Measuring Current with Clamp Meter and AC Line Splitter

Introduction

This wiki explains how to use a clamp meter and the AC line splitter to measure the current draw of a device under test.

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Connect AC Line Splitter to power Source.
Connect device to test to AC line splitter.
On Multimeter, select AC Current.

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Step 2

Clamp meter on the x1 loop of the line splitter for most devices. Only use the x10 loop if you are testing a very low current device.
Turn on the device you are testing.
Read the current indicated on your meter.
You are done with this procedure. Turn off the device you are testing and disconnect your equipment.

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Conclusion

Using this process can allow you to measure how much current a device is drawing which can aid in troubleshooting. A device drawing more than it's rated amount of current can be an indication of a problem.

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