It’s an exciting time in the sensing industry
News for installers: fully anodized body for sunmeter and litemeter voltage
Casings for the new SUNMETER and LITEMETER Voltage are made of fully anodized aluminum for a more resistant product over time. The anodic oxidation is the electro-chemical process that generates an oxide film stably present on the metal surface. In addition to the aesthetic improvement, anodizing increases the durability of the surface, the abrasion and corrosion […]
A comparison of photovoltaic & thermopile pyranometers
Thermopile Pyranometer A thermopile pyranometer is capable of picking up the entire solar spectrum that arrives at Earth’s surface, from the ultra-violet (UV) to the far infra-red (FIR). This can be seen in Fig. 1, where the yellow area represents the reference solar spectrum. This peculiarity allows the pyranometer to carry out an accurate measurement […]
Compatibility Information for Sunmeter
Producer Article Code DataLogger / Inverter Model Link to Download Encombi SMx-485 ECpv-ECcube Kindly contact the Producer for Manual LMx-485 PYRx-485 Envolve srl SMx-485 SOLARNET Datalogger Listed-Kindly contact the Producer for Manual LMx-485 PYRx-485 FIMER/ABB SM Sunspec FIMER/ABB inverter* Listed for CompatibilityInstallation Manual included in the product Fractalgarden SMx-485 ErmesLog Listed for CompatibilityKindly contact the […]
The instrumental drift of solarimeter solar cells
Our factory use a stabilization treatment on the photovoltaic cells in our solar sensors. After years of recalibration experience we have observed that the instrumental drift in our sensors after 18 months is less than 3%. This data is very positive as it gives us proof that the preconditioning of the cell we developed has […]
How do thermopile pyranometers work?
The physics behind the thermopile pyranometer Solar radiation can be measured according to the Seebeck effect. This thermopile effect is part of a physical phenomenon called thermoelectric effect, in which the temperature difference between two dissimilar electrical conductors produces a voltage difference. The potential difference between the two conductors kept at different temperatures is defined […]
Can I calibrate my solar and heat sensors myself?
In a word: No. DIY calibration is not a good idea. To ensure accuracy and precision, our products have to be calibrated by an authorized dealer.
Exciting news: sunmeter now compatible with solar log©; making monitoring your solar systems easier and more seamless than ever before
We’re thrilled to announce a collaboration with Solar Log,Thanks to this partnership, Sunmeter is now fully compatible with all models of Solar Log data loggers, making monitoring your solar systems easier and more seamless than ever before. Whether you’re a Solar Log user already or considering integrating Sunmeter into your solar setup, you’ll find our […]
Intersolar Europe, Munich, Germany, 15-17 May 2019
MEET US AT INTERSOLAR EUROPE IN MUNICH, GERMANY FROM MAY 15-17 2019. DISCOVER OUR LATEST PRODUCTS RELEASES. Intersolar Europe is the world’s leading exhibition for the solar industry and its partners and takes place annually at the Messe München exhibition center in Munich, Germany. The event’s exhibition and conference both focus on the areas of […]
Solarimeters vs pyranometers When monitoring the performance of solar plants and solar energy
When monitoring the performance of solar plants and solar energy, is it better using a silicon solarimeter or a pyranometer? When deciding between solarimeters and pyranometers, it is better to use a solarimeter (or silicon cell irradiation sensor) for the following reasons. Obviously, pyranometers have some advantages. In the downloadable PDF below, each of these four points […]
What is the difference between calibration and adjustment
Calibration and adjustment are two similar processes that are often confused and wrongly used interchangeably. This article aims to clear up the differences. The National Physics Laboratory clearly explains the key differences between CALIBRATION and ADJUSTMENT: Calibration Calibration is defined as a set of operations that establish, under specified conditions, the relationship between the values […]
