Energy monitoring with Victron Energy VM-3P75CT

Monitoring energy consumption in a house, property, or for a specific load is crucial for identifying energy-consuming areas, reducing unnecessary costs, and contributing to a more sustainable future. By having insight into energy consumption, one can optimize usage, reduce the load on the power grid, and make informed decisions that save money and reduce climate impact. Additionally, monitoring can help detect phase imbalances, which can cause inefficient operation, and identify unnecessarily high main fuses from the power grid provider to reduce fixed subscription costs, thereby improving electrical efficiency and system stability.

A common challenge is finding a cost-effective solution for energy monitoring that collects data over time, presents it in a user-friendly format, and can be expanded with additional functionality if needed. With Victron Energy’s energy meter VM-3P75CT, together with Cerbo GX and the VRM portal, you get a complete solution that not only meets these requirements but also lays the foundation for gradually developing an ESS solution.

VM-3P75CT

Victron's VM-3P75CT is a three-phase energy meter with Ethernet and VE.Can communication, ideal for ESS and other systems. It is easy to install with clamp transformers and offers fast data monitoring via VictronConnect and the VRM portal. With flexible energy registration and extensive parameters such as voltage and current, it meets various regional requirements. The LED pulse output enables visual diagnostics.

Communication with Cerbo GX

Communication between the energy meter VM-3P75CT and Cerbo GX can be done either via VE.Can, where a standard data cable is connected between the devices, or over a network. For network communication, the energy meter is connected to the same LAN as the Cerbo GX, which often facilitates installation by allowing the devices to be placed at greater distances from each other.

Monitoring in the VRM portal

Victron's remote management portal (VRM) provides full access to controls and settings for all system components connected via Cerbo GX. The portal, which is completely free, enables remote management and installations anywhere, anytime. Additionally, it offers smooth diagnostics and detailed analyses of saved data for easy troubleshooting and optimization. In the portal, you can customize how you want to present your data, and below are some examples of how it can look.

What is needed to get started

To get started with efficient energy monitoring, you only need Victron Energy VM-3P75CT and a Cerbo GX – a solution that gives you full insight into your energy consumption and production. The installation is smooth and flexible but should always be performed by a qualified electrician to ensure correct and safe operation.

If you have questions, concerns, or want to know more about how this system can be adapted to your specific needs, you are warmly welcome to contact us at Digital Skipper. We help you identify the right solution and explore the possibilities for optimizing your energy management and meeting your unique challenges.