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Expand Up @@ -2,7 +2,8 @@ Current transformer (CT) clamp sensors measure your energy usage by looking at t

- The off-the-shelf solution that we advise is the [Shelly EM](https://www.shelly.com/en/products/shop/shelly-em-120a/shelly-em-50a?tracking=A7FsiPIfUWsFpnfKHa8SRyUYLXjr2hPq). The device has a local API, updates are pushed to Home Assistant and it has a high quality [integration](/integrations/shelly/).
- You can build your own using ESPHome's [CT Clamp Current sensor](https://esphome.io/components/sensor/ct_clamp.html) or energy meter sensors like the [ATM90E32](https://esphome.io/components/sensor/atm90e32.html). For the DIY route, check out [this video by digiblur](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2XZzciz0s4) to get started.
- Using a Raspberry Pi, you can use a CT clamp HAT from LeChacal called [RPICT hats](https://lechacal.com/docs/RPICT/Raspberrypi_Current_and_Temperature_Sensor_Adaptor/). They can be stacked to expand the number of lines to monitor. They also provide Active, Apparent, and Reactive power and power factor for single-phase and three-phase installations. They integrate with Home Assistant using MQTT.

_Attention! Installing CT clamp sensor devices requires opening your electrical cabinet. This work should be done by someone familiar with electrical wiring and may require a licensed professional in some regions. Your qualified installer will know how to do this._

_Disclaimer: Some links in this section are affiliate links._
_Disclaimer: Some links in this section are affiliate links._