MONNIT 500 Amp Wireless AC Current Monitoring Sensor
MONNIT 500 Amp Wireless AC Current Monitoring Sensor is a wireless current monitoring sensor designed to measure high electrical loads on AC systems. The MNS2-4-W2-CM-500 uses a current transformer to monitor current without requiring direct connection to the monitored circuit. With 433 MHz wireless communication and standard AA battery power, it is suited to remote monitoring of high-power equipment, machinery, generators and electrical panels. It can help businesses track current usage and identify changes in equipment operation.
The MONNIT 500 Amp Wireless AC Current Monitoring Sensor is designed for remote monitoring of high-current AC electrical systems. It is intended for applications where current consumption needs to be observed without installing a conventional wired current monitoring device.
The sensor is supplied with wireless sensor mounting hardware and two AA batteries. The manufacturer's page identifies the unit as an ALTA 433 MHz model with a standard AA power configuration and Monnit Standard AA enclosure.
How it works
- The current transformer is positioned around a single AC conductor being monitored.
- The transformer detects the current flowing through the conductor without requiring the sensor to be directly wired into the monitored circuit.
- The sensor wirelessly communicates the measured current data through the Monnit ALTA wireless network.
- Monnit's AC current meter system can provide current usage information and support monitoring through its software platform.
Important: Monnit states that this AC Current Meter is for monitoring AC voltage only and should not be used with DC voltage.
Why choose this product
The MNS2-4-W2-CM-500 is suitable when high-current AC equipment needs to be monitored remotely rather than checked manually. Its wireless design can reduce the need for additional signal wiring between the current sensor and monitoring system.
The AA battery configuration also makes it appropriate for installations where standard battery-powered sensor operation is preferred. The manufacturer's product page specifically lists the Asia-Pacific and Australia regions as using the 433 MHz frequency.
Benefits
- Enables remote monitoring of high-current AC systems.
- Measures current without requiring a direct electrical connection to the monitored conductor.
- Wireless communication can simplify sensor deployment where additional signal cabling is undesirable.
- Helps operators observe changes in electrical current that may indicate changes in equipment operation.
- Suitable for monitoring high-power machinery and electrical systems.