Schneider Electric METSEPM8240 measuring device for front mounting intermediate measurement content_copy

The PowerLogic PM8240 from Schneider Electric is a power analyzer designed for front mounting in low- and medium-voltage installations, intended for monitoring and analyzing electrical parameters in energy-critical systems. The device features an integrated graphical color display and is designed for mounting in standard 96 x 96 mm switchboards. It supports energy and power quality monitoring, provides detailed measurement data, and enables the creation of custom applications via modular ION technology. Device functions include a web-based user interface, multiple communication ports, and high measurement accuracy suitable for monitoring complex network conditions.

Applications
The PM8240 is used in industrial and commercial facilities where precise energy and power quality measurement is required. It is suitable for low- and medium-voltage applications and monitors voltage, current, active, reactive, and apparent power, frequency, power factor, and energy. The integrated power quality analysis captures harmonics up to the 63rd harmonic and supports disturbance direction detection. The device functions are designed for use in energy-critical environments such as production facilities, energy distribution systems, or building management systems.

Functions and Features in Detail
The device includes an integrated graphical color display for local visualization of measurement values and status information. It supports communication via Modbus RTU and Modbus TCP/IP, allowing integration into existing automation systems. Communication is enabled through two Ethernet ports. Measurement functions include voltage, current, active, reactive, and apparent power, frequency, power factor, and energy. Harmonic measurement extends up to the 63rd harmonic. The device offers three digital inputs and one digital output, enabling use for simple control and monitoring tasks.

Technology Explained Simply
The PM8240’s measurement accuracy is Class 0.2S for active energy, ensuring high precision for energy accounting and analysis. Certification is according to IEC62052-11, IEC62053-24, and IEC62053-22. Additionally, the device is certified for power quality measurements according to IEC62586-2 and IEC61000-4-30 Class S. The control voltage can be supplied via AC (90–415 V) or DC (110–415 V), enabling flexible installation. The operating environment ranges from -25 to +70 °C with humidity from 5 % to 95 %, and the device can be used up to an altitude of 3000 m. Event timestamps have an accuracy of ±1 ms, with support for various time synchronization methods including PTP (IEEE1588), NTP, IRIG-B, GPS ASCII (RS485), and network time setting functions.

Compatibility and Accessories
The PM8240 supports expansion with up to four optional modules. Available modules include the Analog I/O Module (METSEPM89M0024) with four analog inputs and two analog outputs, the Digital I/O Module (METSEPM89M2600) with six digital inputs and two relay outputs, and the Fiber Optic Communication Module (METSEPMFIBER) for fiber optic networks. These modules extend the device’s functionality in terms of input/output interfaces and communication options.

Mounting and Installation
The device is designed for front mounting in switchboards with dimensions of 96 mm x 96 mm. Mounting is performed in standard switchboards, with device dimensions of 77.5 mm (length) x 96 mm (width) x 96 mm (height). The IP54 protection rating safeguards the device against dust and splashing water, making it suitable for industrial environments. Installation requires connecting the measurement and control voltage interfaces and configuring communication parameters.

Operational Advantages
The PM8240 offers high measurement accuracy, extensive data acquisition and storage, and flexible expandability. The 512 MB memory allows recording up to 50 data logs with 800 channels, more than 50 user-defined alarms, waveform recordings with up to 256 samples per cycle, and 1/2-cycle RMS logging. Additionally, custom web pages, Min/Max logs, energy trends, and operating hours can be stored. Cybersecurity features include secure protocols such as HTTPs, sFTP, and Secure ION, logging of security events, and Syslog logging. Support for 50 configurable user accounts enables structured access control. The ability to enable or disable communication ports enhances the device’s security and operational flexibility.

General
Device type	Power quality analyser
Manufacturer	Schneider Electric
Product series	PowerLogic PM8000
Mounting method	Front mounting
Degree of protection	IP54
Display	Graphic colour display
Communication interfaces	Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP
Ethernet connections	2
Measurement functions	Voltage, current, active power, reactive power, apparent power, frequency, power factor, energy
Harmonic measurement	up to the 63rd harmonic
Accuracy class active energy	0,2S
Certification	IEC62052-11, IEC62053-24, IEC62053-22, IEC62586-2, IEC61000-4-30 Class S
Control voltage AC	90–415 V
Control voltage DC	110–415 V
Frequency range	42–69 Hz
Rated voltage L-L	100–690 V
Nominal voltage L-N	57–400 V
Nominal current	5 A
Maximum current	20 A
Voltage measurement inputs	4
Measurement inputs current	8
Digital inputs	3
Digital outputs	1
Memory size	512 MB
Data protocols	up to 50
Alarms	more than 50 user-defined
Curve recording	up to 256 samples/cycle
RMS logging	1/2 cycle
Timestamp accuracy	±1 ms
Time synchronization	PTP (IEEE1588), NTP, IRIG-B, GPS ASCII (RS485), Network time setting
Operating environment temperature	-25 to +70 °C
Air humidity	5 to 95 %
Operating altitude	up to 3000 m
Expandability	up to 4 option modules
Cybersecurity functions	HTTPs, sFTP, Secure ION, logging of security events, Syslog log
User accounts	50 configurable
Complementary
Power quality analysis	conforming to EN 50160: 2010 compliance report; conforming to IEEE 519: 2014 compliance report; conforming to IEC 61000-4-30: class S power quality measurement; up to the 63rd harmonic; harmonic distortion; waveform capture; voltage sag and swell detection; programmablity (logic and math functions); conforming to IEC 62586 power quality monitoring; disturbance direction detection; rapid voltage change
Device application	Power monitoring; WAGES metering
Type of measurement	Current; Voltage; Frequency; Active and reactive power total; Apparent power total; Power factor total; Active and reactive power per phase, rms; Apparent power per phase, rms; Power factor per phase, rms
supply voltage	90...415 V AC 45...65 Hz +/- 10 %; 110...415 V DC +/- 10 %
Network frequency	50 Hz; 60 Hz
[In] rated current	1 A; 5 A; 10 A
Poles description	3P + N; 3P; 1P + N
Power consumption in VA	16 VA at 230 V AC
Display type	Colour TFT LCD
Display resolution	320 x 240 pixels QVGA
Sampling rate	256 samples/cycle
Measurement current	50…10000 mA
Analogue input type	Voltage (impedance 5 MOhm); Current (impedance 0.3 mOhm)
Measurement voltage	57…400 V AC 42...69 Hz between phase and neutral; 100…690 V AC 42...69 Hz between phases
Frequency measurement range	42…69 Hz
Number of inputs	3 digital 30 V AC; 3 digital 60 V DC
Measurement accuracy	Current +/- 0.1 %; Voltage +/- 0.1 %; Active energy +/- 0.2 %
Accuracy class	Class 0.2S active energy conforming to IEC 62053-22; Class 0.2 active energy conforming to ANSI C12.20; Class 0.2 active power conforming to IEC 61557-12; Class 0.5S reactive energy conforming to IEC 62053-24; Class 0.5 power factor conforming to IEC 61557-12; Class 0.2 voltage conforming to IEC 61557-12; Class 0.2 current conforming to IEC 61557-12
Number of outputs	1 pulse
Information displayed	Voltage; Current; Frequency; Power; Energy consumption; Harmonic distortion
Communication port protocol	Modbus RTU at 115 kbauds - 2-wire; ION at 115 kbauds - 2-wire; DNP3; IEC 61850; Modbus TCP/IP; Ethernet Modbus TCP/IP daisy chain at 10/100 Mbit/s; RSTP 801.1d 2004
Communication port support	ETHERNET; Screw terminal block: RS485
Communication network type	IPv6 (internet protocol)
Data recording	Min/max of instantaneous values; Waveform logs; Sequence of event recording; Time stamping; Alarm logs; Trending/forecasting; Sag and swell logs; Harmonics logs; GPS synchronisation; Data logs; Event logs; 50 data recorders
Memory capacity	512 MB
Web services	Customizable home page; File upload/download via FTP; File upload/download via SFTP; Web server; Alarm notification by e-mail; Viewing of captured waveform (FTP); Viewing of captured waveform (web); HTTPS server
Communication service	SMTP e-mail notification; RSTP support; NTP time synchronization; DHCP; PTP time synchronization
Cybersecurity	Enable/disable communication ports; Password protection; Syslog protocol support; Robust security logs; Port hardening
Mounting mode	Flush-mounted
Mounting support	Framework
Installation category	III
Safety Construction	III400…690 V conforming to IEC 61010-1:ed. 3; III400…690 V conforming to EN 61010-1:ed. 3; III347…600 V conforming to UL 61010-1:ed. 3; III347…600 V conforming to CSA C22.2 No 61010-1:ed. 3
Standards	IEC 61557-12; IEC 62052-11; IEC 62053-24; IEC 62053-22; IEEE 1588; IEC 62586-2; IEC 61326-1
Product certifications	CE; CULus; N998
Width	96 mm
Depth	77.5 mm
Height	96 mm
Net weight	581 g
Contractual warranty
Warranty (in months)	18
Environment
IP degree of protection	IP54 front: conforming to IEC 60529; IP30 body: conforming to IEC 60529
Relative humidity	5…95 %
Ambient air temperature for operation	-25…70 °C
Ambient air temperature for storage	-40…85 °C
Operating altitude	3000 m
Compatibility code	PM8240
Logistical informations
Country of origin	CA
Main
Range	PowerLogic
Product name	PowerLogic PM8000
Product or component type	Power meter
Device short name	PM8240
model type	Standard
Packing Units
Unit Type of Package 1	PCE
Number of Units in Package 1	1
Package 1 Height	13.700 cm
Package 1 Width	13.500 cm
Package 1 Length	18.500 cm
Package 1 Weight	840.500 g
Unit Type of Package 2	S03
Number of Units in Package 2	8
Package 2 Height	30.000 cm
Package 2 Width	30.000 cm
Package 2 Length	40.000 cm
Package 2 Weight	7.124 kg

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