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> Is there a <$30 meter that will monitor an appliances power usage? I
> would like to know how much energy is being used by a couple of
> fridges, aquariums, etc.  I am willing to build the thing if
> necessary, (but only if it's relatively simple). 

You probably won't want to build a meter that will be accurate enough
with an inductive load like a refrigerator.  But I've seen surplus
real electric meters (like the one on the side of the house)
for about $15-$20.  You might try Herbach & Rademan (now H & R Corp.) at
401 E. Erie Ave, Philadelphia PA 19134, 215-426-1708.
One of their older catalogs has one... they might still have some
around.  Good luck!


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