The Solar Installation PV100 is an easy-to-use tester which enables the performance and electrical
safety of Solar PV installations to be tested at the push of a single button.
The Solar Installation PV100 connects directly to the installation using the supplied MC4 or Sunclix
connectors, ensuring that there are no exposed live DC conductors and all tests are performed in a
safe and controlled manner. Measurement results are displayed concisely on the large backlit
display and can be stored in the internal memory for review (the internal memory can store full
measurement data for up to 9 PV strings) with automatic comparison of voltage and current
measurements between strings and on-screen warning if there is greater than 5% variation.
The Solar Installation PV100 connects directly to all standard PV modules, strings and arrays using
the supplied test adaptors (MC4 and Sunclix included in kit. MC3 adaptors are available
separately).
There is no requirement for external test boxes or fixtures – all test connections for open circuit volt-
age, short circuit current and insulation resistance are automatically configured inside the test in-
strument ensuring that testing is performed in the correct manner and without risk of damage to
the solar PV modules or danger to the operator. The insulation resistance test voltages of 250V,
500V and 1000V are available, allowing testing of all PV installations with a system voltage up to
1000V.
Ground continuity measurements between any exposed metal parts of the array and the protective
ground conductor in the building can be performed using the supplied 4mm test leads. If longer
test leads are required, errors due to the resistance of the test leads can be eliminated using the
built in capability to zero out test leads.
The supplied AC/DC current clamp allows measurement of currents up to 40A.
The on-board memory allows measurement data to be stored for later review. When testing
multiple string installations, the automatic measurement comparison feature allows the operator to
quickly and easily ensure that any variations in open circuit voltage or short circuit current
measurements are within 5%, as required by IEC 62446.