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Multiplus reporting amps higher than actual

Multiplus is reporting higher than actual current consumption.

The total watts being used are correct on both L1 & L2. However, the calculation of watts / volts does not equal the correct amperage. Attached screenshots below.


Fw 5.10

Venus 3.32

L1

119V * 26.26A = 3,125

309 watt discrepancy


L2, perfect

Please advise

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Guy Stewart (Victron Community Manager) answered ·

Hi @carlrx7,

Please have a read of our book Wiring Unlimited chapter "6.3. System current, VA and Watts" that explains about Power Factor and why Watts doesn't always equal Volts X Amps in an AC circuit.

https://www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/The_Wiring_Unlimited_book/43562-Wiring_Unlimited-pdf-en.pdf

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