Precision Energy Monitoring & Smart Load Control for Modern Homes and Businesses<\/p>\n
Gain powerful insight into your electricity usage with the Shelly EM Gen3, a compact yet professional-grade smart energy meter designed for accurate real-time monitoring and intelligent automation. Built by Shelly Group<\/span><\/span>, this third-generation energy monitoring solution combines precision measurement, flexible connectivity, and powerful automation features\u2014making it ideal for South African homes, small businesses, solar installations, and energy-conscious users.<\/p>\n Whether you’re looking to monitor whole-home consumption, track solar production, or automate high-load appliances like geysers and pool pumps, the Shelly EM Gen3 provides the reliable data and control needed to reduce energy waste and lower electricity costs.<\/p>\n Energy costs continue to rise, and understanding your usage patterns is the first step toward saving money. The Shelly EM Gen3 delivers real-time energy insights, allowing homeowners, electricians, and installers to identify inefficiencies, monitor heavy loads, and automate energy-intensive equipment.<\/p>\n Its non-invasive CT clamp design, dual wireless connectivity, and local-first architecture make it one of the most flexible and powerful energy monitoring solutions available.<\/p>\n The Shelly EM Gen3 includes one high-precision 50A current transformer (CT clamp) that enables safe, non-invasive installation without cutting or rewiring existing circuits.<\/p>\n You can monitor:<\/p>\n For expanded applications, the system supports:<\/p>\n This level of precision allows accurate measurement of energy usage across residential and light commercial environments.<\/p>\n Track your electricity consumption as it happens.<\/p>\n Using the Shelly Smart Control<\/span><\/span> app or web interface, you can:<\/p>\n Local storage ensures your data remains accessible even during internet outages.<\/p>\n The Shelly EM Gen3 is more than just a meter\u2014it can actively control high-power loads.<\/p>\n It includes a 2A \/ 240V dry contact output, allowing it to switch external contactors or relays safely.<\/p>\n Perfect for controlling:<\/p>\n Use automation rules to switch loads based on:<\/p>\n This capability enables meaningful energy savings through intelligent automation.<\/p>\n The Shelly EM Gen3 connects directly to your network using:<\/p>\n No hub is required.<\/p>\n Bluetooth functionality also enables the device to act as a BLE gateway, extending smart home functionality by connecting additional Bluetooth devices to your network.<\/p>\n The Shelly EM Gen3 integrates with popular smart home ecosystems and automation platforms.<\/p>\n Compatible systems include:<\/p>\n This flexibility makes the device suitable for both hobbyists and professional installers.<\/p>\n The Shelly EM Gen3 is Matter-ready, allowing compatibility with next-generation smart home ecosystems through future firmware updates.<\/p>\n Matter support ensures:<\/p>\n This keeps your smart home investment relevant as technology evolves.<\/p>\n With its ultra-compact form factor, the Shelly EM Gen3 fits easily into:<\/p>\n This makes installation straightforward in both new and existing electrical systems.<\/p>\n The Shelly EM Gen3 is especially valuable in regions where electricity monitoring and load management are essential.<\/p>\n Ideal use cases include:<\/p>\n Measure total household electricity consumption to:<\/p>\n Monitor solar system output in real time.<\/p>\n Useful for:<\/p>\n Track individual high-load devices such as:<\/p>\n This helps identify energy-heavy appliances and optimise usage patterns.<\/p>\n Automate devices based on:<\/p>\n This creates opportunities for real cost savings.<\/p>\n The Shelly EM Gen3 supports local-first control, ensuring reliability even when cloud connectivity is unavailable.<\/p>\n Benefits include:<\/p>\n This makes it especially valuable for mission-critical automation environments.<\/p>\n Installation is flexible and suitable for:<\/p>\n The non-invasive CT clamp design<\/strong> makes installation safe and straightforward without cutting wires.<\/p>\n For complex installations or high-current circuits, professional installation is recommended.<\/p>\n Product:<\/strong> Shelly EM Gen3 Power Supply:<\/strong> Measurements:<\/strong> Connectivity:<\/strong> Control Output:<\/strong> Local Storage:<\/strong> Cloud Storage:<\/strong> Dimensions:<\/strong> Operating Temperature:<\/strong> Power Consumption:<\/strong> Installing an energy meter like the Shelly EM Gen3 enables smarter energy management and long-term cost savings.<\/p>\n Typical benefits include:<\/p>\n Take control of your energy usage with the Shelly EM Gen3 1x50A CT Smart Energy Meter\u2014a powerful, compact solution designed to deliver professional-level insights and automation capabilities in residential and light commercial environments.<\/p>\n Whether you’re upgrading a smart home, installing solar monitoring, or optimising energy consumption, the Shelly EM Gen3 delivers the data and control needed to make informed energy decisions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The Shelly EM Gen3 with 1x50A CT is a compact Wi-Fi + Bluetooth energy meter with one included 50A current transformer clamp. Track real-time voltage, current, power, and energy consumption for your home, apartment, or small business. Supports dual channels, local data storage, scripting, and contactor control for high-load appliances. 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Key Features & Benefits<\/h4>\n
Accurate Contactless Energy Monitoring<\/h5>\n
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Real-Time Data Monitoring & Historical Logging<\/h4>\n
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Data Storage Capabilities<\/h4>\n
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Built-In Smart Load Control (Dry Contact Output)<\/h4>\n
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Smart Connectivity \u2014 No Hub Required<\/h2>\n
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Seamless Smart Home Integration<\/h2>\n
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Matter-Ready Future Compatibility<\/h4>\n
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Compact Design for Flexible Installation<\/h2>\n
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Physical Highlights:<\/h3>\n
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Perfect Applications in South Africa<\/h1>\n
Whole-Home Energy Monitoring<\/h2>\n
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Solar PV Production Monitoring<\/h2>\n
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Appliance-Level Monitoring<\/h2>\n
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Smart Load Scheduling & Automation<\/h2>\n
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Reliable Local Operation & Privacy<\/h4>\n
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Installation Options<\/h4>\n
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Technical Specifications<\/h4>\n
Included CT Clamp:<\/strong> 1 \u00d7 50A
Optional CT Clamp:<\/strong> 80A supported<\/p>\n
110\u2013240V~ 50\/60Hz<\/p>\n
Voltage
Current
Active Power
Apparent Power
Power Factor
Energy (kWh)<\/p>\n
WiFi: 2.4GHz
Bluetooth: Yes (BLE Gateway Supported)<\/p>\n
Dry Contact: 2A \/ 240V<\/p>\n
Up to 10 days (1-minute intervals)<\/p>\n
Up to 365 days<\/p>\n
37 \u00d7 42 \u00d7 16 mm<\/p>\n
-20\u00b0C to +40\u00b0C<\/p>\n
< 1.2W<\/p>\nWhat’s Included in the Box<\/h4>\n
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Why Install an Energy Meter?<\/h4>\n
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Start Monitoring Smarter Today<\/h4>\n