Wifi current clamp meter

[johncooper0502]

Hi
Has anybody used these Wifi energy metering monitoring clamps before? How accurate are they? Are they easy to install? I like to monitor the power consumption of my heat pump.
Thanks

 

[binky]

Should be easy enough to install, although the WiFi unit will need to be mounted in an enclosure, otherwise you have exposed mains terminals. You might be better off with a battery powered unit to avoid any mains work. Accuracy will depend on the clamp, but should be reasonable. They normally mount on live feed wire, which can be easier said than done.

 

[Murdoch]

Could you add a proper 2nd meter between the CU and the heat pump?

 

[druid77]

Not used that particular one but have used a similar device from Shelly. (Has other functions which i don't use) Very easy to set up and has been monitoring my mains power use for close on to a year. Cumulative readings seem to tie up with the main meter readings so I assume its "live" readings are also reasonably accurate.

https://shellystore.co.uk/product/shelly-em-50a/