By including the PVM210 Irradiance Meter, CATIV 10 A DC AVO410 Multimeter, and a set of specialist solar test leads, the Megger PVK320 (1002-550) Photovoltaic Kit offers an ideal solution when setting up, commissioning and testing a photovoltaic installation.

The PVK320 kit provides the solar/photovoltaic engineer a clampmeter option for verifying, in combination with the PVM210 irradiance meter, the stated short circuit current as provided by the manufacturer of the solar panel (as required by published standards).

In addition, the clampmeter offers the option of testing the current within each 'string' on a larger solar array without disconnection of cables.

PVM210 Irradiance Meter

The PVM210 is a pocket-sized instrument that has both a solar detector and meter combined in one unit that permits single-handed use, ideal for working at height and on sloping roofs. The unit has a 3 3/4 digit display and a maximum range of 1999 W/m². A hold function allows easy measurements of solar power.

AVO410 CAT IV Multimeter

The AVO410 Multimeter features 1000 V DC / 750 V AC and 10 A AC / DC ranges. The meter has a CATIV 600 V safety rating; true RMS readings are possible on the AC ranges. Additional functions include resistance, frequency and capacitance measurements. These additional functions would prove to be of use in other sections of the photovoltaic installation.

Specialist PV Test Leads

In addition to the silicone multimeter test leads supplied with the AVO410, two pairs of specialist solar test leads are included in the PVK320 kit. The first pair of leads comprise of 1.3 meter test leads terminated at each end with standard 4 mm plugs while the other ends are terminated with the typical MC4 type solar panel connector. Where panels are fitted that utilize MC3 connectors, a pair of MC3 to MC4 0.2 meter adapter leads is supplied for convenience.