for up to 1500V,
40ADC
The PVPM1540X I-V curve tracer from PV-Engineering is a portable peak power measuring device for photovoltaic strings and arrays up to 1500 V / 40 A.
Designed as our most powerful solution, it is ideal for large-scale solar parks in the mega- to gigawatt range and perfectly suited for high-efficiency monofacial as well as bifacial modules. Optionally, rear-side irradiance (albedo) can be measured with two additional irradiance sensors – enabling precise analysis of bifacial systems.
The measurement of high-efficiency modules places the highest demands on the equipment used. Our PVPM1540X IV curve tracer is designed to test all PV modules currently available on the market without limitation – including modules with very high short-circuit currents.
The PVPM1540X is a portable PV measuring device in a robust plastic housing. With an integrated battery power supply and an external wide-range charger, it is perfectly suited for flexible field use.
Using a patented method, the device calculates from each measured IV curve directly at the PV system site the peak power (Pmax) as well as the resistances Rs and Rp. The measurements are performed in compliance with IEC 60891, IEC 60904-1, IEC TS 60904-1-2 (bifacial modules), and IEC 61829, ensuring international comparability and acceptance reliability.
For convenient operation, the device is equipped with a high-performance industrial mini PC and a high-resolution TFT touch display. Operation is intuitive and software-guided – no special training is required.
For simple data transfer to the PC, a standard USB interface is available. Like all our systems, the PVPM1540X is entirely developed and manufactured in Germany – Made in Germany for maximum precision and durability.
(subject to change)
- Military-grade Peli Case, IP67, with carrying handle and automatic pressure equalization valve
- Irradiation reference sensor NES SOZ-03 with integrated cell temperature sensor detects irradiation and cell temperature (optionally with two Irradiance reference sensors for bifacial modules / for measuring rear-side irradiance
- Measurement of the module rear side temperature with an RTD PT100 module temperature sensor
Measurement ranges of the PVPM1540X I-V curve tracer up to 1500 V / 40 A
(Subject to modifications)
Voltage
25V / 100V / 500V / 1500V
Current
2A / 5A / 10A / 40A
Temperature
-40°C - +100°C for Pt1000
Irradiation
0 - 1300W/m2 (standard sensor)
- The measuring ranges can be combined with each other
- The measuring device automatically selects an optimal measuring range
Device
- Miniature industrial PC 32Bit, real-time clock, no mechanically moving parts such as hard drives, fans, etc.
- The data from several thousand measurements are automatically stored permanently in the device (flash memory)
- Sampling rate max. 100kHz, resolution 0.01V - 0.25V, 0.005A – 0.001A (depending on the selected measuring range)
- Measurement accuracy for the I-V characteristic curve better than 1%
- Tolerance of peak power determination: ±5%
- Reproducibility of peak power results: ±2%
- Measurement duration for a single measurement on individual modules >20ms (approx. 100 data pairs), therefore no influence of the capacitive properties of the test object on the measurement.
- Calibrated irradiance reference sensor (monocrystalline with certificate) with cell temperature sensor; stainless steel clamp holder for tool-free mounting on the module frame, 10 m cable length
- Optional irradiance reference sensors for rear irradiance with stainless steel universal holder, cell temperature sensor, 3m cable length
- Other commercially available sensors can be connected via interference-free cable connection
- 4-wire measuring cable to the generator avoids systematic voltage measurement errors
- Additionally, the measurement of the module's rear-side temperature is possible using the standard RTD PT100 module temperature sensor included
- Long-term measurements of I-V curves in adjustable time intervals
Connection only permitted to current-limited direct current sources (e.g. photovoltaic generators)!
Display
- Color TFT display, LED backlight, resolution 480 x 272 pixels, sunlight compatible
Operation
- Menu-controlled via touchscreen directly on the device
- Operation and evaluation alternatively with Windows program
- Connection to PC: USB, standard Mini-B socket
- USB cable: Standard USB 2.0 cable
Power supply
- Power consumption approx. 40W
- Li-Ion battery 99.6Wh (continuous operation up to 8h)
- External power supply, In 90-263Vac, 47-63Hz, 40W, UL approved
- Built-in charge controller with overcharge/deep discharge protection for battery
- Display of the charging status via control LED on the front panel
Dimensions
- Width: 40.6 cm, height: 17.5 cm, depth: 33 cm, weight: approx. 8.5 kg
Operating conditions
- Maximum operating altitude 2000 m above sea level
PVPM1540X
Temperature
Humidity
Operation
0°C to 40°C
10% to 90% (n. c.)
Storage
-10°C to 85°C
5% to 95%
- PVPM1540X I-V curve tracer up to 1500 V / 40 A
- Software license PVe Curvealyzer
- Software for all current and older Windows versions, from Windows 2000 to Windows 11
- calibrated Irradiation reference sensor (monocrystalline with certificate) with cell temperature sensor; stainless steel clamp holder for tool-free mounting on the module frame, 10 m cable length
- (optional) calibrated irradiance reference sensor (monocrystalline with certificate) with cell temperature sensor; stainless steel universal bracket for mounting on the module frame, 3m cable length
- an RTD PT100 1/3 DIN Module temperature sensor for determining the module temperature; 10m cable length
- 1 set of 4-wire measurement cables (10m)
- 2 pcs. Alligator clips red/black (max. 1500VDC/20A) to MC4 male/female connector; 25cm; for use with original PVPM measuring cable
- 2 pcs. test probes red/black (max. 1500VDC/40A) to MC4 male/female connector; 25cm; for use with original PVPM measuring cable
- 1 x release tool for MC4 connectors
- 1 x safety load disconnect switch
- 1 x external desktop power supply, In 90-264VAC, Out 15VDC min. 2A, including CEE power cable
- 1 x USB cable for connecting to a PC or laptop
- Manual
- PVe Backpack or aluminum transport case for measuring cable and sensor
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