kill a watt device for more than 15A?

k-vette · 02-29-12, 12:34 PM

Any know of a device like the kill a watt that can measure more than 15A? My father has some large machines he needs to keep track of. Its a standard outlet, but draws more than 15A. Price shouldn't be too much of an issue.

Xringer · 02-29-12, 02:47 PM

Have you seen these?

Watts Up Pro Product Review - YouTube

https://www.wattsupmeters.com/secure...wai=265&spec=4

"Specifications

120 v, 60 Hz, 15 amps

Higher ratings of 100-250v, 50/60Hz, and 15 amps require the universal outlet (UO) version. The electronics in the meter are capable of 20 amps but the cord and receptacle have different ratings. Verify the rating on the cordset you are purchasing."

What's the actual power required by the load??

It seems like these meters will do 20A, but that's 2.4 KW and your wiring
and outlet might get a bit warm and toasty..

My breaker box has a bunch of 15A breakers.

OffGridKindaGuy · 02-29-12, 08:15 PM

Wire two Kill-a-Watt units in parallel and you'll have a 30 amp unit..

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k-vette Lurking Renovator Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Applegate Posts: 8 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	kill a watt device for more than 15A? Any know of a device like the kill a watt that can measure more than 15A? My father has some large machines he needs to keep track of. Its a standard outlet, but draws more than 15A. Price shouldn't be too much of an issue.

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Xringer Lex Parsimoniae Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Woburn, MA Posts: 4,918 Thanks: 114 Thanked 250 Times in 230 Posts	Watts up? Have you seen these? Watts Up Pro Product Review - YouTube https://www.wattsupmeters.com/secure...wai=265&spec=4 "Specifications 120 v, 60 Hz, 15 amps Higher ratings of 100-250v, 50/60Hz, and 15 amps require the universal outlet (UO) version. The electronics in the meter are capable of 20 amps but the cord and receptacle have different ratings. Verify the rating on the cordset you are purchasing." What's the actual power required by the load?? It seems like these meters will do 20A, but that's 2.4 KW and your wiring and outlet might get a bit warm and toasty.. My breaker box has a bunch of 15A breakers. __________________ My hobby is installing & trying to repair mini-splits EPA 608 Type 1 Technician Certification ~ 5 lbs or less..

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OffGridKindaGuy Hi-Tech Hillbilly Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Ohio Posts: 97 Thanks: 1 Thanked 16 Times in 15 Posts	Wire two Kill-a-Watt units in parallel and you'll have a 30 amp unit.. __________________ If it don't, I'll always think it shoulda..