Wattmeter symbol
Also called Power meter
A meter that measures active power: a circle with the letter W.
ANSI / IEEE
IEC 60617What the wattmeter symbol means
A meter that measures active power: a circle with the letter W.
ANSI and IEC symbols
Where you see it
Power measurement on feeders, motors and test benches.
Related symbols
Frequently asked questions
What does the wattmeter symbol look like?
On ANSI drawings: A circle with the letter W. In IEC 60617: The same circle with W.
Is the wattmeter symbol the same in IEC and ANSI?
Yes, it is drawn the same way in most legends.
Where is a wattmeter used?
Power measurement on feeders, motors and test benches.
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