The Flir PV78 is designed for solar site surveys, panel installation, and maintenance of photovoltaic systems. It allows for instant measurements to determine solar (irradiance in watts per square meter) as required by IEC 62446-1 Electrical Safety of PV installations standard. You can measure temperature by placing the meter directly on the panel or by connecting an external probe for continuous measurements. The device also includes a compass to find the predominant direction and a tilt function to verify the inclination of a roof or panel. With Flir METERLiNK® Bluetooth® technology, you can wirelessly connect to the METERLiNK app on mobile devices, enabling instantaneous documentation, reporting, and sharing of results from the field.
FLIR PV78 Solar Irradiance Meter
Ordering Information
This product is only available to customers in the USA.
Please allow 2 - 3 weeks for this product to arrive.
This item comes with a 1 year warranty.
Features
- Instantly measures solar irradiance from 0 W to 1400 W/m² as required by IEC 62446-1 standard
- Measures solar irradiance, panel temperature, array direction, and inclination
- Compact design with external temperature probe and mounting bracket for continuous measurements
- High contrast, large LCD is easy to read in direct sunlight
- Supports wireless METERLiNK® connectivity for quick data collection and sharing
Included
- PV78
- Pouch
- External Temperature Probe
- 1 x 9V Alkaline Battery
- User Manual
Specifications
Measurement Irradiance Range: 50 W to 1400 W/m²
Accuracy: ±5%Inclination Angle Range: −90° to 90°
Accuracy: ±3°Temperature from meter Range: −10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F)
Accuracy: ±1.5°C (±2.7°F)Temperature from ext. probe Range: −30°C to 100°C (−22°F to 212°F)
Accuracy: ±1.5°C (±2.7°F)Compass Range: 0° to 360°
Accuracy: ±7°Measuring rate 3 samples per second Static Logging Data storage interval 1 minute Readings per memory set 360 set per file Connectivity Wireless technology Bluetooth BLE Communications protocol METERLiNK Bluetooth range 10 m (32 ft) Power System Battery 9 V Alkaline battery Battery life Approximately 25 hours, with alkaline battery Auto power off After approximately 30 minutes of inactivity General Info Warranty Limited 3-Years Warranty Calibration cycle Once per year, recommended Certifications Certifications CE, FCC, RCM EMC standards EN61326-1, EN300328 Environmental Data Operating ambient temp & RH Meter: −10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F), <80% RH
Probe: −30°C to 100°C (−22°F to 212°F), <80% RHStorage temp and RH −20°C to 60°C (−4°F to 140°F), 0 to 80% RH (without batteries) Operating altitude 2000 m (6560') Pollution degree 2 Meter Physical Data Dimensions 240.5 × 67 × 38 mm (9.5 × 2.6 × 1.5") Weight 300 g (0.66 lbs)
