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Portable I-V Testers for PV Modules

Photo of Portable I-V Tester (Configuration 1) Portable testers measure the current-voltage characteristics of PV modules and small arrays illuminated by natural sunlight.

Current and voltage data—digitized by a 12- or 16-bit analog-to-digital converter—are provided to the computer for analysis and display. Easy-to-use software interprets the data and generates test reports and data files.

These photos illustrate the three configurations available.

Basic System Features Photo of Portable I-V Tester (Configuration 2)

  • Operates on battery power
  • Saves data in text format for easy import to other programs
  • 10 A current range, 50 V voltage range
  • Notebook computer
  • Instruction manual

Options Photo of Portable I-V Tester (Configuration 3)

  • Reference cell
  • Reference cell current (or voltage) and temperature measurement capabilities
  • Module temperature measurement capability
  • Customized voltage and current ranges up to 200 volts and 20 amperes
  • Unattended operation

Other options are available; please contact us to discuss your requirements.