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   3 Phase Power Analyzer: Lutron DW-6092 logs to an SD flash card. With Current clamps 20/200/1200 amps.

If you don't need data logging, but need to measure AC mains power, see
   Power-Mate  Watts - Volts - Amps,   Cost Hr - Qtr, - Yr     
       Energy     Greenhouse-Gas generation - Run Time


Overview of Dent Instruments

Measure, Analyze, Log, and Present data.
Capture the data and with the software turn it into meaningful information.
Some loggers will allow you to communicate with them via
the Internet, through existing LAN systems, over land or cellular phone lines, and even through a wireless protocol.    zwh

Most of the instruments are capable of many different functions, and some can be ordered with different inputs for very specific purposes.

The Line Powered feature is now standard with all ElitePro loggers sold in Australia.

  SmartLoggers Time of Use             DATApro™ 4 Ch Multi-Purpose Recording Meter   

  ELITEpro™ Recording Poly-Phase Power Meter             Software: SMARTware

  Appliance Tester with Leakage Current Test Seaward


SMARTloggers™   TOU  Time-of-Use Monitors

Easy energy performance data for baseline studies, savings analyses, and operating schedules.  zwh

The SMARTloggers are all single channel, on-off status data loggers,
suitable for measuring power use in equipment with constant load, such as heaters, etc..

TOU (Time of Use)-
CONTACTlogger:
input: contact closure 
LIGHTINGlogger
™ monitors lighting usage.
               Put the LIGHTINGlogger in a light fixture or a room and hit “reset”.
MAGlogger™ monitors on/off magnetic fields of electric motors, etc.
CTlogger™ comes with a clamp on current transformer (CT) for circuit isolation.

    TOU Time-Of-Use Logger Brochure (.pdf)

Manage Your Usage
Some energy usage questions are deceptively simple.
“When do the lights come on?” or “What’s the total run time of this motor this month?”
But even simple questions can have answers that add up to significant dollars, and that’s why it makes sense to take stock of energy usage.
The SMARTlogger™ series of instruments are designed to address the top reasons that monitoring is sometimes skipped – price and complexity.
SMARTloggers are inexpensive, and require no connections.

Inputs: depends on the particular model: Internal sensors or current transformer (CT logger)
Display: 2 digit LCD (“on” when sensing, blank when off)
Time Stamps: Month, day, year, hour, minute and second.
Resolution: One second
Data Analysis: Statistics, summaries, graphs and export ability
Memory: 8,192 records, ring memory
Communications: RS-232 using the SMARTlogger communication cable
Sensitivity: LIGHTINGlogger – adjustable;   MAGlogger – 40 mGauss min.,  
                    CTlogger – 0.25 amp min.  The "Off" threshold may be set, to allow for, e.g. "always on" heater elements in air conditioners.
Real Time Clock: Crystal controlled, true calendar, 20 ppm accuracy (<1 min/month)
Battery Life: up to 10 years
Operating Temp: 0 to 60 °C (32 to 140 °F)
Operating Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Dimensions: 2.5 x 5 x 10 cm (1” x 2” x 4”)
Weight: 110 gm (4 ounces)

All the SMARTloggers™ have a 10-year battery, and are so simple to install and use that there isn’t even an on/off switch.
The LIGHTINGlogger™ and the MAGlogger™ have no physical connection, using their built-in sensors to monitor loads.
The CTlogger™ is designed for monitoring individual wires; e.g. those in a breaker cabinet.

Battery backed memory retains the data so that it may be downloaded and analyzed in your PC later using the SMARTware™ software.

Mounting: Magnetic strips or Velcro®
Warranty: One year            zwh

SMARTloggers: Time of Use Logger:    

3G-TOU-L Lighting logger: you can adjust the background lighting level to trigger On/Off.

3G-TOU-L Lighting logger: $292+GST availability: a couple of days      3/07

SmartWare2006 software package including manual & USB coms cable: $249+GST      3/07

TOU-CONTACT: including input: contact closure        $410+GST     These prices need to be checked.
TOU-CTlogger: including Current Transformer, small current 0.25A to 150A   $662+GST
TOU-CTlogger: including Current Transformer, large current             to 500A  $1191+GST
TOU-MAGlogger: including Magnetic sensor determines ON time of motors, etc    $393+GST


Software: SMARTware™

All SMARTloggers use SMARTware™ software that makes it easy to analyze and visually present monitored data.
SMARTware has a variety of pre-programmed analyses and graphs, and can also export the data to popular spreadsheets and databases such as Excel® and Access®.

Some of the pre-programmed graphs include kWh calculations, rate schedule graphs and summaries, load profile graphs, summary statistics and time series analysis.

 

 


DATApro™  4 Ch Multi-Purpose Recording Meter   (Data Pro)

Count pulses, or measure temperature,
control & process signals, AC current and much more.    zwh

The DATApro is our most flexible instrument, with 4 channel's of inputs capable of measuring virtually any utility -- gas, water, electric, steam, HVAC, compressed air, solid or liquid waste. Accepts pulses or inputs such as 4-20 mA, 0-10VDC, temperature, or AC current.

Integrates with ELOG windows-based software for graphical analysis and remote data collection.
(more details, photos, and specifications)

Technical Specifications:
Inputs: 4 channels of AC current, DC voltage, DC milliamps, pulse count, or temperature
Measurements Min, Max, Average, Total , True RMS (current only).
Frequency 10 Hz (pulse) and 50 or 60 Hz (current)
Accuracy <1% of reading, exclusive of sensor accuracy
Baud Rate Up to 57,600 (direct) or 14,400 (modem)
Resolution Better than .1% FS for all parameters; 12 bit A/D (1 part in 4,096)
Memory 128kB (25,000 readings) or 512kB (100,000 readings)
Sampling Frequency 7.68 kHz (128 points per current waveform) or 10 Hz, interrupt driven
Recording Intervals 3, 15, 30 seconds; 1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 20, 30 minutes and 1, 12, 24 hrs.
Real Time Clock: Crystal controlled, true calendar, 20 ppm accuracy (<1 min/month)
SWITCHABLE POWER . . . battery or external power providing options in varying installations applications.
Battery Life 3 years @ 1 min. sampling,
LED indicator of low battery
Operating Temp -7 to 60 °C (20 to 140 °F)
Operating Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing
Dimensions 8 x 15 x 6 cm (3.2” x 5.9” x 2.4”)   Weight 340 gm (12 ounces)
Available in weather tight enclosure to meet stringent NEMA 4 applications.
UL Listed for U.S.A., Mexico & Canada and CE compliant for Europe.

WINDOW'S BASED SOFTWARE . . . ELOG™ software for ease of programming, set-up, communicating, data retrieval and analysis.
Various analysis and graphing features, and easy exporting to any ASCII format data file like EXCEL.
The ELOG™ software is used to program the instrument, display metered values, retrieve and analyze the data. The Windows™ software graphically displays recorded data, performs analyses and allows automatic, remote data collection. Data is also easily exported to popular spreadsheets and databases for special analyses.
Alarm capability to detect and graphically notify the user once predetermined high or low points are meet within any measurement parameter.

DATApro™ Models         DataPro Brochure: click here (.pdf file)

4V - 4 Voltage channels (0-10Vdc)
4C - 4 Current channels   
4P - 4 Pulse channels    
4T - 4 Temperature channels    
1T/3P - 1 Temperature and 3 Pulse channels
2T/2P - 2 Temperature and 2 Pulse channels
4M - 4 Milliamp channels (4-20mA and 0-25mA)

Available CTs Current Transformers:
SC - Split Core - small (5 - 150 amp),   medium (70 - 600 amp),   large (600 - 1000 amp)
SH - Split Core, High Accuracy (5 amp only)
CO - Clamp-On (150 - 1000 amp)
FLEX-3000 - Flexible cable (300/3000 amp dual range)   

Each Split Core is available in sizes:
- small opening (19mm[3/4"]) (High Accuracy model is 10mm [.4"])
- medium opening (32mm[1 1/4"])
- large opening (51mm[2"])


ELITEpro™ Recording Poly-Phase Power Meter     (Elite Pro)

Measure, log and analyze electrical loads to manage energy usage.         zwh

The ELITEpro is a recording poly phase energy meter.
Capable of measuring up to four single-phase loads or two three-phase Delta loads, or one three-phase Wye load.
Ideal for allocating electrical costs by sub-metering process lines, departments, tenant spaces, or entire buildings.

Includes 4-channels of current (0-6000 amps) and three channels of voltage (0-600V ac or dc). Will measure, store and report; kWh, current, voltage, amps, watts, volt-amps, volt-amps-reactive, and power factor. It will calculate harmonics from DC through the 63rd then report total harmonic distortion (THD), crest factor and peak voltage & current. Communicate via direct serial port, internal telephone modem or via wired or wireless LAN systems.

Prepare baseline studies to identify energy usage and consumption - 'when and where',
Institute management protocols for conserving energy based on data,
Measure performance to verify results toward reduced operating costs,
Integrates with ELOG windows-based software for graphical analysis and remote data collection.

   ElitePro Data Sheet: click here   (.pdf file)

   ElitePro Performance Update Sheet (.pdf file) about Line Power Supply (now standard with all ElitePro loggers sold in Australia.)

   Notes on line powering the ELITEpro

When connected to a computer, a keystroke initiates the capture of one mains cycle: Amps, Volts & KW of one phase.
This is then analysed up to the 63rd harmonic.

Available with 128KB or 512KB memory:    

The Line Powered feature is now standard with all ElitePro loggers sold in Australia.

   Notes about data storage: click here

   Price includes Logger, ELOG software, coms cable, high voltage leads, Hi volt alligator clips, instruction manual

ElitePro 128K Energy Logger Package $2405+GST     11/07
typical use: 15m integration period sampling, 3phase individual phase Amps, Volts, PF & total KW (without max/min) for 31 days

ElitePro 512K Energy Logger Package $2918+GST     11/07

These also require current transformers

Current Transformers

The following are normally available in a couple of days.

   Selecting a current transformer (pdf, aemc site)

Dent Instruments Current Transformer Pricing

   Brochure on Dent Current Transformers (.pdf file, opens in new tab or window)

Split core Current Transformers for fixed installation  (look like C I):

  3/4" square opening
Model CT-SCS-005A (small) split core current transformer 5 amp $ 125.00 ea. +GST    1/10
Model CT-SCS-015A (small) split core current transformer 15 amp $ 125.00 ea. +GST
Model CT-SCS-050A (small) split core current transformer 50 amp $ 125.00 ea. +GST
Model CT-SCS-100A (small) split core current transformer 100 amp $ 125.00 ea. +GST

 1.25" square opening
Model CT-SCM-100A (medium) split core current transformer 100 amp $ 155.00 ea. +GST
Model CT-SCM-200A (medium) split core current transformer 200 amp $ 155.00 ea. +GST
Model CT-SCM-400A (medium) split core current transformer 400 amp $ 155.00 ea. +GST
Model CT-SCM-600A (medium) split core current transformer 600 amp $ 155.00 ea. +GST

 2" square opening
Model CT-SCL-600A (large) split core current transformer 600 amp $ 195.00 ea. +GST
Model CT-SCL-800A (large) split core current transformer 800 amp $ 195.00 ea. +GST

High accuracy split core suitable for secondary current monitoring
Model CT-SHS-005A high accuracy split core transformer 5 amps $ 295.00 ea. +GST
Model CT-SHS-015A high accuracy split core transformer 15 amps $ 295.00 ea. +GST

Clamp-on handheld tongs with spring
Model CT-CON-0150A clamp-on current transformer 150 amps $ 332.00 ea. +GST
Model CT-CON-0500A clamp-on current transformer 500 amps $ 395.00 ea. +GST
Model CT-CON-1000A clamp-on current transformer 1000 amps $ 485.00 ea. +GST
   Output 1 to 333mVAC,   1Class 1, 1% accuracy

Flexible Current Transformers 91cm length

Model CT-FLN-3000A flexible Rowgoski dual range current transformer 300/3000 amps $ 860.00 ea. +GST
Model CT-FLN-6000A flexible Rowgoski dual range current transformer 600/6000 amps $ 1,035.00 ea. +GST
   Data on CT-FLN-3000A (.pdf)   These do not require external power.

RoCoil mV current transformers - Rogowski Coil
The DENT RoCoil mV™Flexible Current Transformers have been designed for
accurate measurement of AC current with a safe, millivolt output.
These require external power, see below for details.
       Data on RoCoil mV (.pdf, opens in new tab or window)

Rogowski Coil Current Transformers have no metal cores which make them extremely flexible and light weight.
Because they lack a metal core, Rogowski coils have very low phase shift error, can be used on very high currents, and are suitable for highly distorted AC waveforms.
These “rope” style CTs are designed to take measurements where standard current sensors cannot.

Model CT-RMV-16-1000 flexible RoCoil current transformer 1000 amps $ 345.00 ea. +GST    1/10
Model CT-RMV-24-2000 flexible RoCoil current transformer 2000 amps $ 395.00 ea. +GST
Model CT-RMV-36-3000 flexible RoCoil current transformer 3000 amps $ 515.00 ea. +GST
Model CT-RMV-72-6000 flexible RoCoil current transformer 6000 amps $ 685.00 ea. +GST

Also required:
Model CT-INTER-BOX interface box to connect RoCoils together $ 185.00 ea. +GST
These provide power to the RoCoil transformers above.
The ELITEpro's DC power output is only available when running in "line powered" mode.
To operate in "line powered" mode, the ELITEpro's voltage probes must be connected to a circuit (as per the .pdf sheet).
       Notes on line powering the ELITEpro

Otherwise a separate plug pack (5 to 24VDC out, 30mA max per coil) must be used to power the RoCoils.

    See also ACR SmartReader Plus 3    SRP3  (this site, opens new tab or window)

    See also Thermal Imaging Camera  (this site, opens new tab or window)


PLUGlogger ™  110V Power Meter/Analyzer - not for Australia

10 measurements including actual energy costs,
kWh, volts, amps, power draw and the ability to predict monthly and yearly costs.
For plug-in 110V electrical devices, there is no simpler way to answer the question, "How much is this device costing me?"
No wires to connect, simply plug into the outlet and plug the measured device into the PLUGlogger. Non-volatile flash memory retains kWh, energy cost (based upon local utility rates that you set) and total hours so the unit can be read on site or taken to a more convenient location.
Excellent for analyzing air conditioners, compressors, refrigerators, lights, computers, copiers, printers or any 110V device in business or the home.

  See Power-Mate, the equivalent product that is for Australia


Seaward PAC3760:
Handheld Portable Appliance Tester with Leakage Current Test

Leakage current testing of appliances with an electronic switch is required by AS/NZS3760:2003.  
Otherwise you could pass an appliance with a fault beyond the switch.      dln

Portable appliance testers with leakage current test function have previously been priced from around $2,000 upwards.

With the unit's unique 3 push button operation, auto sensing of leads and auto detection that the appliance is switched "On",
the PAC3760 is the most up-to-date and affordably priced tester on the market.

PAC3760 Handheld Portable Appliance Tester with Leakage Current Test: $949+GST


The Nudl   "Narrow Universal Data Logger"

The Nudl is a revolutionary data logger that effectively combines the capabilities of a traditional data logger, a basic PLC, an SMS alarm sender and a time clock all built into a single unit.     dsl

The Nudl is ideal for a multitude of data logging, alarm and control applications.
It is ideal for applications where remote access to data or alarms is required applications to which the unit has already been applied include:

• Remote logging, alarm and control of lighting systems
• Remote metering
• Environmental data logging

Nudl is available as a bare board (plus expansion board), while the
Slim Nudl, which is based on the basic Nudl board, comes complete in a weatherproof enclosure designed to be able to fit in a 50mm ID bore hole for environmental monitoring applications auch as water level, ph, temperature, flow and soil moisture monitoring.

Some of the potential applications to which the unit may be a applied and the likely benefits of using the device are outlined below:

Automatic meter reading - reduction in meter reading costs
Remote data logging - reduction in data retreival costs and access to alarms and status 24 hours a day.             View demonstration here
Operation of lighting or other appliances - remote alarm, control and programming functions can reduce site costs and logging of conditions can aid in troubleshooting and ongoing R&D activities

The Nudl

The Nudl is available as a bare board for mounting in an enclosure by others. The unit includes features such as:

• 12 bit accuracy
• 4 analogue inputs
• 1 digital output
• Remote re-programming
• Remote access to data
• SMS alarm and status messaging
• A full calendar with scheduling functions
• Logic functions
• Delay functions and more...

An optional plug in expansion board is available which provides the following features:

• 4 additional analogue inputs
• 2 + 3 digital outputs, 2 are fixed as outputs while the remaining 3 can be either digital outputs or digital inputs.
• A GPS input.

The software to operate the unit is designed to work with the unit either through a direct connection via an RS232 cable or via a modem connection.

View slide show of screen shots...

For complete details on the capabilities of the Nudl Software please contact us .

Nudl "Narrow Universal Data Logger
Download Nudl Brochure                                                                Nudl Expansion Board

The Slim Nudl - Environmental Data Logger

The Slim Nudl is an 8 channel data logger based on the Nudl, which is enclosed in a tubular weatherproof enclosure complete with IP67 sensor and communications connectors, and an integral 10.4V battery pack. The unit is ideal for a multitude of environmental data logging applications including:

• Water level logging in bore holes, tanks and streams
• Monitoring air, water or other flow rates
• Taking ambient, soil or other temperature readings
• Measuring soil moisture
• Logging events/contact closures such as from tipping bucket rain guages
• Taking ph and electrical conductivity readings and more...

The Slim Nudl includes the inbuilt modem control capabilities of the Nudl making it the ideal solution for remote applications where the cost of regular trips to the field to download devices can be overcome with the simple addition of a GSM, GPRS or CDMA modem.
The unit's features include:

12 bit accuracy
Variable logging rates
5 analogue inputs (plus one channel to monitor battery status)
2 digital inputs
1 digital output
Remotely re-programable & controllable
Remote access to data and alarms
SMS alarm, control and status messaging

Accessories include:

Logger Software and Rs232 interface cable
Mating IP67 connectors (cable and panel mount types)
Water level sensors with ETM Pacific's unique breathable sensor termination enclosure

Weatherproof GSM and GPRS modem kits with integral battery packs and 2m logger interface cable with IP67 connector
3 & 6 Way junction boxes for interface of multiple sensors with IP67 connectors
Sensor extension cables with IP67 connectors