The PV150 Solar Installation Test Kit includes all of the tools needed to determine the electrical safety and performance of photovoltaic installations in line with international requirements (IEC 62446).

The kit is based around the Solar Installation PV150, which combines all test functions required to meet international standards into one safe, easy-to-use, hand-held device. The addition of USB and wireless Solarlink connectivity makes the PV150 the most versatile, safe and technically advanced solar PV tester on the market.

Transforming the way that PV systems are tested, the PV150 combines ground continuity, insulation resistance, open circuit voltage, short circuit current, operating current (using supplied AC/DC current) and DC operating power test functions into one handheld unit. The kit includes MC4 and Sunclix test adaptors which enable quick, safe and easy connection of the tester to the PV modules, strings or array.

As well as a comprehensive range of electrical test functions, the PV150 has memory to store up to 200 complete test records with USB connectivity to enable these to be quickly and easily downloaded to a PC. When coupled with Seaward’s SolarCert Elements software program (supplied separately) professional test certificates and reports can be created.

The PV150 tester features new Solarlink connectivity which further improves the versatility of the instrument. Using Seaward Solarlink, the PV150 can wirelessly capture and record realtime irradiance, ambient temperature and PV module temperature measurements from the Solar Survey 200R (supplied separately). This means that you can take all measurements, as required by IEC 62446 standards, simultaneously.

What is IEC 62446?

IEC 62446: 2009 Grid connected PV systems – minimum requirements for systemdocumentation, commissioning tests, and inspection.

• In short the standard sets out measures to ensure that:
• The PV panels and electrical supply connections have been wired up correctly
• That the electrical insulation is good
• The protective ground connection is as it should be
• There has been no damage to cables during installation
• That the PV installation performance is as expected

Test functions

• Ground continuity measurement
• Ground test lead null (up to 10Ω) for long test-lead
• PV string open circuit voltage measurement up to 1000V DC
• Polarity Indication
• PV string short circuit current measurement up to 15A DC
• PV array insulation test at 250/500/1000V

In The Box

• Solar Survey 200R Irradiance Meter
• Solar Survey 200R Mounting Bracket
• AC/DC Current Clamp
• SolarCert Solar PV Reporting Software
• (2) MC4 test lead adaptors,
• (2) combiner box test probes
• Detachable alligator clips (MC4)
• (2) test leads with detachable alligator clips (4mm)
• USB download cable
• Rugged carry bag
• Quick start guide
• Calibration certificates

Manuals/Guides

Manuals

• Seaward PV150 Manual

Spec Sheets

• Seaward PV150 Data Sheet

Manufacturer Specs

Technical Specification
Earth/Ground Continuity
Display Range	0.00Ω to 199Ω
Measuring Range	0.01Ω to 199Ω
Resolution	0.01Ω maximum
Open Circuit Test Voltage	4VDC, nominal
Short Circuit Test Current	>200mA (as per IEC 61557-4)
Test Lead Compensation	Null out up to 10Ω
User Protection	Warning and test inhibited if ≥ 30V AC/DC detected at inputs
Insulation Resistance
Display Range	0.05MΩ to 199MΩ
Measuring Range	0.05MΩ to 199MΩ
Resolution	0.01MΩ maximum
Open Circuit Test Voltage	250V, 500V, 1000VDC (as per IEC 61557-2)
Short Circuit Test Current	>1mA, <2mA s/c as per IEC 61557-2
Visible Warning	≥ 30V AC or DC at inputs
Open Circuit Voltage
Display Range	0.0VDC to 1000VDC
Measuring Range	5.0VDC to 1000VDC
Resolution	0.1V maximum
Enunciators	DC voltage polarity correct or reversed
Short Circuit Current
Display Range	0.0ADC - 15.00ADC
Measurement Range	0.5ADC - 15.00ADC
Resolution	0.01A
Operating Current (Using AC/DC Current Clamp)
Display Range	0.0A - 40A
Measurement Range	0.5A - 40A
Resolution	0.1A max
DC Operating Power
Display range	0.0kW - 40.0kW
Measurement ranges	0.1kW - 40.0kW
Resolution	0.1kW
Datalogging And Connectivity
Datalogging	Up to 200 complete test datasets Download utility software included Compatible with SolarCert Elements software (version 1.1)
Connectivity USB	USB download to PC Wireless Solarlink to Survey 200R (range c. 100m/ 330ft)
General Specification
Display	Custom LCD with backlight
Power Supply	6 x 1.5V Alkaline LR06
Battery Life	>1000 test sequences
Auto Power Down	User programmable
Additional Information
Warranty Period	2 years
Calibration Interval	1 year