What is the Meters Protection ?

What is the Meters Protection ?

Meter Protection Definition

Meter protection is defined as measures taken to safeguard electrical meters from damage due to overcurrent.

Overcurrent Causes

Overcurrent can occur due to incorrect connections, wrong meter ratings, or unexpected circuit conditions.

Single Diode Protection

A single diode can protect a meter by short-circuiting and diverting excess current when voltage exceeds a certain limit

Double Diode Protection

Using two diodes in opposite directions protects the meter from overcurrent in both directions.

Importance of Diodes in Meter Protection

Semiconductor diodes are essential for preventing meter damage by managing excess current.