Class ABA Solar Simulators
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Introduction
1. Product Overview
The Class ABA Solar Simulator is a large-area solar simulation system using a single xenon lamp with a proprietary filter design. It achieves Class ABA performance without compromising the 1 SUN output power. The system is ideal for both laboratory and production environments, offering efficient, reliable, and cost-effective testing. It is suitable for solar cell and module research, production quality control, and large-area sample testing.
2. Product Features
Class ABA Performance
Spectral Match: Class A, accurately simulates the solar spectrum
Irradiance Uniformity: Class B, minimizes hot spot effects in the working area
Temporal Stability: Class A, ensures minimal light output fluctuation
Comes with IEC, ASTM, and JIS calibration certificate
Xenon Arc Lamp
Continuous-wave (CW) source for testing all PV materials
Ozone-free short-arc xenon lamp for spectral consistency
Rated lamp life: 1000 hours, can be used up to 2000 hours
Irradiance Uniformity
Working area uniformity <5%, meets Class B requirements
Reduces hot spot effects for more accurate measurements
Temporal Stability
Short-term instability ≤0.5%, ensures precise solar cell efficiency measurement
CW source ensures uniform exposure for all PV materials
Safety and Control
Enclosed housing with interlock safety system
Forced air cooling with fans and filters to maintain optimal lamp and optics temperature
Integrated single-blade shutter rated for >10 million cycles
Adjustable beam direction: downward (standard), upward (SR1), sideways (SR3/SR4)
3. Standards
IEC 60904-9 Edition 2 (2007)
JIS 8904-9 (2017)
ASTM E927-10 (2015)
4. Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Simulator Class | Class ABA |
| Lamp Type | Xenon Arc (CW) |
| Beam Uniformity | <5% |
| Typical Output Power | 100 mW/cm² (1 SUN, 80%-110% adjustable) |
| Spectral Match Classification | A (IEC, JIS, ASTM) |
| Temporal Instability Classification | A (IEC, JIS, ASTM) |
| Uniformity Classification | B (IEC, JIS, ASTM) |
| Light Ripple | <1% rms |
| Line Regulation | 0.01% |
| Cooling | Forced air with filter |
| Shutter Life | >10 million cycles |
| Beam Direction | Downward (standard), Upward SR1, Sideways SR3/SR4 |
5. Related Accessories
AM 1.5G spectral correction filter
Beam alignment and calibration tools
Replacement xenon lamp
Calibration and performance verification instruments
Safety interlock control system
