Fluke IRR1-SOL

Name: Fluke IRR1-SOL Solar Irradiance Meter
Brand: Fluke
SKU: IRR1SOL
Price: 416.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Our Part No. IRR1SOL

Mfr. Model IRR1-SOL

Catalog No. 5218288

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Fluke IRR1-SOL

Our Part No. IRR1SOL

Mfr. Model IRR1-SOL

Catalog No. 5218288

The Fluke IRR1-SOL is a Solar Irradiance Meter that can take the critical measurements needed for installing, testing, maintaining, and reporting on solar panels or photovoltaic systems with one, easy-to-use tool.

High precision mono-crystalline solar sensor
Instantaneous irradiance measurements up to 1400 W/m²
Built-in temperature sensor or external suction mount temperature probe measures ambient and panel temperatures

This product is available for shipping to the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico only.

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Key Features

High Precision Mono-Crystalline Solar Sensor
Instantaneous irradiance measurements up to 1400 W/m²
Two Option for Temperature Measurement
Use built-in temperature sensor or external suction mount temperature probe to measure ambient and panel temperature
Integrated Compass
Measure and document roof or site orientation
Inclination Sensor
Know roof and PV panel tilt when surveying, installing, or adjusting installation

Irradiance

Measuring range: 0 to 1400 W/m²
Resolution: 1 W/m²
Measuring accuracy: ± (5 % + 5 Digit)

Temperature Measurement

Measuring range (°C): -22 °F to 212 °F (-30 °C to 100 °C)
Resolution: 0.2 °F (0.1 °C) / 1 °F @>100 °F
Measuring accuracy: ±2 °F (±1 °C) @ 14 °F to 167 °F (-10 °C to 75 °C); ±4 °F (±2 °C) @ -22 °F to 14 °F (-30 °C to -10 °C); and 167 °F to 212 °F (75 °C to 100 °C)

Inclination Angle

Measuring range: -90° to +90°
Resolution: 0.1°
Measuring accuracy: ± 1.5°@ -50° to +50°, ±2.5° @ -85° to -50° and +50° to +85°; ±3.5° @ -90° to -85° and +85° to +90°

Compass

Measuring range: 0° to 360°
Resolution: 1°
Measuring accuracy: ± 7°

Temperature

Operating temperature IRR1-SOL: -20 °C to 50 °C (humidity <80 %), noncondensing
Operating temperature 80PR-IRR: -30 °C to 100 °C
Storage temperature: -30 °C to 60 °C (humidity <80 %)
Altitude: 0 m to max. 2000 m

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

International: IEC 61326-1: Portable Electromagnetic Environment
CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A
Group 1: Equipment has intentionally generated and/or uses conductively coupled radio frequency energy that is necessary for radio frequency energy that is necessary for internal function of equipment itself; Class A: Equipment is suitable for use in all establishments other than domestic and those directly connected to low voltage power supply network that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes; there may be potential difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in other environments due to conducted and radiated disturbances; Caution: This equipment is not intended for use in residential environments and may not provide adequate protection to radio reception in such environments
Korea (KCC): Class A Equipment (Industrial Broadcasting and Communication Equipment) Class A: Equipment meets requirements for industrial electromagnetic wave equipment and seller or user should take notice of it; this equipment is intended for use in business environments and not to be used in homes; USA (FCC) 47 CFR 15 subpart B; this product is considered an exempt device per clause 15.103

Protection

IP protection: IP40

Power Supply and Battery Life

Batteries: 4 AA Alkaline Batteries
Battery life (typical): 50 hours (> 9000 readings)
Auto power off: 30 minutes

Details

The Fluke IRR1-SOL Irradiance Meter can make the critical measurements needed for installing, testing, maintaining, and reporting on solar panels or photovoltaic systems with one, easy-to-use tool.

The IRR1-SOL Irradiance Meter has been designed from the ground up to simplify the installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of photovoltaic arrays, measuring irradiance, temperature, inclination and direction of the solar array in a single handheld tool. With a rugged, compact design, a protective carrying case, and an easy-to-read, high-contrast LCD screen to read measurements in direct sunlight, the IRR1-SOL can go anywhere. The simple user interface, instantaneous solar irradiation measurements and built-in temperature sensor make it easy to meet the IEC 61446 and IEC 62446 requirements for testing, documenting, and maintaining photovoltaic systems. Additionally, the integrated compass and inclination sensor allows users to quickly measure and document roof and site orientation, pitch, and panel tilt while surveying, installing, or adjusting an installation.

Whether working on a roof-mounted system or on a large field installation, the IRR1-SOL is the single-handed solution that every solar installer and technician needs in their tool bag.Use the IRR1-SOL for:

Photovoltaic system design and surveying

To find the expected production at a site, determine the solar resource while taking shading into account. The solar resource is measured in peak sun hours: the number of hours per day with 1,000 watts generated per square meter of solar array. Location, time of day, season, and weather conditions all influence peak sun hours. Use the Fluke IRR1-SOL to determine the actual solar irradiance (Watts/m²) and shading at the site to develop a baseline.

Measuring

Once the system is installed, make sure it is operating as designed by measuring its electrical characteristics and the actual power output of the array. The performance of a photovoltaic array is based on its current-voltage (IV) curve. Use the IRR1-SOL to obtain the amount of solar irradiance necessary to calculate the IV curve of the power output.

Comparing and diagnosing

Even when installed correctly, a photovoltaic system may not be producing the expected electrical production. For the photovoltaic system to produce the expected output, it is important to ensure that the system is receiving the right amount of irradiance energy to generate DC voltage fed into the inverter.

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