing from you! Leave a comment, question or story below. … [Read more...]
Power Factor
A look at how power factor influences electric meter testing (You can listen to this blogpost too!) In our first blog post of the fundamentals series, we discussed the basics of voltage and current. This post discusses the … [Read more...]
Meter Site Testing Video Series
The challenge was simple: Can we create a Meter Site Testing Video Series of 5-minute videos that show meter technicians how to wire up a variety of meter forms for site testing? Well, no. We couldn't. But we came close! How about 7-minute … [Read more...]