Energy and Power Monitor

Specially developed to monitor and compare electricity usage of various appliances, the energy and power monitor can be used safely in the classroom and requires no extra connectors or installation procedures.

You can

• Show the cost of electricity consumption in $ per kWh

• Display line voltage, current and power

• Set an alarm to identify high current loads

• Display date and time

The energy and power monitor kit is ideal for demonstrating the impact that electrical appliances have on the environment and the household budget.    For example:

• Carry out a survey of the various electrical appliances in your classroom and compare them.

• Compare different examples of the same type of appliance.  Which electric jug uses more electricity to boil a litre of water?

• Calculate the financial cost of running various appliances like a steam iron, a hair dryer or a portable flood light.

• Introduce and explain aspects of electricity such as potential (voltage), current (amps), and power (watts).

• Relate the use of electricity to the greenhouse effect by discussing how fossil fuel power stations (eg coal) release carbon dioxide.

Specifications:

• Measurable current = 0.02 - 10A

• Power range = 0 - 2,760 W

• Energy display = 0.0 - 9,999.9 kWh

• Batteries = 2 x 1.5V AG13/LR44  (note, batteries are included and are required for display when not connected to a power point)