Installing a heat pump powered by a photovoltaic installation is a reliable and proven way to reduce electricity bills and improve air quality. For many investors, it is also important that they contribute to slowing down climate change. However, the electricity consumption of the heat pump can be reduced even further. To make this possible, however, it is necessary to constantly monitor and analyze energy consumption. The FOX ENERGY 3 energy monitor will greatly help you with this task.
FOX Energy 3 wireless electricity consumption monitor
FOX Wi-MEF-3 is a network parameters monitor. The device can operate single- or three-phase networks and offers double-sided operation and 4-quadrant functionality. The only requirement to use the system is access to Wi-Fi and the Internet. Energy consumption is measured using three compact current transformers. Thanks to its small size, Wi-MEF-3 will fit even in a small switchboard, and its installation does not require tedious disconnection of cables. Installation will be even easier thanks to the fact that the transformers have an opening core.
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How to pay less for electricity?
In many cases, the energy produced by the photovoltaic installation is insufficient to meet the demand of the pump and other devices operating on a given farm. It is then necessary to draw electricity from the network. Fortunately, the costs associated with its purchase can be significantly reduced. The most effective way is to select a favorable tariff and adjust the operation of the pump and the entire installation to its specificity. By planning the highest energy consumption during the hours when it is cheapest, we can reduce expenses by up to several dozen percent.
Adjusting the operation of energy receivers requires obtaining data on energy consumption and thorough analysis. Without dedicated solutions, this is a difficult and time-consuming task. Therefore, it is worth using the FOX ENERGY 3 energy monitor . It offers its users a wide range of functions - primarily:
monitoring energy consumption and recording results. Measurements may concern both produced and consumed electricity;
analysis of electricity consumption on a daily, monthly and annual basis;
forecasting energy consumption in a given billing period (also in terms of available tariffs);
monitoring the most important parameters of the electrical network: power, voltage, current. The system also offers the ability to save results;
export of measurement results to files in the selected format (csv and excel);
share results in real time thanks to the RestAPI interface.
Electricity monitoring
WI-MEF-3 is an ideal solution for home owners looking for a way to effectively monitor energy consumption. If you already have or are planning to install a photovoltaic system, thanks to the device and the entire FOX system you will gain benefits such as:
intuitive operation;
access to cutting-edge solutions such as timers, integration with Google calendar and astronomical functions;
the highest level of security;
protection in the event of Wi-Fi network failure thanks to direct Bluetooth connection;
modular structure and the ability to expand functionality;
a wide selection of control methods (e.g. using voice, manual buttons placed on the wall, mobile application or F&F cloud);
compatibility with many devices and systems - e.g. lighting, power sockets, household appliances and electronics, blinds and roller shutters, gates, etc.
FOX app
The Fox Energy system is distinguished by, among other things, the function of selecting the main tariff for settling energy consumption and conducting a detailed analysis with simulation. Thanks to it, the user can assess what bills he would pay after switching to a different tariff. This gives you the opportunity to reduce electricity costs and adjust the tariff to your lifestyle and energy consumption during the day. Importantly, all measurement data is saved on servers in Poland. The user can access them at any time using the free mobile application for Android and iOS or the website supported by any browser.