thermopile pyranometer secondary standard / Class A
Measure Solar Irradiance with Secondary Standard Accuracy
What is Thermopile Pyranometer Secondary Standard / Class A?
SuryaLogix Thermopile Pyranometer Secondary Standard – Advanced Solar Irradiance Measurement
The SuryaLogix Thermopile Pyranometer Secondary Standard (PTS-AX) is a high-accuracy solar irradiance sensor designed for PV plant monitoring, solar resource assessment, and performance analysis. It accurately measures incoming solar radiation to support energy yield optimization and reliable PV performance evaluation.
Compliant with ISO 9060:2018 and designed in accordance with IEC 61724-1:2021, the PTS-AX features a thermopile detector, double-dome construction, and RS-485 communication for dependable irradiance monitoring in rooftop, ground-mounted, and utility-scale solar power plants.
With a 0–4000 W/m² measurement range, 180° field of view, and 0.1 W/m² resolution, it integrates with SCADA systems, data loggers, and weather monitoring stations to deliver accurate solar irradiance data for long-term PV monitoring.
Why Choose SuryaLogix Thermopile Pyranometer Class A?
- ISO 9060:2018 compliant
- Designed in accordance with IEC 61724-1:2021
- Calibration as per ISO 9846 & ISO 9847
- Inbuilt tilt measurement
- RS-485 isolation up to ±5 kV
- RS-485 surge protection up to 6 kV
- Power-line surge protection up to 10 kV
- Internal temperature monitoring via Modbus
- High surge immunity
- 5-year warranty
Specifications & Features
- High-accuracy solar irradiance measurement (0–4000 W/m²)
- Digital RS-485 and analog outputs
- Inbuilt tilt measurement
- Advanced surge protection
- Internal temperature monitoring
- IP68 aluminium enclosure
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Thermopile Pyranometer Class A.
A pyranometer is a solar radiation sensor used to measure global solar irradiance received by a surface. It is widely used in solar power plants, weather stations, and solar energy monitoring systems.
A pyranometer is used for measuring solar radiation or solar irradiance, typically in W/m². It helps monitor available solar energy and evaluate the performance of solar power plants.
A thermopile pyranometer absorbs incoming solar radiation and converts the resulting thermal difference into an electrical signal. This signal is processed to provide an accurate solar irradiance measurement in W/m².
A Class A Pyranometer is a high-accuracy solar irradiance sensor classified according to ISO 9060:2018. It is designed for precise solar radiation measurement in solar power plants, research, and professional weather monitoring.
A Secondary Standard Pyranometer is a high-precision thermopile pyranometer classification associated with ISO 9060:1990. Under ISO 9060:2018, the corresponding highest performance class is Class A.
A Class A thermopile pyranometer is generally preferred for high-accuracy irradiance measurement in utility-scale solar power plants and performance monitoring applications.
Class A Pyranometers provide high-accuracy solar irradiance measurements, helping solar plants evaluate performance, calculate performance ratios, identify losses, and improve energy monitoring.
ISO 9060:2018 is an international standard that defines performance classifications and requirements for pyranometers and pyrheliometers used to measure solar radiation.