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Ammeter connection

#181555 10/15/08 11:43 PM

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Merlin

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I have a 0-75 Ammeter that I need to install. This meter is a direct connection meter that does not require a current transformer. I am not sure of the proper connection this way. I have always previously insatlled the ones with the CT. Can someone give me the right connection procedures. I want to make darn sure that i hook it up right. Thanks, Merlin

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Re: Ammeter connection

Merlin #181557 10/16/08 01:39 AM

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Does it have lugs big enough for 4ga wire?

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gfretwell #181558 10/16/08 06:35 AM

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If i remember right, it has 1/4-20 studs.

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Merlin #181561 10/16/08 09:48 AM

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A direct connected meter is installed in series with the load.

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JBD #181562 10/16/08 11:22 AM

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-----0-0------- Line 1 --------------load--]
shunt ^
--------------- Neutral or Line 2 ----load-]

Last edited by mikesh; 10/16/08 11:25 AM.

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mikesh #181566 10/16/08 11:49 AM

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JValdes

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Directly in series with the load. Take one leg of the load and connect it to the meter. Take the other supply leg and connect it to the meter.

Motor - Meter - Line. Example only

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JValdes #181579 10/16/08 06:08 PM

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Ok. I thought that was the case but didn't want to let the smoke out not being sure.

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Merlin #181587 10/17/08 03:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Merlin

I have a 0-75 Ammeter that I need to install. This meter is a direct connection meter that does not require a current transformer. I am not sure of the proper connection this way. I have always previously insatlled the ones with the CT. Can someone give me the right connection procedures. I want to make darn sure that i hook it up right. Thanks, Merlin

Also, bear in mind that the supply will need to be de-energised while this meter is installed, trying to do a job like this with the power still connected is just silly.