PVA-600+ PV Analyzer Kit (Refurbished)

I-V Curves and PV Performance Verification

The PVA-600 has been discontinued. Please see our current PV Analyzer I-V Curve Tracers, the PVA-1000S and PVA-1500.

The Solmetric PV Analyzer is an I-V curve tracer with advanced modeling that enables unprecedented accuracy and insight into PV array performance during commissioning, O&M, auditing, and troubleshooting.

For each string, the PV Analyzer^TM measures I-V (current vs voltage) and P-V (power vs voltage) curves with a single button press in less than 250ms. The measured results are compared to the expected performance based on actual instantaneous irradiance and module temperature and a sophisticated model of the system. The I-V unit communicates wirelessly to a Windows tablet or laptop (not included) enhancing safety, outdoor readability, and the ability to do detailed analysis in the field.

I-V curves are the preferred method for verifying array performance during the commissioning phase of a project because they give the most detailed electrical characterization of the array. Populations of curves can be analyzed quickly for outliers and data can be archived as a baseline for future reference if performance questions arise.

Save Time, Reduce Risk, Maximize ROI

Included with the PVA-600+ Kit

• Features
  • I-V and P-V graphs
  • Large, bright, colorful user interface on (user supplied) tablet or laptop for ease-of-use and in-field analysis.
  • Wireless interface speeds setup, eliminates tangled wires, increases safety, and provides flexibility in troubleshooting.
  • Built-in advanced predictive PV models give highly accurate expected performance and instant performance feedback.
  • Database of more than 10,000 modules with automatic updates.
  • Careful control of sweep speeds accurately measures high-efficiency modules and strings.
  • Rugged design can measure string-after-string, combiner-after-combiner without overheating or slowing down measurement time.
  • Automated data management and analysis.
  • Refurbished units, six (6) month warranty
  • May have cosmetic issues that do not affect performance
• Electrical Specifications
  • PV voltage: 0-600 V DC
  • PV current: 0-20A DC
  • Minimum Voc: 20 V DC
  • Wireless sensor range:>300 ft
  • Minimum Isc: 1 A DC
  • Measurement sweep time: <250 ms

The PVA-600+ comes standard with:

• I-V Measurement Unit with soft carrying case
• PVA Software for Windows™
• SolSensor Wireless PV Reference Sensor
• Connector saver jumper set (two 12-inch m-f MC-4 jumpers)
• MC-4 to MC-3 adaptor cable set
• Battery charger (AC adapter)

• PV Analyzer Test Leads (MC-4 to alligator clips, 5 ft)
• I-V Data Analysis Tool for Microsoft Excel™

• Windows 8, Windows 7 (all editions), Windows Vista (32 bit only), Windows XP SP3
• 700 MHz
• 500 MB RAM
• 100 MB hard drive space
• Minimum resolution: 1024 by 600
• 2 USB ports (works with USB hubs)