PVMet™ 150 Solar Monitoring Station

$900.00

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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SKU
800-0015

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.

Which PVMet Solar Monitoring Station is right for you?

PVMet 75 PVMet 100 PVMet 150
PVMet 200
PVMet 330
PVMet 75 PVMet 100 PVMet 150 PVMet 200 PVMet 330
  Global or/both Plane-of-Array Irradiance Sensor
Global or/both Plane-of-Array Irradiance Sensor ✔ (or) ✔ (or) ✔ (or) ✔ (both) ✔ (both)
  Back of PV Panel Temperature Sensors
Back of PV Panel Temperature Sensors
  Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
  Modbus RTU
Modbus RTU
  Ethernet Modbus TCP Option Available
Ethernet Modbus TCP Option Available
  Additional Irradiance Sensor Option
Additional Irradiance Sensor Option    
  Wind Speed Sensor
Wind Speed Sensor      
  Wind Direction Sensor
Wind Direction Sensor      
  Relative Humidity Sensor
Relative Humidity Sensor        
  Barometric Pressure Sensor
Barometric Pressure Sensor        
  Rain Gauge Sensor
Rain Gauge Sensor        

Multifunctional Professional Weather Monitoring

The PVMet 500 is a completely customizable solution to fit your specific solar monitoring needs.

 PVMet 500 Solar Monitoring and Weather Station

The PVMet 500 Supports:

  • (3) Irradiance Sensors
  • (3) Back-of-Panel Temp Sensors

Sensors & Options
Ambient Temperature (Standard on base model)
Relative Humidity (Standard on base model)
Barometric Pressure (Standard on base model)

Optional Sensors
Ultra Sonic Anemometer (Optional)
Mini-Aervane (Optional)
Rain Gauge/mounted or stand-alone (Optional)

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


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