Three Phase Electricity Meters

In South Africa, our buildings are powered by the dynamic force of either three-phase or single-phase electricity. Three-phase electricity, connected at 400 or 415 volts through three active wires or phases and one neutral, empowers industrial and large commercial environments, making it possible to operate powerful appliances. Interestingly, many residential households from earlier times also embraced this vibrant technology. Your electrician can help you choose the correct meter for your needs.

This system allows for the seamless operation of multiple appliances across different phases without you even noticing. Picture this: when you switch on the kettle, the meter registers at rate A. With the stove on, it’s rate B. They combine effortlessly, and the meter runs at a harmonious rate of A + B.

This is the beauty of load balancing in industrial settings, where the current flows evenly, creating a balanced energy landscape. It is not about one phase overpowering another; it’s about collective synergy. The three-phase electricity meter captures each phase’s energy consumption and accumulates it comprehensively. The readings are then summed up for billing so you can appreciate the energy you’ve embraced.