Power monitoring devices help to determine whether a power conditioning device is needed.
Power line disturbance analyzers can detect and record most types of power supply problems. These instruments provide a continuous record of line performance by analyzing and printing out information on three types of voltage disturbances:
- Slow average
- Sag and surge
- Transient
In the first two cases, the duration as well as the amplitude of the disturbance is indicated by time interval recording.
The power line must be monitored continuously for seven consecutive days, 24 hours a day. If the inspection of the printout indicates disturbances, terminate the test and take corrective action. Then, the power should be monitored again as described above.
You can rent line monitors from electrical equipment suppliers. If necessary, your local Thermo Fisher Scientific representative can assist in the interpretation of the results and recommend appropriate corrective measures.