Solar PhotoVoltaic Environment Chambers

Solar PhotoVoltaic Environment Chambers

A Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Environmental Chamber is a specialized testing chamber designed to assess the performance, durability, and reliability of solar PV modules, solar panels, and related components under controlled environmental conditions. These chambers simulate extreme conditions such as temperature fluctuations, humidity, UV radiation, thermal cycling, and mechanical stress to ensure that PV systems can withstand real-world weather conditions.

These chambers are essential for R&D, quality control, and regulatory compliance for PV modules and components. Industries such as solar energy, renewable energy, and green technology rely on these chambers to ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015, CE, NABL and other industry standards

Key Features

Multi-Parameter Environmental Testing:

Combines temperature, humidity, UV exposure, and thermal cycling in one unit.

Wide Temperature Range:

From -70°C to +180°C for simulating extreme weather fluctuations.

Humidity Control:

Maintains 10% to 98% RH (Relative Humidity) for moisture testing.

UV Radiation Simulation:

Simulates sunlight UV exposure for IEC 61215 testing requirements.

Thermal Cycling:

Rapid shifts between hot and cold temperatures to identify cracks and deformations.

Data Logging & Remote Access:

Real-time monitoring, data logging via USB, Ethernet, and cloud-based connectivity.

Compliance with IEC Standards:

ISO 9001:2015, CE, NABL and other industry standards

Custom Racks & Fixtures:

Adjustable racks to hold multiple solar PV modules for simultaneous testing.

Safety Systems:

Over-temperature protection, humidity alarms, and emergency shutdown systems for safe operation.

Applications

Solar Energy Industry:

Testing PV modules and solar panels for thermal shock, UV degradation, and humidity effects.

Renewable Energy:

Assessing the durability and reliability of PV components in harsh environments.

R&D and Quality Control:

Product development, certification, and quality assurance for solar PV systems.

Energy Storage Systems:

Testing solar batteries, inverters, and power electronics used in PV systems.

Component Testing:

Ensuring the performance of EVA films, glass covers, and back sheets used in PV modules.

Compliance and Certification:

Ensures compliance with ISO 9001:2015, CE, NABL and other industry standards

Testing Capabilities

Thermal Cycling (IEC 61215 Testing):

Simulates sudden temperature changes from hot to cold to identify cracks, solder joint failures, and thermal stress issues in PV modules.

Humidity Freeze Testing:

Combines high humidity with freezing temperatures to check for delamination, adhesion loss, and moisture ingress.

UV Degradation Testing:

Exposes PV modules to UV radiation to check the degradation of back sheets, EVA layers, and coatings.

Damp Heat Testing:

Simulates prolonged exposure to high humidity and elevated temperatures to test the moisture resistance of PV modules.

Steady-State Testing:

Maintains a constant temperature and humidity for extended periods for long-term stability testing.

Mechanical Load Testing:

Applies mechanical loads to PV modules while under temperature cycling to identify stress points and structural weaknesses.

Technical Data Sheet

SpecificationDetails
ModelCustomizable (Standard & Custom Models Available)
Internal Volume100 L to 1000+ L (Custom Sizes Available)
Temperature Range-70°C to +180°C (Customizable Ranges)
Temperature Accuracy±1°C at steady-state conditions
Temperature Uniformity±2.0°C
Humidity Range10% to 98% RH (Relative Humidity Control)
Humidity Accuracy±2% RH
UV RadiationUp to 200 W/m² (Customizable) for UV exposure testing
Thermal Cycling Rate5°C to 10°C per minute (Customizable for faster rates)
Controller TypeThyristorized PID controller, PLC-based, Touchscreen HMI Interface
Data LoggingUSB, Ethernet, Cloud-based Remote Monitoring
Test ModesThermal Cycling, UV Exposure, Humidity Testing, Steady-State Testing
Power Supply415 V/ 3-Phase (Custom Voltage Options Available)
Noise Level< 75 dB at full load
Construction MaterialStainless Steel (Interior), Powder-Coated Steel (Exterior)
ComplianceISO 9001:2015, CE, NABL and other industry standards
Safety FeaturesOver-temperature protection, humidity control failure alarms, UV overexposure alarms, and emergency stop
Warranty1 Year(Extended Warranty Available)
Optional FeaturesIoT Connectivity, Remote Monitoring, Custom Racks, Solar Tracker for Panel Movement