AKCP In-Line Power Meter (ILPM)

The AKCP In-Line Power Meter (ILPM) offers companies a future-proof solution that combines energy efficiency, consumption transparency, and remote switching functions. The ILPM is installed directly between the power source and the PDU or end device, allowing it to monitor voltage, current, active power (kW), and energy consumption (kWh) in real time. It is ideally suited for data centers, industrial environments, and facility management.

Measurement Functions and Parameters

The ILPM continuously and accurately measures key electrical parameters:

• Voltage (Volts)
• Current (Amperes)
• Power (Kilowatts)
• Energy consumption (Kilowatt-hours)

Continuous monitoring enables precise billing (co-location) and simplifies capacity planning when expanding data centers.

Powerful Relay Functions

A particular highlight is the integrated relays. These support a maximum switching load of 40 A, have a mechanical lifespan of approximately 10 million operations, and an electrical operating life of around 30,000 cycles. This makes the ILPM extremely robust for 24/7 operation in demanding infrastructures.

Optional Thermal Map Integration

The ILPM can be combined with Cabinet Thermal Maps:

• Temperature monitoring: -40 °C to +75 °C
• Humidity sensors: 0–100% RH
• Combination of energy and climate data for complete rack monitoring

International Compatibility

The ILPM series covers a wide range of international standard connectors:

• NEMA L5-20, L6-30, 5-20 (North America)
• IEC P+N+E, C13/C14, C19/C20 (International)
• UK BS1363 (United Kingdom)
• Schuko CEE 7/7 (Europe)
• Australia-specific models

This makes the sensor usable worldwide across different electrical standards – universally for 16 A or 32 A applications.

Integration and Network Capability

The In-Line Power Meter is fully compatible with the AKCP sensorProbe+ platform. Through the web interface, administrators can:

• Define alarm thresholds
• Visualize current and voltage values live
• Perform remote switching via relay functions
• Export reports on energy consumption and power trends

Alerts and Event Notifications

• Email: proactive warnings sent directly to administrators
• SMS/MMS: (with GSM/4G integration) direct notification in case of fault
• SNMP traps: seamless integration with Nagios, PRTG, Zabbix, Tivoli, OpenNMS
• Autonomous escalation functions: automated switching of external systems

Practical Application Fields

• Data centers: PDU measurement and customer billing (co-location billing)
• Server rooms: prevention of overload through accurate load monitoring
• Industrial facilities: monitoring individual machines and production lines
• Facility management: energy optimization and preventive load balancing
• Telecommunications: monitoring equipment in network nodes

Extended Functions

• Optional LCD displays for local readout
• Latched relays for additional switching options
• Can be combined with environmental sensors such as humidity and temperature
• Central monitoring of multiple ILPM devices over a single IP address

Cost Efficiency and ROI

The ILPM contributes significantly to cost optimization through:

• Reduction of energy waste
• Accurate billing (co-location)
• Detection of inefficient consumers
• Longer lifespan of connected systems

Advantages of the AKCP In-Line Power Meter (ILPM)

• Continuous measurement of V, A, kW, kWh
• Integrated relay functions up to 40 A
• Mechanical lifespan up to 10 million operations
• Seamless integration into sensorProbe+ platform
• SNMP support for NMS integration
• Available with international plug variants
• Optional Cabinet Thermal Maps (temperature/humidity)
• Remote switching via web interface or SNMP
• Flexible expansion options with LCD/latched relays
• Long service life and robustness for industrial and IT environments

The AKCP In-Line Power Meter (ILPM) is a high-performance power monitoring and relay module specifically designed for critical IT environments and industrial infrastructures. It provides precise consumption measurements, centralized remote control, and SNMP-based monitoring – an indispensable tool for data center energy optimization, billing, and operational security.

With international standard compatibility, integrated relays, and flexible expansion options, the ILPM is the ideal choice for companies with global infrastructures and high demands on availability and energy efficiency.