PVMet™ 150 Solar Monitoring Station
The PVMet™ 150 offers a precise thermopile pyranometer for optimal performance alongside an adjustable Global or Plane-of-Array Irradiance Sensor, one or two Back-of-PV Panel Temperature Sensor(s), an Ambient Air Temperature Sensor, and the option for an additional Irradiance Sensor. Simple to install on any solar project, the PVMet 150 connects to Modbus RTU Communication with an ethernet TCP option available. Ships fully assembled and factory calibrated.
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The PVMet series of weather stations is designed for solar operations looking to gain insights into the efficiency and status of their PV system with accurate, bankable data. The PVMet series is simple to use, yet powerful enough to transform a solar installation into a sustainable solution that saves resources and energy. The RainWise PVMet 150 is available with ISO 9060:1990 and WMO second-class, first-class and secondary standard pyranometers. The station arrives fully assembled and is fully operational in minutes. All our PVMet stations are SunSpec certified or compliant and feature integration via Modbus RTU or an ethernet Modbus TCP option. Our customizable family of PVMet solutions offers the right fit for any solar project. Contact us for a personalized experience to develop a powerful and reliable solution specific to your business needs.
Features
- Available with Second-Class, First-Class or Secondary Standard Thermopile Pyranometer
- Adjustable Global or Plane-of-Array Irradiance Sensor
- 1 or 2 x Back-of-Panel Temperature Sensor
- Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
- Additional Irradiance Sensor option
- Modbus RTU Communication
- Ethernet Modbus TCP option available
- Ships fully assembled and factory calibrated
- SunSpec Compatible
Sensors & Options
Global Irradiance or Plane-of-Array Irradiance
The irradiance sensor is adjustable and can be set to provide global when horizontal or plane-of-array irradiance when installed to match the PV panel angle.
Back-of-Module Temperature
These sensors are attached to the back of the PV panel using thermal conductive adhesive tape. They provide accurate panel temperatures, an important parameter for efficiency monitoring. One sensor is shipped with each system. The PVMet 150 supports two sensors. The second may be purchased separately.
Ambient Air Temperature
The ambient air temperature sensor is housed in a passive solar shield for increased accuracy.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Power Requirements: 10 to 30VDC at less than 50mA
Operating Environment
Temperature: -40°C to 60°C (-40 to 140°F)
Relative Humidity: 0-100% Condensing F
Irradiance Sensor
IS0 9060: 1990 Classification Second Class
Range: 0-2000 W/m2
Accuracy: +/-5%
Spectral Range: 285 ~ 2800 nm
Response Time to 95%: < 18 s
Response Time to 63%: < 6 s
Non-Linearity (0~1000 W/m2): < 1%
Non-Stability (Change/Yr): < 1%
Cosine Response 45°: +/-1%
Cosine Response 75°: +/-5%
Operational Temperature: -25° to 55°C (-13° to 131°F)
Resolution: 1 W/m2
Ambient Air Temperature Sensor:
Range: -40 to 80°C (-40 to 176°F)
Accuracy: +/- 0.3°C (0.54°F)
Thermal Time Constant: 30 sec.
Resolution: 0.1°C
Back of Module (BOM) Temperature Sensors:
Range: -40 to 80°C (-40 to 176°F)
Accuracy: +/- 0.3°C (0.54°F)
Thermal Time Constant: 270 sec.
Cable Length: 7.62m (25 ft)
Resolution: 0.1°C
RS-485/422 Serial Port:
Mode: 2-wire half duplex
Connector: 4-position screw terminal ( A(-), B(+), Signal and Earth Ground)
Max Speed: 9600 bps
Termination: 120 ohms (internal jumper enable)
Physical:
Materials: Polyvinyl Chloride, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene, Stainless Steel,Anodized Aluminum, Lexan®, Delrin
Electronics: Lead-free RoHS Compliant
Packaged Weight: 0.8 kg (1 lb. 12oz.)
Packaged Dimensions: 6 cm x 20.3 cm x 20.3 cm (10.25" x 8" x 8")
Warranty: 2 Years
RainWise Solar Monitoring Stations Downloads
ModBus Test Utility Software
(Size: 694.1 KB)
RainWise Solar Monitoring Stations Manuals
PVmet 150 User Guide
(Size: 1.7 MB)