The PVmet series of weather stations were designed to meet the needs of cutting edge alternative energy solar power generation. These stations feature sensors and communication options that provide a powerful add-on to any solar power plant. For customers who demand the highest level of accuracy in solar irradiance sensors as well as a more rugged mounting design, please see our new PVmet 150. Please contact our sales office for more information.
PVmet 100 Our Standard Model
Comprehensive Environmental Monitoring Solution
The PVMET-100 is our Standard Model option. It features sensors specific to PV power generation. This low cost station is compact and simple to install.As with all PVMET stations it includes a RS-485 Mobus interface.
- Adjustable Solar Irradiance Sensor for Global or Plane-of-Array Monitoring
- 1 or 2 x Back-of-PV Panel Temp Sensor(s)
- Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
- Modbus RS-485 Communication
- Ethernet Modbus TCP Option available
- SunSpec Certified
- Available with Private Labeling for OEM
Documentation & Downloads
PVmet 200 Commercial Model
Over 2000 Sold!
With over 2000 stations in the field, the PVmet-200 is our best selling Commercial Model option. It features sensors specific to PV and wind power generation. This low cost station is compact and simple to install.
Ships fully-assembled and factory calibrated.
As with all PVmet stations it includes a RS-485 Mobus interface.
- Global Solar Irradiance Sensor
- Plane of Array Irradiance Sensor
- Back-of-PV Panel Temp Sensor (can add a second back of panel sensor for additional cost)
- Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
- Wind Speed Sensor
- Wind Direction Sensor
- Modbus RS-485 Communication
- Ethernet Modus TCP option available
SunSpec Certified
Documentation & Downloads
PVmet 200 Ultra Sonic Model
Commercial Model with Ultra Sonic Upgrade
The PVmet™- 200US ultra sonic commercial model features all the same high quality sensors as our best selling PVmet™-200, upgraded with a precision Ultra Sonic anemometer. The Ultra Sonic anemometer offers a superior quality sensor with no moving parts greatly increasing it’s durability and practically eliminating maintenance. As with every model in the PVmet™ line of weather stations, this high performing station is economical, durable, compact, simple to install, and easy to deploy.
- Global Irradiance Sensor
- Plane-of-Array Irradiance Sensor
- 1 or 2 x Back-of-PV Panel Temp Sensor(s)
- Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
- Upgraded with a high precision Ultrasonic Anemometer for wind speed & direction. The Ultra Sonic Sensor has no moving parts which enhances sensor durability & practically eliminates maintenance. Marine grade corrosion free construction.
- Wind Speed Sensor
- Wind Direction
- Modbus RTU Communication
- Ethernet Modbus TCP option available
SunSpec Compatible
Documentation & Downloads
PVmet 330 All Weather Data Commercial Model
For comprehensive coverage
The PVmet-330 is our most comprehensive weather monitoring station, featuring the fullest range of sensors specific to PV power generation. This low cost station is compact and simple to install.
As with all PVmet stations it includes a RS-485 Mobus interface.
- Global Solar Irradiance Sensor/Optional Plane of Array Irradiance Sensor
- 1 or 2 PV Back-of-PV Panel Temp Sensor(s)
- Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
- Wind Speed Sensor Wind Direction Sensor
- Relative Humidity Sensor
- Barometric Pressure Sensor
- Rain Gauge Sensor
- Modbus RS-485 Communication
- Ethernet Modus TCP option available
Sunspec Compatability Pending
Documentation & Downloads
PVmet 150 Precision Utility Grade Model
Thermopile Precision Adjustable Irradiance Sensor
The PVmet-150 is our Precision Utility Grade Model. The PVMET-150 uses a precise second-class thermopile pyranometer allowing for bankable data and is mounted on a tilting bracket to provide global or plane-of-array measurements. The PVmet-150 is available with ISO 9060:1990 and WMO second class, first class and secondary standard pyranometers.
As with all PVmet stations, the PVmet 150 includes RS-485 Modbus interface.
- Adjustable Solar Irradiance Sensor for Global or Plane-of-Array Monitoring
- 1 or 2 Back-of-PV Panel Temp Sensor(s)
- Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
- Modbus RS-485 Communication
- Ethernet Modbus TCP Option Available
- Additional Irradiance Sensor Option
- Available with Private Labeling for OEM
- Ships fully-assembled and factory calibrated
SunSpec Certified