Why Choose the ABB EPX-METER400MID-TP 400A Three-Phase MID Metering Kit?
The ABB EPX-METER400MID-TP is a dedicated 400 A three-phase outgoing energy metering kit for the ABB Protecta Power low-voltage electrical distribution system. Designed for monitoring electrical energy consumption on compatible 400 A outgoing circuits, this kit incorporates ABB M4M metering technology with MID-approved measurement, Modbus communication and pulse output functionality.
As part of the ABB Protecta Power Enclosures accessory range, the EPX-METER400MID-TP provides electrical contractors and panel builders with a coordinated solution for incorporating energy measurement into distribution board assemblies. It supports circuit-level monitoring, energy management and electrical consumption analysis in commercial and industrial installations where three-phase power distribution is used.
The kit includes an ABB M4M meter, fixing brackets, current transformer (CT) equipment and terminals. It is designed for installation in a compatible Protecta Power side extension enclosure with metering provision, which must be ordered separately. Identified by ABB order code 1TVS151800S3348, the EPX-METER400MID-TP provides a manufacturer-specified metering arrangement for professional low-voltage distribution applications.
Key Advantages
- 400 A outgoing circuit metering: Designed for energy monitoring on compatible three-phase 400 A distribution circuits.
- MID-approved energy measurement: Incorporates an ABB M4M metering configuration with MID approval for applications requiring approved energy measurement.
- Three-phase monitoring: Supports electrical consumption measurement across three-phase distribution circuits.
- Modbus communication: Enables connection to compatible building management systems, energy monitoring platforms and supervisory equipment.
- Pulse output functionality: Provides an additional interface for transferring energy consumption information to suitable monitoring devices.
- Current transformer measurement: Uses CT-based current measurement for monitoring higher-current electrical circuits.
- Coordinated kit contents: Supplied with an M4M meter, fixing brackets, CT equipment and terminals.
- Protecta Power integration: Designed for compatible ABB Protecta Power distribution board side extension arrangements.
- Improved energy visibility: Helps facilities teams monitor electrical usage and identify changes in consumption.
- Professional installation solution: Reduces the need to specify unrelated metering components individually.
Key Features
- ABB Protecta Power outgoing metering kit.
- EPX-METER400MID-TP product designation.
- 400 A outgoing circuit application.
- Three-phase electrical energy measurement configuration.
- ABB M4M multifunction energy meter.
- MID-approved metering arrangement.
- Modbus communication capability.
- Pulse output for compatible energy monitoring equipment.
- Current transformer-based measurement system.
- ABB M4M meter included in the kit.
- Meter fixing brackets included.
- Current transformer equipment and terminals included.
- Designed for installation within a compatible metering side extension enclosure.
- Supports outgoing feeder energy monitoring and electrical consumption reporting.
- Suitable for integration with compatible energy management infrastructure.
- Part of the ABB Protecta Power modular metering accessory range.
Reliable Three-Phase Energy Monitoring for 400A Distribution Circuits
Electrical energy monitoring is an important part of modern commercial and industrial power distribution. By measuring the energy consumed by individual outgoing circuits, building operators and facilities managers can gain a clearer understanding of electrical demand, operational performance and consumption patterns across their installations.
The ABB EPX-METER400MID-TP provides a coordinated metering solution for 400 A three-phase outgoing circuits within compatible Protecta Power distribution assemblies. Its ABB M4M meter works with the supplied current transformer equipment to support indirect current measurement, allowing the metering arrangement to monitor higher-current circuits without passing the full load current directly through the meter.
The kit's MID-approved configuration is particularly relevant where electrical energy measurement must satisfy applicable metrological requirements. MID approval supports the use of appropriately installed and configured meters in regulated measurement applications; suitability for a particular billing or cost-allocation arrangement must still be assessed against the relevant regulatory requirements.
Modbus communication allows the meter to exchange measurement information with compatible monitoring and management systems. The additional pulse output can be used with suitable pulse-counting equipment, helping integrate electrical consumption data into energy reporting and monitoring arrangements.
For correct operation, the EPX-METER400MID-TP must be installed in a compatible ABB Protecta Power side extension enclosure with metering provision. The metering assembly must be connected and commissioned in accordance with ABB instructions, including verification of current transformer polarity, CT ratio settings, voltage connections and communication configuration.
The kit provides electrical measurement functionality rather than circuit protection or switching. Suitable circuit breakers, isolation equipment and protective devices must be specified separately according to the electrical distribution design.
Typical Applications
- ABB Protecta Power 400 A outgoing circuit energy monitoring.
- Three-phase commercial electrical distribution systems.
- Industrial distribution boards and electrical switchgear assemblies.
- Manufacturing plant feeder monitoring.
- Commercial building energy management systems.
- Electrical consumption monitoring for individual distribution circuits.
- Facilities management and operational energy reporting.
- Building management system integration using Modbus communication.
- Electrical energy data collection using pulse output interfaces.
- Warehouses, logistics facilities and industrial production sites.
- Electrical panel building projects requiring MID-approved metering.
- Compatible Protecta Power distribution board upgrades incorporating metering side extensions.
