Dent Instruments PS3HD-C-D-N : PowerScout 3 HD Power Submeter, Single Point, Three-Phase Meter, Wall Mount Enclosure
The Dent Instruments PS3HD-C-D-N, known as the PowerScout 3 HD Power Submeter, is a versatile three-phase meter designed for tenant submetering, bi-directional metering for renewable energy sources like solar or wind, and real-time power monitoring in commercial, retail, and industrial settings. It's particularly suitable for monitoring building mains.
This new model offers enhanced measurement performance by supporting both Modbus and BACnet communication protocols, with options for serial RS-485 or Ethernet connectivity. It can be used with Dent's split-core or RōCoil CTs, providing precise measurements for a single three-phase load or multiple loads across a facility when networked with other PowerScout HD meters.
The PowerScout 3 HD ensures revenue-grade performance with high-speed continuous sampling, a 1 Hz data update rate, and ANSI C12.20-2015 Class 0.2 revenue-grade accuracy (depending on the CT used). This makes it well-suited for accountability metering, demand response, and tenant submetering in commercial and industrial facilities. It can be powered through a wide-range internal supply or via USB, making it convenient for configuration.
Setting up the PS3HD-C-D-N is straightforward, offering two interfaces for configuration: the ViewPoint HD PC Application or a web browser. The meter also features DENT's patented PhaseChek™ circuitry for troubleshooting, enabling advanced analytics like waveform visualization, vector polar plotting, and harmonic distortion analysis when used in conjunction with ViewPoint HD.
The PowerScout Series meters are not meant to be standalone energy recorders. They are designed to connect as a slave device to a data logger, Remote Terminal Unit (RTU), or building management host network.
Technical
| Service Type | Single Phase, Three Phase-Four Wire (WYE), Three Phase-Three Wire (Delta) |
| Power | From L1 Phase to L2 Phase. 90-600VAC RMS CAT III 50/60 Hz, 500 mA AC Max |
| AC Protection | 0.5 A internal fuse protection. 200 KA interrupt. |
| Voltage Channels | 80-346 Volts AC Line-to-Neutral, 600 V Line-to-Line, CAT III. |
| Current Channels | 3 channels, 0.525 VAC max, 333 mV CTs, 0-4,000+ Amps depending on CT |
| Maximum Current Input | 150% of current transducer rating (mV CTs) to maintain accuracy. Measure up to 4000 A with RōCoil CTs |
| Measurment Type | True RMS using high-speed digital signal processing (DSP) |
| Line Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Sampling | Continuous 1.8 kHz (no blind cycles) |
| Parameter Update Rate | 1.0 second |
| Measurements | MEASUREMENTS Volts, Amps, kW, kVAR, kVA, aPF, dPF, kW demand, kVA demand, Import (Received) kWh, Export (Delivered) kWh, Net kWh, Import (Received) kVAh, Export (Delivered) kVAh, Net kVAh, Import (Received) kVARh, Export (Delivered) kVARh, Net kVARh, THD, Theta, Frequency. All parameters for each phase and element total |
| Accuracy | 0.2% ANSI C12.20-2015 Class 0.2 (3rd party certification pending) |
| Resolusion | 32-bit floating point |
| Display | 2 x 16 character display with tri-color backlight |
Communications
| Hardware | RS-485 Serial and Ethernet |
| Max Communication Length | 1200 meters at 100K bits/second or less |
| Communication Rate (BAUD) | Modbus: 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 76800, 115200 baud BACnet: 9600, 19200, 38400, 76800 |
| Data Bits | 8 |
| Parity | None, Even, Odd |
| Stop Bit | 2, 1 |
| Supported Protocols | Modbus RTU, BACnet MS/TP, Modbus TCP or BACnet IP |
Mechanical
| Wire Connections | 12-28 AWG 600 VAC, Voltage connection must be #14 AWG or larger & 600 VAC rated |
| Mounting | Wall mount enclosure or TS35/7.5 DIN Rail |
| Operating Temperature | -20° to 60°C (-4° to 140°F) |
| Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
| Enclosure | ABS Plastic, 94-V0 flammability rating |
| Enclosure Dimensions | Wall Mount Version (L) 25.70cm x (W) 14.00cm x (H) 5.37cm (10.12” x 5.50” x 2.12”) |
| Weight (Approximate) | Wall Mount Version 635 g (22 ounces), exclusive of CTs |
Datasheets
Warranty Statement
DENT Instruments, Inc. promises buyer that any product sold by DENT Instruments, Inc. shall be free from material defects in design, materials, or manufacturing for the period shown on the current data sheet for that product beginning from the manufacture date; provided, however, that the warranty shall not extend to ordinary wear and tear, or to normally replaceable components (e.g., batteries and humidity sensor elements). During the warranty period, DENT Instruments, Inc. may repair or replace (at its sole discretion) any product suffering from a warranty defect and returned freight prepaid by buyer, with no charge to buyer for any warranty repair or replacement. The warranty shall remain in full force and effect for said period, provided that the product: (1) was installed, operated, and maintained properly; (2) has not been abused or misused; (3) has not been repaired, altered, or modified outside of DENT Instruments’ authorized facilities; (4) has not been sold subject to other warranty terms specified at the time of sale. This warranty provides specific legal rights that may be varied by local laws.
POWERSCOUT SERIES INSTRUMENTS & ACCESSORIES
Seller warrants to Buyer that PowerScout Series instruments products and accessories or services are free from substantial defect in material and workmanship under normal use given prior installation and maintenance for the period of 5 years (60 months) after delivery.
LIMITATION OF WARRANTY
CORRECTION OF DEFECTS BY REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, SERVICE OR CREDIT WILL BE AT SELLER’S OPTION AND CONSTITUTE FULFILLMENT OF ALL OBLIGATIONS TO BUYER FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY.
Seller assumes no warranty liability with respect to defects in the product caused by: (a) modification, repair, installation, operation or maintenance of the product by anyone other than Seller or its agent, except as described in Seller’s documentation; or (b) the negligent or other improper use of the product.
Other manufacturers’ equipment purchased by Seller and resold to Buyer will be limited to that manufacturers’ warranty. Seller assumes no warranty liability for other manufacturers’ equipment furnished by Buyer.
No agent, distributor, or representative is authorized to make any warranties on behalf of Seller or to assume for Seller any other liability in connection with any Seller product or service.
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY
Buyer understands and agrees as follows:
THE ABOVE WARRANTY REPLACES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, & ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES OF SELLER, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES ARE DISCLAIMED AND EXCLUDED BY SELLER.THE FOREGOING WILL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE, & SELLER WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INJURIES OR DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE GROSS NEGLIGENCE OF SELLER. THIS LIMITATION APPLIES TO ALL SERVICES AND PRODUCTS DURING AND AFTER THE WARRANTY PERIOD.
LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
IN NO EVENT WILL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR COMMERCIAL LOSSES EVEN IF SELLER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF.
- Supported Protocols:
- Modbus RTU, BACnet MS/TP, Modbus TCP or BACnet IP
- Meter Type:
- Single Circuit
- Mounting:
- Wall Mount
- Current Channels:
- 3
