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Understanding Socket Recorder Form Factors

There are a large combination of meter forms for single and poly-phase socket recorders. Understanding the different form factors can be challenging when choosing a meter base specific socket recorder.…

Identifying Sources of Voltage Sag

In this white paper methods for determining sources of voltage sag are discussed, as well as some example files that have identifiable sources of voltage sag. When placing a recorder…

Measuring Demand with ProVision

Most of PMI's power quality analyzers have the ability to measure Power. Depending on the model and options, it is often possible to measure to kW, kWh, kVAR, and VA.…

ProVision Settings for Wireless Communications

This white paper describes the proper communication settings for wireless PMI Recorders using ProVision software. PMI offers many different recorders for capturing disturbing and expensive PQ events. With the many…

Hookup Diagrams for Common Mode Input

This white paper describes the proper hookup connections for common mode input style PMI power analyzers. PMI offers the ability to monitor with two styles of voltage input connections to…

Flicker Standards Used By PMI Recorders

This white paper reviews Flicker theory and details the Flicker Standards that are used by PMI recorders. Most PMI recorders have the ability to measure Flicker. Many models and options…

Sign Convention for Power Measurements

This white paper describes the sign convention used to represent Power data in PMI Recorders. Most of our recorders offer the ability to record Real Power (W), Reactive Power (VAR),…

ProVision Settings for Wired Communications

This white paper describes the proper ProVision settings for wired communications with PMI Recorders. PMI offers many different communication options to satisfy the needs of the industry. With many power…