Solar Domestic Circuit Apparatus
Product Code : SCL-PLE-11859
The JLab India Solar Domestic Circuit Apparatus is an advanced demonstrational workstation engineered to simulate a complete residential photovoltaic (PV) power system. This apparatus provides a transparent view of how solar energy is harvested, regulated, stored, and finally converted into usable AC and DC power for household appliances. It is a critical asset for University Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Sustainable Development departments to quantify the efficiency of domestic energy transition.
Technical Specifications
| Tender Specification | OEM Technical Detail |
| Solar Harvesting | High-efficiency Monocrystalline Silicon PV Panel with adjustable mount |
| Charge Controller | Integrated PWM or MPPT controller with overcharge/discharge protection |
| Energy Storage | Deep-cycle rechargeable battery (Lead-Acid or Lithium-ion based) |
| Inverter System | DC-to-AC Pure Sine Wave or Square Wave Inverter (approx. 100W–200W) |
| Domestic Loads | AC Load (Bulb/Fan) and DC Load (LED/DC Fan/USB charging port) |
| Monitoring System | Multi-channel Digital Meters for Panel V/I, Battery V, and Load V/I |
| Safety Interface | Integrated MCBs (Miniature Circuit Breakers) and Fuse protection |
| Chassis | Large-format vertical mimic panel for clear classroom visualization |
Certification | ISO certificates available on request |
Key Pedagogical Outcomes (Bloom’s Taxonomy Alignment)
- Infrastructure Interface: Facilitates student understanding of the "Smart Home" energy cycle; learners observe the entire path from photon absorption to the powering of an AC appliance.
- Energy Balance Quantification: Enables the physical study of load management; learners apply various AC and DC loads to calculate the discharge rate and battery autonomy (backup time).
- Conversion Efficiency Analysis: Supports the analysis of "Inverter Losses"; students evaluate the power consumed by the inverter itself compared to the power delivered to the AC load.
- Safety Protocol Evaluation: Allows students to evaluate the role of protection devices (MCBs and Charge Controllers) in preventing system failure during over-current or low-voltage scenarios.
International Logistics & Compliance
JLab India ensures comprehensive OEM readiness for global institutional procurement:
- Packaging: Export-grade, reinforced seaworthy crating (ISPM-15 compliant). The large vertical mimic panel is secured with edge-guards and shock-absorbent layers to prevent fracturing of the PV cell or internal meters.
- Documentation: Includes Manufacturer’s Authorization Form (MAF), Certificate of Conformance (CoC), and a comprehensive instructor's manual with "Solar Day" simulation experiments.
- Durability: Tropicalized design featuring anti-corrosive wiring and moisture-resistant internal switchgear, ensuring long-term reliability in high-humidity climates.
Direct OEM Sourcing Advantages
Procuring the JLab India Solar Domestic Circuit Apparatus directly ensures vertical manufacturing control:
- True-to-Life Logic: Unlike small-scale toys, our apparatus uses industrial-grade charge controllers and inverters, providing students with experience on hardware identical to real-world residential installations.
- Comprehensive Mimic Layout: Direct oversight ensures the front panel features a high-fidelity circuit diagram, allowing students to trace the flow of energy from the Sun → Controller → Battery → Inverter →
- Direct Factory Spares Availability: Guaranteed availability of replacement PV modules, deep-cycle batteries, and inverter boards to maximize the long-term ROI of the lab facility.
- Safety Integration: Direct oversight of the earthing (grounding) system and low-voltage isolation ensures that the unit remains safe for student interaction even during high-current AC output tests.
