PS12HD-C-D-N-D — PowerScout 12 HD Multi-Circuit Power Submeter
The Dent Instruments PS12HD-C-D-N-D is the PowerScout™ 12 HD, DENT's networked 12-channel, three-phase submeter. The PS12HD-C-D-N-D measures voltage, current, power, energy, and many other electrical parameters on any combination of single- and three-phase loads — up to 4 three-phase or 12 single-phase circuits — and can network with other PowerScout HD meters to cover multiple loads across a facility.
Looking ahead? The PowerScout FLEX 12 is DENT's next-generation replacement for the PowerScout HD — faster commissioning with FLEXPoint™, browser-based FLEXPoint™ GO, flexible Virtual Meters, and 7.2 kHz sampling.
See the PowerScout FLEX 12 →The PS12HD-C-D-N-D delivers revenue-grade performance with 1.8 kHz sampling, a 1-second update rate, and ANSI C12.20-2010 Class 0.2 accuracy (depending on CT). It communicates over Modbus (SunSpec IEEE-754) via RS-485 or Ethernet, includes four digital pulse inputs, and provides a 12 VDC auxiliary output. DENT's patented PhaseChek™ circuitry (U.S. Patent 7,612,552) confirms correct CT orientation during commissioning.
This model is DENTCloud™ enabled: connect the PS12HD-C-D-N-D to the internet and add it to your account on the subscription-free DENTCloud™ platform for real-time data visualization through customizable widgets and dashboards, with private API access and no data storage limits.
Built as a UL-Listed ABS enclosure, the PS12HD-C-D-N-D is delivered in the Enclosure (Case) with Display configuration with a high-voltage cover and is configured through ViewPoint HD PC software or a web browser. It operates as an endpoint reporting to a building management system, RTU, data acquisition device, or DENTCloud™ host.
Best for
- High-density tenant and accountability submetering — up to 12 circuits from one device
- Bi-directional metering and demand-response monitoring
- Real-time power monitoring of building mains and equipment loads
- Cloud dashboards and remote visibility through DENTCloud
- Projects requiring BAA / TAA compliant equipment
Key Features
DENTCloud™ Enabled
The PS12HD-C-D-N-D is DENTCloud™ enabled — connect it to the internet and add it to your subscription-free DENTCloud account for real-time dashboards, customizable widgets, private API access, and no data storage limits.
Revenue-Grade Accuracy + PhaseChek™
The PS12HD-C-D-N-D meets ANSI C12.20-2010 Class 0.2 revenue-grade accuracy (dependent on CT) with NIST-traceable calibration, and patented PhaseChek™ circuitry (U.S. Patent 7,612,552) flags mis-phased or backwards CTs during commissioning.
Modbus + DENTCloud + 4 Pulse Inputs
This meter communicates over Modbus (SunSpec IEEE-754) using RS-485 or Ethernet (Modbus RTU or Modbus TCP) while streaming data to DENTCloud simultaneously, and adds four digital pulse inputs for gas, water, or other meters. BACnet is not available on DENTCloud-enabled meters.
12 Channels, One Device
Meter up to 4 three-phase or 12 single-phase circuits across two voltage references from a single PS12HD-C-D-N-D, reducing hardware and panel space versus single-circuit meters.
ViewPoint HD Setup
Configure the PS12HD-C-D-N-D from ViewPoint HD or a web browser, scan the network to find and name every PowerScout HD meter, and pre-build configuration templates — even without the meter on hand — for fast, repeatable deployment.
Universal CT Compatibility
Use the PS12HD-C-D-N-D with DENT 333 mV Split Core or RōCoil™ (Rogowski) CTs, including revenue-grade options, measuring up to 4000 A depending on the CT selected.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | PS12HD-C-D-N-D |
|---|---|
| Model / Part Number | PS12HD-C-D-N-D |
| Series | PowerScout 12 HD (12-channel, 3-phase) |
| Channel Capacity | Up to 4 three-phase or 12 single-phase circuits |
| Service Type | Single Phase, Three Phase-Four Wire (WYE), Three Phase-Three Wire (Delta) |
| Power | From L1 Phase to L2 Phase. 90-600 VAC RMS, CAT III, 50/60 Hz, 500 mA AC Max |
| Auxiliary Power Out | Unregulated 12 VDC, 200 mA, self-resetting fuse (requires 100 VAC minimum input) |
| AC Protection | 0.5 A fuse, 200 kA interrupt capacity |
| Voltage Channels | 90-346 VAC Line-to-Neutral, 600 V Line-to-Line, CAT III |
| Current Channels | 12 channels, 0.525 VAC max, 333 mV CTs, 0-4000 A depending on CT |
| Maximum Current Input | 150% of CT rating (mV CTs) to maintain accuracy; up to 4000 A with RōCoil CTs |
| Pulse Inputs | 4 inputs, 3.3 V sourcing (current limited) to a dry-contact pulse output; max 10 Hz (50 ms min transition) |
| DENTCloud™ | Subscription-free cloud platform with real-time dashboards, customizable widgets, private API access, no data storage limits, and multi-meter accounts |
| Measurement Type | True RMS using high-speed DSP with continuous sampling |
| Accuracy | 0.2% — ANSI C12.20-2010 Class 0.2; NIST traceable calibration |
| Resolution | 32-bit IEEE-754 single-precision floating point |
| Line Frequency | 50/60 Hz (45-70 Hz measurable range); measured L1-N |
| Waveform Sampling | 1.8 kHz |
| Parameter Update Rate | 1.0 second |
| Measurements | Volts, Amps, kW, kVAR, kVA, aPF, dPF, kW demand, kVA demand, Import/Export/Net kWh, kVAh and kVARh, THD, Theta, Frequency — per phase and element total |
| Display | 4-line LCD with tri-color backlight |
| Communications Hardware | RS-485, Ethernet, and USB (USB for configuration only) |
| Supported Protocols | Modbus RTU or Modbus TCP (SunSpec IEEE-754); DENTCloud enabled. BACnet not available on DENTCloud-enabled models |
| Communication Rate | 9600 (default), 19200, 38400, 57600, 76800, 115200 baud |
| Max Communication Length | 1200 m at 100K bits/second or less |
| Alarm Output | Undervoltage (open collector, 30 VDC max) |
| Web Page Security | 2 levels of PIN protection (Read/Write or Read-Only) |
| Mounting | Panel mount / self-contained ABS enclosure with six 1 in EMT conduit connections |
| High-Voltage Cover | High-voltage cover, IP30 |
| Enclosure | ABS plastic, 94-V0 flammability rating; 1 in EMT conduit connections |
| Dimensions | 24.8 x 25.1 x 8.0 cm (9.8 x 9.8 x 3.1 in) |
| Wire Connections | 12-28 AWG, 600 VAC; voltage connection must be #14 AWG or larger and 600 VAC rated |
| Operating Temperature | -20 to 60 °C (-4 to 140 °F). At -20 °C the LCD may be difficult to read and supply voltage must exceed 100 VAC; colder temperatures require higher supply voltage |
| Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
| Certifications | UL Listed (E186827, UL 61010-1 3rd Ed.; CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1); CE (LVD EN61010-1, EMC EN61326-1); RoHS 2 (EN50581); ANSI C12.20 Class 0.2; Buy American Act (BAA) and TAA compliant |
| Configuration Software | ViewPoint HD (Windows 7 / 8 / 10 / 11) and web browser |
Specifications verified against the DENT Instruments PowerScout 12 HD datasheet, revision 02/28/2025. Manufacturer specifications are subject to change.
Documentation
- PDF PowerScout 12 HD Data Sheet
- PDF PowerScout HD Operator's Guide
- PDF Quick Start Guide
- PDF Commissioning Checklist
- PDF Declaration of Conformity
- PDF PowerScout to PS HD Migration Guide
- PDF DENTCloud Overview
Frequently Asked Questions
How many circuits can the PS12HD-C-D-N-D meter?
The PS12HD-C-D-N-D has 12 current channels and can meter up to 4 three-phase or 12 single-phase circuits, networked with other PowerScout HD meters to cover multiple loads across a facility.
What protocols does the PS12HD-C-D-N-D support?
This DENTCloud configuration communicates over Modbus RTU or Modbus TCP (SunSpec IEEE-754) via RS-485 or Ethernet, plus four digital pulse inputs; Modbus and DENTCloud run simultaneously. BACnet is not available on DENTCloud-enabled meters — for BACnet MS/TP or BACnet/IP applications, choose the standard PS12HD-C-D-N.
Which current transformers work with the PS12HD-C-D-N-D?
The PS12HD-C-D-N-D uses DENT 333 mV Split Core or RōCoil™ (Rogowski) CTs, including revenue-grade options, and measures up to 4000 A depending on the CT selected.
What is the form factor of the PS12HD-C-D-N-D?
The PS12HD-C-D-N-D is supplied as a UL-Listed ABS enclosure in the Enclosure (Case) with Display configuration, measuring 24.8 x 25.1 x 8.0 cm (9.8 x 9.8 x 3.1 in).
Is the PS12HD-C-D-N-D revenue grade?
The PS12HD-C-D-N-D meets ANSI C12.20-2010 Class 0.2 revenue-grade accuracy, dependent on the CT selected, and ships with a NIST-traceable calibration.
How does the PS12HD-C-D-N-D connect to DENTCloud™?
The PS12HD-C-D-N-D is DENTCloud™ enabled: connect it to the internet and add it to your subscription-free DENTCloud account for real-time dashboards, widgets, and private API access.
What is the difference between the PS12HD-C-D-N-D and the PowerScout FLEX 12?
The PowerScout FLEX 12 is the next-generation replacement for the PowerScout 12 HD, adding FLEXPoint™ setup tools, browser-based FLEXPoint™ GO, Virtual Meters, and 7.2 kHz sampling. The PS12HD-C-D-N-D remains available; if you are specifying a new system, consider the FLEX 12.
Is the PS12HD-C-D-N-D BAA and TAA compliant?
Yes. DENT Instruments marks the PowerScout 12 HD Buy American Act (BAA) and TAA compliant, supporting government and institutional procurement. Contact ZOT Supply if you need compliance documentation for a procurement file.
Warranty
This PowerScout Series meter is covered by DENT Instruments’ five-year (60-month) limited warranty from the invoice date. Warranty service requires an RMA and is subject to DENT’s current warranty terms — see the DENT Instruments warranty statement. Supplied by ZOT Supply, an authorized DENT Instruments distributor.
- Product Line:
- PowerScout HD
- Revenue Grade:
- Yes
- Accuracy Class:
- ANSI C12.20 Class 0.2
- Communication:
- Modbus RTU
- Current Input:
- 333 mV
- Current Input:
- Rogowski
