Solar Irradiance Meter
Product Code : SCL-PLE-11858
The StemAids Solar Irradiance Meter (Pyranometer) is a precision handheld instrument engineered for the empirical measurement of solar power density. This device allows students and engineers to quantify the amount of solar radiation reaching a specific surface area, typically measured in Watts per square meter (W/m2). Manufactured to ISO 9001:2015 standards, it is an indispensable tool for University Renewable Energy labs to determine the efficiency of solar panels, perform site surveys, and study the atmospheric attenuation of sunlight.
Technical Specifications
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Tender Specification |
OEM Technical Detail |
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Measurement Range |
0 to 2000 W/m2 or 0 to 634 BTU/(ft2×h) |
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Spectral Response |
400 to 1100nm (covers the visible and near-infrared spectrum) |
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Accuracy |
Typically within ±10 W/m2 or ±5% of reading |
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Resolution |
0.1 W/m2 |
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Display |
High-contrast 3.5 digit LCD for easy outdoor readability |
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Sampling Time |
Approx. 0.25 seconds per reading |
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Functions |
Data Hold, Max/Min Memory, and selectable units (W/m2 or BTU) |
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Sensor Type |
High-stability Silicon Photodiode with integrated cosine correction |
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ISO Compliance |
Manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems |
Key Pedagogical Outcomes (Bloom’s Taxonomy Alignment)
- Environmental Interface: Facilitates student understanding of "Insolation" and how solar energy varies by geography, time of day, and weather conditions.
- Efficiency Quantification: Enables the physical calculation of Solar Panel Efficiency; learners apply the meter to find the available solar power (Pin) and compare it with the panel's electrical output (Pout).
- Atmospheric Analysis: Supports the analysis of "Optical Depth"; students evaluate how cloud cover, humidity, and air pollution attenuate the solar energy reaching the Earth's surface.
- Site Evaluation: Allows students to evaluate and identify the "Global Horizontal Irradiance" (GHI) and "Direct Normal Irradiance" (DNI) to determine the optimal placement for solar arrays.
International Logistics & Compliance
StemAids ensures comprehensive OEM readiness for global institutional procurement:
- Packaging: Export-grade protective carrying case. The sensitive silicon sensor is protected by a dedicated cap and nested in high-density anti-shock foam to maintain calibration integrity during transit.
- Documentation: Includes Manufacturer’s Authorization Form (MAF), Certificate of Conformance (CoC), and a factory calibration certificate traceable to international standards.
- Durability: Ruggedized handheld design featuring UV-resistant housing and a long-life battery system, ensuring reliable field use for environmental data logging.
Direct OEM Sourcing Advantages
Procuring the StemAids Solar Irradiance Meter directly ensures vertical manufacturing control:
- Cosine-Corrected Sensing: Our meters are engineered with a diffuser that ensures accurate readings even when the sun is at a low angle (non-perpendicular), which is critical for all-day data collection.
- Temperature Stability: Direct oversight of the sensor circuitry ensures minimal thermal drift, meaning the meter stays accurate even when the device itself heats up under direct sunlight.
- Direct Factory Spares Availability: Guaranteed availability of replacement sensors, battery doors, and protective cases to maximize the long-term ROI of the field equipment.
- Quality Assurance: Every unit is calibrated against a laboratory-standard pyranometer to ensure that students are working with data that reflects professional-grade meteorological accuracy.
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