International Guideline for the Certification of Photovoltaic
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Sampling guideline for inspection and testing of PV modules
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Can a stand-alone photovoltaic system be tested?
Abstract: Tests to determine the performance of stand-alone photovoltaic (PV) systems and for verifying PV system design are presented in this recommended practice. These tests apply only to complete systems with a defined load. The methodology includes testing the system outdoors in prevailing conditions and indoors under simulated conditions.
What is a standard for photovoltaic systems?
Current projects that have been authorized by the IEEE SA Standards Board to develop a standard. Tests to determine the performance of stand-alone photovoltaic (PV) systems and for verifying PV system design are presented in this recommended practice. These tests apply only to complete systems with a defined load.
What is a DC test for a solar PV system?
This standard also describes DC testing of the PV system, which can also be used for periodic testing of the system. In the standard, the test is classified into categories 1 and 2 according to the size of the PV system. Category 1 applies to all solar PV generation systems.
Can a PV system be tested if a load changes?
These tests do not cover PV systems connected to an electric utility. Test results are only relevant to the system tested. If the PV system or load changes in any way, then the tests should be rerun on the modified system. It may be desired to run performance tests on the load (s).
Do photovoltaic modules need a certification test protocol?
A certification test protocol that delivers an accurate and credible estimate of component and system performance is needed. Even with current component qualification information, photovoltaic module performance data must be modified to account for actual conditions.
How is photovoltaic system performance determined?
Photovoltaic system performance can be determined as the ac system output under Performance Test Conditions (PTC)3 which are defined as Data should be sampled at an interval of no greater than 60 seconds and averaged over an interval of no more than 30 minutes.