Description

In addition to AC current and AC voltage, it measures active, apparent and reactive power, while also displaying phase angle and power factor (cos φ) on a large, easy-to-read backlit display.

Built for field work, the PCE-PCM 1 enables fast, reliable checks of power draw and energy usage in machines, electrical panels and industrial installations. Its compact, rugged housing supports mobile use by technicians and engineers on site. Store readings in the instrument’s memory for later analysis, or use the USB connection to stream live values to a PC, displayed as a table or graph for reporting and diagnostics.

Key Benefits & Differentiators

• True RMS (TRMS) accuracy for real-world waveforms and non-linear loads.
• Complete power analysis: kW, kVA, kVAr, cos φ and phase angle.
• Internal logging with on-screen review for quick field verification.
• USB + PC software for real-time monitoring, charts and professional reporting.
• High safety rating: CAT IV 600 V / CAT III 1000 V for demanding environments.

Typical Applications

• Maintenance and troubleshooting in single-phase and three-phase systems.
• Power and energy verification on motors, compressors, HVAC and industrial equipment.
• Energy audits, power factor checks and efficiency improvement projects.
• Data capture for technical documentation and compliance reports.

Features

• Active power (kW), apparent power (kVA) and reactive power (kVAr)
• Power factor (cos φ) and phase angle
• Active energy counter (kWh)
• Auto range selection
• Value memory and data logger (99 readings viewable on the display)
• Voltage (TRMS), current (TRMS) and frequency
• Min/Max values and Data Hold

Technical Specifications

What’s in the Box

• 1 x PCE-PCM 1 clamp meter
• 4 x Test connectors
• 4 x Crocodile clips
• 2 x Measuring clamps
• 1 x USB interface cable
• 1 x PC software
• 1 x 9 V battery
• 1 x Carrying case
• 1 x Instruction manual