Solar Irradiance Meter
Product Code : SCL-EAE-11348
Quick answer: The Solar Irradiance Meter measures the intensity of incident solar radiation at a chosen location, that is the power arriving per unit area, commonly expressed in watts per square metre. It is used in photovoltaic experiments to compare sunlight at different panel angles, times and sites. Lab Exports manufactures it in Delhi for schools, colleges and universities.
Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Instrument type | Single measurement instrument |
| Measured parameter | Incident solar irradiance |
| Irradiance unit | Commonly expressed in watts per square metre |
| Brand | Lab Exports |
Measurement range, resolution and accuracy are confirmed with the quotation.
How it is used
Solar irradiance is the power of sunlight falling on a surface per unit area. Near midday on a clear day it approaches about 1000 W/m2 at ground level, and it falls with cloud, haze, shade, the time of day and the angle between the surface and the sun's rays. The meter's sensor turns this incoming radiation into a reading, so these effects can be measured instead of guessed.
In photovoltaic experiments the meter is held at the same tilt as the solar module, so the reading describes the light the module actually receives. Dividing the electrical power output of the module by the irradiance multiplied by its area gives an estimate of its conversion efficiency.
- Place the sensor at the location to be tested, clear of shadows.
- Tilt the sensor to the same angle as the solar module under study.
- Allow the reading to settle and record it.
- Repeat at other angles, times of day or locations and compare the values.
Key features
- Measures incident solar radiation for laboratory or field observations
- Relates available sunlight to the output of a solar panel or PV system
- Readings can be compared at different panel angles, times and locations
- Turns solar-radiation theory into quantitative measurement activities
- Supports renewable energy, physics, environmental science and engineering studies
Documentation and supply
Most Lab Exports products carry a one-year manufacturer warranty.
Lab Exports manufactures the Solar Irradiance Meter at its works in Laxmi Nagar, Delhi, and supplies it to schools, colleges and universities in India and 60+ countries, handling the export documents for each shipment. More about the company is on the About Lab Exports page.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a solar irradiance meter measure?
The power of incident solar radiation per unit area at the sensor, commonly expressed in watts per square metre.
How is the solar irradiance meter used with a solar panel?
The sensor is set at the same angle as the panel, so the reading can be compared with the panel's electrical output to judge its performance and efficiency.
What is the price of the Solar Irradiance Meter?
Prices are not published on the website. Add the Solar Irradiance Meter to the Enquiry Cart with the Add To Cart button on this page, or email [email protected] with the house code SCL-EAE-11348 and the quantity, to receive a quotation.
Does Lab Exports manufacture the Solar Irradiance Meter?
Yes. Lab Exports manufactures the Solar Irradiance Meter at its works at 11/315, Lalita Park, Laxmi Nagar, Delhi 110092, under house code SCL-EAE-11348.
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