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Sonel PVM-1530 Photovoltaic Meter - Optional Pro Kit
- Optional Pro Kit
- Large structured memory of measurements
- Large touchscreen
- Measurement of I-U and P-U characteristics
SKU
PVM-1530/PRO
Sonel PVM-1530 Photovoltaic Meter
The Sonel PVM-1530 is an advanced meter for testing PV installations up to 1500 V, offering category 1 and I-U curve measurements per IEC 62446-1 and STC conversion per IEC 60891. Despite its extensive features, it is user-friendly, making it ideal for monitoring PV system safety and efficiency.
Its large, colourful touch screen with strong backlighting ensures easy operation in sunlight. The extensive memory simplifies post-measurement documentation, while its rugged, sealed housing provides durability and protection in harsh conditions, making it reliable for outdoor use.
Data from the PVM-1530 can be transferred via cable or wireless, with Sonel Reader software enabling data saving and printing. Optional Sonel Reports Plus software allows for detailed electric shock protection reports.
Key Features
- It can be used for category 1 measurements according to IEC 62446-1
- Allows the measurement of the I-U curve for category 2 according to IEC 62446-1
- Ability to define measurement procedures
- It converts measured parameters into STC conditions according to IEC 60891 in cooperation with the IRM-1 solar radiation and temperature meter
- reSYNC function - automatic completion of results with environmental parameters and their conversion to STC conditions after restoring connection with IRM-1
- The attachable radio interface ensures cooperation with the IRM-1 meter over long distances
- Built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for communication with external devices
- Large structured memory of measurements
- Large touchscreen for good visibility in bright sunlight
- Measurement of I-U and P-U characteristics. Conversion to STC conditions
- The open circuit voltage of the PV panel or a chain of panels, up to 1500 V DC
- RMS voltage of the AC network up to 1000 V with frequency measurement
- Short circuit current of a PV panel or chain of panels - up to 40 A DC
- Insulation resistance of PV panels - measuring a voltage of 250, 500, 1000, and 1500 V DC, simultaneous measurement of two values: RISO+ and RISO-
- Insulation resistance of AC circuits - measuring voltage 250, 500, 1000 V DC
- Resistance of protective conductors and equipotential bonding with ± 200 mA current
- Measurement of PV panels operating current and AC current - all with
Sonel IRM-1 Solar Radiation & Temperature Meter (Pro Kit)
The Sonel IRM-1 is a compact, essential tool for PV system testing, measuring solar radiation and temperatures to provide data for STC conversion. With a 5,000-record memory, it's ideal for PV plant design and diagnosing shading issues.
Designed to perform in harsh conditions, the IRM-1 features an IP65-rated housing that protects against dust and water, making it ideal for outdoor PV installations. Measurement data can be easily transferred to a computer via USB. At the same time, the built-in LoRa (Long-Range) wireless interface allows automatic data exchange with the master meter over long distances, enhancing its functionality and convenience.
Key Features
- Measurement of solar radiation and temperature
- The LoRa interface for communication with a master meter - offers a larger range than the Bluetooth technology!
- Automatic data synchronization with a master meter with reSYNC function
- Built-in compass and inclination sensor
- Built-in recorder that can be used to record solar radiation before constructing PV systems, as well as to measure the shading of existing systems
- Large measurement memory: 999 cache memory cells and 5000 recorder records available (one-time recording) with the option of overwriting them (continuous recording)
- Solar radiation intensity (irradiance) in W/m2 or BTU/ft2h
- PV panel temperature in °C or °F
- Ambient temperature in °C or °F
- Inclination angle of panels
- Orientation of the panels with the built-in compass
Sonel CMP-1015-PV Digital Clamp Meter (Pro Kit)
The Sonel CMP-1015-PV is a versatile tool for measuring DC current and voltage in photovoltaic systems, supporting up to 1500 V. Its VFD function enables precise measurements downstream of frequency converters. The meter’s high-brightness display ensures visibility in bright sunlight, while the built-in flashlight allows operation in low-light environments.
It provides advanced features like inrush current (INRUSH), AC and DC voltage components, and low-impedance voltage (Low Z) measurements. The built-in recorder with graphical displays enables efficient data visualization and analysis. An innovative design offers easy access to tight spaces, enhanced by a contactless voltage indicator sensor in the clamp.
Built for tough environments, the rubber housing protects against damage. Measurement data can be transferred via Bluetooth to the Sonel Multimeter Mobile app, allowing users to record, store, and annotate results with descriptions or photos. Data sharing is also easy via email, enhancing its usability and functionality.
Key Features
- HOLD
- Automatic range selection
- Current and voltage measurements downstream of the inverter, frequency converter or in the VFD system
- High voltage DC measurement (HVDC)
- Inrush current
- Non-contact voltage detector
- MIN / MAX
- PEAK HOLD
- Relative measurement REL
- TRMS measurement
- Memory
- internal
- measurements: 128 results
- recorder: 16 recordings, 100 000 points, sampling frequency: from 1 Hz
- external
- in mobile application
- internal
- Bluetooth communication
- Auto-off
- Battery indication
- Integrated flashlight
- Beeper
- Type: graphical LCD
- Display backlight
What's Included?
| PVM-1530 Pro | PVM-1530 | |
|---|---|---|
| IRM-1 Solar Radiation and Temperature Meter | 1 | |
| CMP-1015-PV Digital Clamp Meter for Photovoltaic Installations & Standard Accessories | 1 | |
| LORA-S1 USB Adapter for Data Transmission | 1 | |
| MC4-Banana Sockets Adapter 1.5 kV (Set) | 1 | 1 |
| Cable 2m with MC4 Plugs (Set of 2 pcs) | 1 | 1 |
| Test Lead 3m Blue 5 kV (Banana Plugs) | 1 | 1 |
| Test Lead 3m Yellow CAT III 1500 V (Banana Plugs) | 1 | 1 |
| Test Lead 1.8m Black 5 kV (Banana Plugs, Shielded) | 1 | 1 |
| 1.8 m Black 5 kV Cable (Banana Plugs, Shielded) | 1 | 1 |
| Crocodile Clip 1 kV 20 A Black | 2 | 2 |
| Pin Probe 5 kV (Banana Socket) Black | 2 | 2 |
| Solar Radiation Meter Mounting Kit for PV Panels & Probe | 1 | |
| 5 V Power Supply with USB 2.0 Output and a Detachable Micro-USB Cable | 1 | |
| L-4 Carrying Case | 1 | 1 |
| USB Cable | 1 | 1 |
| Mains Cable with IEC C13 Plug | 1 | 1 |
| Key for MC4 Connectors | 1 | 1 |
| Fuse 0.5 A, 1000 V AC/DC, 6.3x32 mm | 1 | 1 |
| Factory Calibration Certificate - PVM-1530 | 1 | 1 |
| Factory Calibration Certificate- IRM-1 | 1 | |
| Factory Calibration Certificate - CMP-1015-PV | 1 |
Product Range
- Sonel PVM-1530 Photovoltaic Meter
- Sonel PVM-1530-PRO Photovoltaic Meter Pro Kit
Videos
Sonel PVM-1530 Introduction
Sonel PVM-1530: new quality in PV installation measurements
Sonel PVM-1530 Pro Unboxing
Unboxing Sonel PVM-1530 Pro
Sonel IRM-1 Unboxing
Unboxing Sonel IRM-1
Sonel CMP-1015-PV Introduction
Sonel CMP-1015-PV – Profesjonalny miernik cęgowy do instalacji PV
Sonel CMP-1015-PV Unboxing
Unboxing Sonel CMP-1015-PV
Technical Information
Specification
Sonel PVM-1530 Photovoltaic Meter
| Parameter | Measurement Range | Display Range | Resolution | Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voltage | ||||
| AC voltage | 0.0 V…1000.0 V | 0.0 V…1000.0 V | 0.1 V | ±(2% m.v. + 6 digits) |
| DC voltage | 0.0 V…1500.0 V | 0.0 V…1500.0 V | 0.1 V | ±(0.5% m.v. + 2 digits) |
| Frequency | 10.0 Hz…100.0 Hz | 0 Hz…100.0 Hz | 0.1 Hz | ±(0.5% m.v. + 2 digits) |
| Short Circuit Current ISC | ||||
| Voltage 1500 V DC | 0.00…30.00 A | 0.00…30.00 A | 0.01 A | ±(1% m.v. + 2 digits) |
| Voltage 1000 V DC | 0.00…40.00 A | 0.00…40.00 A | 0.01 A | ±(1% m.v. + 2 digits) |
| Insulation Resistance | ||||
| Insulation resistance at the AC side | ||||
| • Measuring voltage 250 V | 250 kΩ…200 MΩ acc. to IEC 61557-2 |
0.0 kΩ…200.0 MΩ | from 0.1 kΩ | ±(3% m.v. + 8 digits) |
| • Measuring voltage 500 V | 500 kΩ…500 MΩ acc. to IEC 61557-2 |
0.0 kΩ…500.0 GΩ | from 0.1 kΩ | ±(3% m.v. + 8 digits) |
| • Measuring voltage 1000 V | 1000 kΩ…1.000 GΩ acc. to IEC 61557-2 |
0.0 kΩ…1.000 GΩ | from 0.1 kΩ | ±(3% m.v. + 8 digits) |
| Insulation resistance at the DC side | ||||
| • Measuring voltage 250 V / 500 V / 1000 V / 1500 V | 250 kΩ…500 GΩ acc. to IEC 61557-2 |
0.0 kΩ…500.0 GΩ | from 0.1 kΩ | ±(8% m.v. + 8 digits) |
| Resistance of Protective Conductors and Equipotential Bondings | ||||
| Measurement of resistance of protective conductors and equipotential bondings with ±200 mA current | 0.10 Ω…1999 Ω acc. to IEC 61557-4 |
0.00 Ω…1999 Ω | from 0.01 Ω | from ±(2% m.v. + 3 digits) |
| Operating Current | as for CMP-1015-PV | as for CMP-1015-PV | as for CMP-1015-PV | as for CMP-1015-PV |
| Power Measurement | 0.0 kW…999.0 kW | 0.0 kW…999.0 kW | 0.1 kW | ±(6% m.v. + 5 digits) |
Sonel IRM-1 Solar Radiation & Temperature Meter
| Parameter | Measurement Range | Display Range | Resolution | Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irradiance | ||||
| Measurement in W/m2 | 100 W/m2 …1400 W/m2 | 0 W/m2 …1400 W/m2 | 1 W/m2 | ±(5% m.v. + 2 digits) |
| Measurement in BTU/ft2 h | 32 BTU/ft2h…444 BTU/ft2h | 0 BTU/ft2h…444 BTU/ft2h | 1 BTU/ft2h | ±(5% m.v. + 2 digits) |
| PV and Ambient Temperature | ||||
| Measurement in °C | -20.0°C…100.0°C | -20.0°C…100.0°C | 0.1°C | ±(1% m.v. + 5 digits) |
| Measurement in °F | -4.0°F…212.0°F | 4.0°F…212.0°F | 0.1°F | ±(1% m.v. + 5 digits) |
| Inclination Angle | -90°…+90° | -90°…+90° | 1° | ±2° |
| Position Direction - Compass | 0°…360° | 0°…360° | 1° | ±5° |
Sonel CMP-1015-PV Digital Clamp Meter
| Measurement Functions | Range | Resolution | Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC Current | up to 1000 A | from 0.01 A | ±(2.5% m.v. + 5 digits) |
| DC Current | up to 1000 A | from 0.01 A | ±(2.0% m.v. + 8 digits) |
| AC Voltage | up to 1000 V | from 0.001 mV | from ±(1.2% m.v. + 5 digits) |
| DC Voltage | up to 1500 V | from 0.1 mV | from ±(0.5% m.v. + 5 digits) |
| AC+DC Voltage | up to 1000 V | from 0.001 V | from ±(1.5% m.v. + 20 digits) |
| Low Z (AC / DC Voltage) | up to 1000 V | from 0.001 V | ±(3.0% m.v. + 40 digits) |
| Low Z AC+DC | up to 1000 V | from 0.001 V | ±(3.5% m.v. + 40 digits) |
| Resistance | up to 60.00 MΩ | from 0.1 Ω | from ±(0.8% m.v. + 5 digits) |
| Frequency | up to 10.00 MHz | from 0.01 Hz | ±(0.2% m.v. + 5 digits) |
| Capacitance | up to 100.0 mF | from 0.01 nF | from ±(3.0% m.v. + 8 digits) |
| Duty Cycle (%) | 10.0…90.0% | 0.1% | ±(1.2% m.v. + 8 digits) |
| Temperature Measurement | -40.0…+1000ºC -40.0…+1832ºF |
0.1ºC 0.1ºF |
±(1.5% m.v. + 3ºC) ±(1.0% m.v. + 5.4ºF) |
| Continuity / Diode test | ✓ / ✓ |
Document Downloads
Sonel PVM-1530 Photovoltaic Meter Datasheet
Sonel CMP-1015-PV Digital Clamp Meter Datasheet
Sonel PVM-1530 Photovoltaic Meter User Manual
Sonel CMP-1015-PV Digital Clamp Meter User Manual
Sonel LORA-S1 USB Adapter User Manual
Sonel IRM-1 Solar Radiation & Temperature Meter User Manual
Additional Information
SKU
PVM-1530/PRO
Sonel PVM-1530 Photovoltaic Meter - Optional Pro Kit
£6,760.00
£8,112.00 inc vat
£6,760.00
£8,112.00 inc vat