Application manual
KNX binary output modules EK-GA1-TP
Release 1.5 - Update: 02/2022
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6.4.6.8
Operating hours / Energy consumption counter
For each output, an activation counter can be associated, which accumulates the count of hours that the
output passed in the “on” state. In terms of communication objects, this counter has the format of a KNX
hour counter, thus it also has a “reset” command ad a “runout” alarm in case the maximum value is
overflowed.
The power counter also has an associated KNX “kWh counter” communication object with its own reset
command. An additional parameter allows to define a conventional electrical power value in W which is
associated to the load.
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lthough this is not a “real” power metering, but merely a proportional factor between activation time and the
estimated consumed power, nonetheless it can supply a useful indication for approximate power monitoring,
particularly for resistive or fixed-power loads like lights or many other home or office appliances .
Fig. 15
– Operating hours and Energy counter