When discussing the differences between AC/DC panel meter and AC/DC din rail multifunctional meter, we mainly focus on their installation methods, application scenarios, and functional characteristics. Here is a detailed explanation of the differences between them:
1. Installation method:
AC/DC panel meter:
Usually designed for installation on the surface of control What is the difference between AC/DC panel meter and AC/DC dinrail multifunctional meterpanels or distribution cabinets.
It is necessary to make holes and embed the instrument into the panel for installation using screws or other fixing methods.
This installation method is suitable for control panels that require centralized display of measurement data.a
AC/DC din rail multifunctional meter:
Designed for installation on standard din rails.
Din rail is a standard installation system widely used in electrical control cabinets.
This installation method is convenient for quick installation and disassembly, and is suitable for modular installation and space limited situations.
2. Application scenarios:
AC/DC panel meter:
Commonly used in situations that require intuitive display of measurement data, such as industrial control panels, distribution cabinets, testing equipment, etc.
Suitable for situations that require real-time monitoring and manual operation.
AC/DC din rail multifunctional meter:
Commonly used in situations that require centralized monitoring and remote control, such as smart buildings, industrial automation, intelligent power distribution, etc.
Suitable for situations that require integration into automation control systems.
3. Functional features:
AC/DC panel meter:
The function is relatively simple and is usually used to display basic parameters such as voltage, current, and power.
Focusing on local display, it usually does not have complex communication functions.
AC/DC din rail multifunctional meter:
More functional, in addition to basic measurement functions, it may also have functions such as energy metering, harmonic analysis, and communication interfaces (such as RS485, Modbus).
Focusing on data collection and remote communication, it is easy to integrate into automation control systems.
Summary:
Panel meters focus on local display and manual operation, suitable for control panels and other occasions.
din rail multifunctional meters focus on data acquisition and remote communication, and is suitable for applications such as automation control systems.
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