PSE Instruments GmbH
PSE Instruments GmbH is a team of solar professionals that takes on projects to assist solar research institutions and solar companies. We provide a range of equipment for testing of solar thermal collectors and photovoltaic modules.
- +49-761-47914-0
- +49-761-47914-44
- info@pse.de
- Hanferstr. 4
Freiburg, 79108
Germany
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Tracker
For regions with stable weather conditions, PSE provides two outdoor bi-axial trackers, which keep test samples perpendicular to the sun. PSE trackers are designed for outdoor testing and certification of both solar thermal collectors and PV modules. With our trackers it is possible to test more than one collector at the same time. Simultaneous collector testing can allow direct comparison of different collector designs under identical conditions or increase the measurement throughput of collectors and modules. In our product line we offer the following tracking systems:
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IV Curve Tracer
IVCT
In recent years, we have been developing a sophisticated IV curve tracer for PV modules including a maximum power point tracking (MPPT) function. The IV curve tracer is designed for operation with any market-available steady-state solar simulator. Through our web-based software design, the operator can supervise the test results from every computer in a company network. The software contains functions such as an irradiation sum counter that helps to check requirements stated in a stabilization test like they are defined in IEC 61215 (MQT 19). We have also included a correction function to correct the traced IV curves to standard test conditions (STC) when the user enters the required temperature coefficients. One of the most important features is the multi-IV curve tracing function, which enables the user to display more than 150 IV curves in one graph. This eases the analysis of the weakest cells in hot-spot tests, which are required in IEC 61730 (MST 22) and IEC 61215 (MQT 09).
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Peel-off Tester For PV Module Laminate
The connection between the laminate and all other components of a PV module are essential for a high durability and long lifetime of PV modules. Only when the laminate protects the electrical components from humidity and water is a good insulation guaranteed.
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Steady-state Solar Simulator For PV Modules
SORAS LS
In certification laboratories for photovoltaic modules, steady-state solar simulators are mostly used for stabilization / light soaking tests (MQT 19) and hot-spot endurance tests (MQT 09) according to IEC 61215 and IEC 61730. An initial stabilization is required for all PV modules that undergo a standard test procedure. For the hot-spot endurance test (MQT 09), it is important that the operator has easy access to the front and back site of the module. During the test, it is necessary to shade one cell after each other to take infrared pictures, which requires good visibility of the entire back side. Our swiveling module holding system enables easy access to the front and back side of the module.
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Module Breakage Tester
MBT
The tester is used to provide confidence that the risk of physical injuries can be minimized if the PV module is broken in its specified installation. The module breakage test is specified in the IEC 61730 (MST 32).
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Outdoor Exposure Tester
OET
A comprehensive analysis of PV modules includes many different parameters. Determining the normal module operating temperature (NMOT), incidence angle effects and comparing soiling effects on different modules up to the initial degradation of PV modules are all parameters that can be analyzed with our outdoor exposure tester. The tester comes with up to twelve electronic loads installed in a 19" rack. The loads have two main functions: maximum power point tracking (MPPT) and IV curve tracing. For the advanced analysis, it is possible to change between these two modes within one test. In the normal operation mode, the electronic load keeps the module under MPP and each predefined interval an IV curve is traced. The entire tester comes with all necessary sensors such as temperature sensor, which can be attached to the module to determine the NMOT temperature like defined in IEC 61215 (MQT 05) and IEC 61853-2. The irradiation sensor is also included. In combination with our tracking system P2, it is also possible to determine incident angle effects of the PV module. It is also possible to connect other irradiation sensors for diffuse and direct irradiation, which helps to understand the behavior of the module in different irradiation conditions. An optional albedo meter is a powerful tool for the analysis of bifacial modules. The entire graphical user interface is web based and offers the possibility to access the system from the all computers in the network.
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Mechanical Load Tester
Solar modules and collectors, whether on roofs, in façades, or freestanding, are often exposed to high mechanical stress or load: A deep layer of snow or strong winds can greatly affect the materials and connections. Mechanical load test stands accurately test the durability of PV modules and thermal solar collectors.
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Specialized Machines And Custom Test Stands
PSE AG has been developing test stands for many years for a wide variety of clients and uses. If you don’t see exactly the specialized test stand you need for your innovative research, we will design and develop it for you. The following are some examples of test stand solutions that we have developed in cooperation with research institutes and industry clients:
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System and Collection Tester
SysColl
For certification in many markets, performance of the complete factory made system (for example thermosiphon systems) plays an equally important role as collector performance. Our SysColl test stand is a combined test facility for performance testing of both solar collectors and solar thermal systems. This allows you to take advantage of a flexible two in one test solution.
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Test Equipment Development
PSE AG has been developing test equipment for many years for a wide variety of clients and uses. If you don’t see exactly the specialized test stand that you need for your innovative research, we will design and develop it for you.
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Rain Penetration And Thermal Shock Tester
RAST
This is a user-friendly, three-in-one test stand for your operating convenience. Internal and external shock tests as well as rain penetration tests are all important for determining the quality and durability of your products and meeting all relevant international standards.
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PID Testing Equipment
The potential induced degradation (PID) is addressed with the standard IEC TS 62804-1. The standard defines two methods that enable analyzing occurring PID effects in a specific PV module type. PSE AG offers the necessary equipment for the test in a climate chamber. The test equipment can work with any climate chamber on the market and is delivered turnkey. It comes with all necessary equipment, high voltage power sources, sensors, data acquisition and software.
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Tracker for Testing CPV Module Systems
The tracking precision of our biaxial tracker is better than ±1° on each axis, with an option for ±0.1° precision. This makes the tracker ideal for testing concentrating PV modules. The software runs all required tests for angle-dependent testing of PV modules according to IEC 62108.
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UV Chamber
In PV modules, many different components are exposed to the sunlight. Therefore, the IEC 61215 defines a UV preconditioning test (MQT 10) to test whether these components can withstand the UV radiation of the sun. In our test chamber, the UV radiation is up to five times the sun intensity to accelerate the test, as requested in the UV preconditioning test.
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Hail Impact Tester
HIT
Hailstorms can cause severe damage to modules and collectors. Our test stand enables you to carry out tests according to international standards. The hail impact test stand uses an air-pressurized launcher that shoots ice balls representing hailstones of a predetermined size at the module or collector mounted on the support frame.
