Description
The PROVA 200A/210/218 Solar I-V Tester is a professional-grade instrument for evaluating the performance of solar panels and modules. Using four-wire measurement, it provides precise readings of DC voltage, current, and simulated current, supporting I-V curve testing for quality control, system verification, and maintenance. The testers can automatically detect the maximum power point (Pmax) and provide manual single-point I-V testing for detailed panel analysis. With high resolution (1 mV / 0.1–1 mA), it ensures accurate characterization of solar modules from small residential panels to large commercial installations.
Designed for production lines, warehouse inspections, and on-site solar installation verification, the PROVA testers feature data logging for up to 100 records, PC connectivity via USB, and user-friendly software to manage, store, and analyze measurements. Users can calculate panel efficiency (%), adjust for solar panel area, and simulate various light conditions (10–1000 W/m²). The instruments include a rechargeable lithium battery, AC adapter, backlit LCD, and carrying case, providing portability and continuous operation. These features make the PROVA testers essential for solar panel quality control, system commissioning, and maintenance.
Specifications
General Specifications:
| AC Power Adaptor: |
AC 100V~240V input
DC 15V / 1~3A output |
| Data Logging Memory Size: |
100 records |
| Dimension: |
257(L) x 155(W) x 57(H) mm
10.1″ (L) x 6.1″ (W) x 2.2″ (H) |
| Weight: |
1160g / 40.9oz
(Batteries included) |
| Operation Environment: |
5°C ~ 50°C, 85% RH |
| Storage Environment: |
-20°C ~ 60°C, 75% RH |
| Temperature Coefficient: |
0.1% of full scale / °C |
| Accessories: |
User manual x 1;
Rechargeable lithium battery (PROVA 200A: 1600mAh; PROVA 210/218: 3400mAh) x 1;
AC power adaptor x 1;
Optical USB cable x 1;
Software CD x 1;
Software manual x 1;
Carrying bag x 1;
4-Wire to 2-Wire connector x 1 set;
Kelvin clips (2 clips) x 1 set (PROVA 200A: 6A max; PROVA 210/218: 12A max) |
Electrical Specifications: (PROVA 200A)
(23°C ±5°C, four-wire measurement, the max. power limit is 180W)
DC Voltage Measurement:
| Range |
Resolution |
Accuracy of Reading |
| 0 ~ 6 V |
0.001 V |
±1% ± (1% of Vopen ± 9mV) |
| 6 ~ 10 V |
0.001 V |
±1% ± (1% of Vopen ± 0.09V)
|
| 10 ~ 60 V |
0.01 V |
Vopen: open circuit voltage of solar cell or module.
DC Current Measurement:
| Range |
Resolution |
Accuracy of Reading |
| 0.01 ~ 0.6 A |
0.1 mA |
±1% ± (1% of Ishort ± 0.9mA) |
| 0.6 ~ 1 A |
0.1 mA |
±1% ± (1% of Ishort ± 9mA) |
| 1 ~ 6 A |
1 mA |
Ishort: short circuit current of solar cell or module.
Internal Resistance at Ishort: 0.05 Ohm.
DC Current Simulation*
| Range |
Resolution |
Accuracy of Reading |
| 0.01 ~ 1 A |
0.1 mA |
±1% ± 0.9mA |
| 1 ~ 6 A |
1 mA |
±1% ± 9mA |
* If the current is greater than 6A, a test (Auto-Scan, Scan, or Test) can not be performed.
* Max. The duration of the simulation is 9.999 seconds if the power is less than 100W.
* Duration of simulation is 10m seconds if power is greater than 100W.
Electrical Specifications: (PROVA 210/218)
(23℃±5℃, 4-wire measurement, max. power limit 500W)
DC Voltage Measurement:
| Range |
Resolution |
Accuracy |
| 0 ~ 10 V |
0.001 V |
±1% ± (1% of Vopen ± 0.1V)
|
| 10 ~ 60 V (PROVA 210)
10 ~ 85 V (PROVA 218) |
0.01 V |
Vopen: open circuit voltage of solar cell or module.
DC Current Measurement:
| Range |
Resolution |
Accuracy |
| 0.01 ~ 10 A (PROVA 210)
0.01 ~ 8.5 A (PROVA 218) |
1 mA |
±1% ± (1% of Ishort ± 9mA) |
| 10 ~ 12 A (PROVA 210) |
10 mA |
±1% ± (1% of Ishort ± 0.09A) |
Ishort: short circuit current of solar cell or module.
DC Current Simulation
| Range |
Resolution |
Accuracy |
| 0.01 ~ 10 A (PROVA 210)
0.01 ~ 8.5A (PROVA 218) |
1 mA |
±1% ± 9mA |
| 10 ~ 12 A (PROVA 210) |
10 mA |
±1% ± 0.09A |
