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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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800-0015
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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.

Basic
Ready to deploy 		Advanced
Modular
PVMet 75 PVMet 100 PVMet 200 PVMet 330 PVMet 150 PVMet 500
Global Irradiance Sensor (Silicon Diode)
Global Irradiance Sensor (Silicon Diode) ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ○ ○
Back of PV Panel Temperature Sensor
Back of PV Panel Temperature Sensor ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ○
  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 (Silicon Diode)
Additional Irradiance Sensor (Silicon Diode) ✗ ✗ PoA✓ PoA✓ ○ ○
  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 ✗ ✗ ✗ ✓ ✗ ○
  Ultrasonic Wind Sensor Option
Ultrasonic Wind Sensor Option ✗ ✗ ✗ ✗ ✗ ✓
  Class A, B, or C Irradiance compatibility
Class A, B, or C Irradiance compatibility ✗ ✗ ✗ ✗ x2 x3
  Additional (Optional) Back of Panel Temperature Sensors
Additional (Optional) Back of Panel Temperature Sensors +1 +1 +1 +1 +1 3

✓ = Comes Standard
✗ = Unavailable
○ = 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

RainWise Solar Monitoring Stations Downloads

zip ModBus Test Utility Software   (Size: 694.1 KB)

pdf PVmet Brochure   (Size: 1.9 MB)
An overview of the PVmet line of Weather Stations

RainWise Solar Monitoring Stations Manuals

pdf PVmet 150 User Guide   (Size: 1.7 MB)

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