Recorders connected in ProVision have two primary modes: Standby mode and Ready mode. Each of these modes has a distinct purpose, and some recorder operations in ProVision require the recorder…
Three-Phase Motor Start Causes Voltage Dips
In many cases when a local utility customer complains of voltage problems, it can often be traced back to a neighboring electrical load change that has caused voltage dips on…
Understanding IEEE Flicker, IFL, Pst, Plt
This white paper covers and explains three of IEEE's most common Flicker definitions: IFL, Pst and Plt. The GE Flicker Curve and how other measurements standards compare to the GE…
Measuring Frequency with PMI Recorders
Line frequency is the most tightly controlled parameter in the electrical distribution system. Since almost all generation in a region is connected essentially in parallel, the frequency is inherently synchronized…
THD-F vs THD-R
There are two typical definitions used when dealing with Total Harmonic Distortion. The two types of Total Harmonic Distortion are THD-F and THD-R. They both are figures of merit used…
Faulty Capacitor Bank Switching
Abstract Troubleshooting electrical power and equipment failure incidents is not unlike a crime scene investigation that establishes not only collateral damage, but also attempts to determine, using investigative techniques and…
Harmonics from Periodic Waveform Capture
Harmonics are usually recorded as interval (stripchart) data in PMI recorders. Each desired harmonic is recorded as a min/ave/max stripchart trace, for each desired voltage and current channel. Although this…
Flex CT Overview
This white paper describes what a Flex CT is, how it works, and a brief history on its development. Details are given on how to use the Flex CT to…
Transient Capture with the Vision and Revolution
Capture high-speed, high-voltage transients with the Revolution and Vision, using the optional transient capture system. Transient capture uses 1 MHz sampling for voltage, giving a 1 microsecond sample window, and…
Application of the GE Flicker Curve
This an overview of what the GE Flicker Curve is, how, why and when it was developed, and who developed it. Also, this paper covers some of the more useful…
Comparison of Eagle 440 and Revolution PQ Analyzers
PMI manufactures several stand-alone power quality analyzers that are designed to fit in tight enclosures and wirelessly transmit recorded data. This paper outlines the differences between two of those devices,…
Guardian vs iVS 2SXplus Form and Function
PMI manufactures a number of units that are designed specifically to monitor incoming power at the revenue meter base. This paper will focus specifically on the Guardian and iVS-2SX+ meter…
