> Really interesting and surprising? Some things *were* surprising. I originally made it because my assumptions were *not* correct.
> Conclusion: In most cases you can guess the consumption or have the > value from datasheet. The biggest problem isn't standby or on power, but how often devices are used. How often does the well pump run? The septic pump? Which lights are on the most? What about hidden power uses (like our waterbed, or the fan in the furnace)? Those are the questions the powermeter board is designed to answer. Knowing *energy* usage, total over the month, lets us decide what changes are worth the investment and/or inconvenience. _______________________________________________ geda-user mailing list [email protected] http://www.seul.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/geda-user
