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how to use CT to measure current [duplicate]

I have purchased CT but don't know what his terminals means and how to identify primary and secondary coils terminals. I am software engineer but currently learning pic controller. as for I have read ...
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Current Transformer with pic16f877a

I am currently working with a current transformer (CT) to measure the load current of a system. I am connecting the CT with a pic16f877a microcontroller using a basic circuit I found on the internet. ...
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Using a CT to measure the current in home electronic devices

I am developing a project that consists of measuring the consumption of a power strip (not sure how it is in english/figure below). I'm already able to measure the instantaneous voltage using a ...
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Why are CT's(Current Transformers) on an ammeter / energy meter connected to ground?

It's understandable that a CT, needs to be shorted (or a burden resistor) if there's nothing connected to its output, otherwise it would work as a step-up transformer. But why is it that energy ...
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How do I protect against voltage surges from sensors?

I'm attempting to use a CT to measure AC current. I got a lot of information in this answer to another question which led me to huge amount investigation. I want to measure the current in use by an ...
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When converting 120vac to 12vdc, does the wattage & amperage change?

I'm trying to calculate how long my UPS will power my cable modem and router. I know that together the two draw 2.25 amps at 12 volts (27 watts), but this is on the DC side of the power brick. Does ...