A power analyzer is a specialized instrument used to measure electrical power in various systems, including AC and DC circuits. It provides insights into power consumption, energy efficiency, and quality.
Types of power analyzers include single-phase, three-phase, portable, benchtop, digital, and power quality analyzers. Each type is suited for different applications and settings.
A power analyzer circuit consists of voltage and current sensing circuits, a signal processing unit, a microcontroller or digital processor, and a display unit to show the analysis results.
Power analyzers are used for energy efficiency analysis, power quality monitoring, R&D and testing, EV charging stations, manufacturing, renewable energy systems, consumer electronics testing, and grid monitoring.