PVA-1500HE2 I-V Curve Tracer and 1537 Insulation Tester 2500V Kit

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  • PVA-1500HE2 I-V Curve Tracer and 1537 Insulation Tester 2500V Kit
  • PVA-1500HE2 I-V Curve Tracer and 1537 Insulation Tester 2500V Kit
  • PVA-1500HE2 I-V Curve Tracer and 1537 Insulation Tester 2500V Kit
  • PVA-1500HE2 I-V Curve Tracer and 1537 Insulation Tester 2500V Kit

Key features

  • Measures and displays I-V curves up to 1500V and 30A, including on high efficiency modules
  • Advanced built-in PV model provides immediate PV performance checking
  • Wireless interfaces for faster setup, safer work environment, and freedom of movement during PV troubleshooting
  • Automates data management, analysis, and reporting
  • Verify cable integrity with insulation resistance testing 2500V

Product overview: PVA-1500HE2 I-V Curve Tracer and 1537 Insulation Tester 2500V Kit

 

Training

Fluke offers a variety of training related to PV test and measurement. Training can either be delivered as a virtual on-demand course or as a live online presentation/discussion format with a product expert (may differ regionally).

Discover PVA-1500 Training

This toolkit combines the precision of the PVA-1500HE2 I-V Curve Tracer with the advanced capabilities of the Fluke 1537 Insulation Tester, offering comprehensive diagnostics for solar arrays. The PVA-1500HE2 offers an array of advanced features, including high throughput I-V curve tracing, providing quick and detailed performance data. Its intuitive user interface enables easy navigation and real-time analysis, allowing for immediate identification of potential issues. Complementing this, the 1537 Insulation Tester provides insulation resistance testing up to 2500V, helping to detect potential safety hazards and prevent system failures. Together, these tools empower solar professionals to ensure the efficiency, reliability, and safety of solar installations with confidence, from commissioning and routine maintenance to troubleshooting and performance optimization.

The 1537 Insulation Tester is an ideal electrical testing solution for ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of solar systems, given its 2500V capabilities. Insulation resistance testing with the 1537 is critical for:

  • Verifying cable and component integrity
  • Verifying wiring insulation to prevent potential faults like short circuits during installation
  • Detecting wear and tear
  • Identifing faults or insulation breakdowns
  • Ensuring the system meets safety standards during complicance testing
  • Recording test results for compliance audits and performance analysis

Measure your solar PV system performance

The PVA-1500HE2 is a cutting-edge I-V curve tracer kit designed to measure PV system performance. With this high precision testing equipment, you can reliably assess the health and performance of solar modules and arrays, making informed decisions to enhance their output and longevity.

The PVA-1500HE2 kit offers an array of advanced features, including high throughput I-V curve tracing, providing quick and detailed performance data. Its intuitive user interface enables easy navigation and real-time analysis, allowing for immediate identification of potential issues. By pinpointing problems early, you can maximize your solar energy production and minimize downtime.

Comprehensive measurements and efficient analysis

For commissioning, operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of PV arrays, I-V curve testing is the most complete solar module performance measurement. Quick analysis of curve datasets aids in detecting outliers, and the stored data functions as a baseline for future performance inquiries.

Accurate I-V curve tracing

The PVA measures the I-V (current versus voltage) curve of a PV string or module using a capacitive load. The measurement is typically performed at the string level by connecting directly to the string or at a combiner box using the fuses to select the string under test. The number of I-V curve points can be selected at 100 or 500. Additionally, the PVA generates the P-V (power versus voltage) curve, Isc, Voc, Imp, Vmp, Pmax, fill factor, and performance factor (the ratio of measured to expected maximum power).

Time-saving interface

With a tablet or laptop (Windows only) as the user interface, perform more tests per hour and display the data in multiple, easy to read formats. Save your measurements by touching your customized array tree at the branch you are measuring. The software automatically calculates the expected I-V curve and displays the performance factor.

Advanced High Efficiency PV Testing Capabilities

Accurate measurement of high efficiency modules up to 30A: Highly efficient modules (>19% module efficiency) possess high
capacitance, posing a challenge for some I-V curve tracers that may not be able to measure them. The PVA-1500HE2 is uniquely
designed to measure all string types, even those with high efficiency modules, up to 30A.
Rapid performance in high temperature environments: The PVA-1500HE2 operates with a swift sweep-to-sweep delay of 9 seconds (at Voc<1350V). This results in the ability to measure 3.5 MW within an hour, even in high-temperature settings where standard curve tracers often fail due to overheating.

SolSensor™ Wireless PV Reference Sensor

The SolSensor™ provides irradiance, module temperature, and array tilt data to the PV model. The model uses this information to predict the I-V curve shape at these operating conditions and to translate the measured curve to standard test conditions. The SolSensor™ clamps to the module frame, automatically orienting the irradiance sensor to the plane-of-array.

The spectral response of the silicon photodiode sensor in the SolSensor™ is corrected for the PV technology under test. Special
factors are provided for multi- and mono-crystalline cells as well as cadmium telluride (CdTe) and other thin film technologies. The
sensor is temperature compensated and the angular response of each unit is calibrated for rotation and elevation. As a result, the SolSensor™ is accurate over a broad range of technologies, sky conditions, and sun angles, allowing I-V curve measurements earlier and later in the day.

The SolSensor™ provides two external thermocouple inputs for measuring module backside temperatures. Effective cell temperature can also be calculated directly from the measured I-V curve per IEC 60904-5. The PVA’s SmartTemp™ feature, optionally, blends these two methods for best accuracy.

The PVA and SolSensor™ communicate wirelessly with your PC via WiFi with a line-of-sight wireless range of 100m. That means no wires underfoot, quick setup, the ability to move around while troubleshooting strings, and flexibility to measure multiple combiner boxes with a single SolSensor™ setup.

Turn PVA data into key insights, visualizations, and customizable reports

Capture data in the field with the PVA Application and validate the results with the Data Analysis Tool (DAT), a Microsoft Excel™-based solution streamlining the analysis of PVA I-V curve data. It presents analysis results in multiple formats. It compiles key PV parameters in a string table, flags non-conforming strings, and delivers a statistical overview of the entire array. Additionally, it visually combines string I-V curves at the combiner box level, offering a clear depiction of consistency and identifying atypical strings. The tool also generates histograms for PV parameters across the string population, and this data can be added to a customizable report exported as a PDF. The Data Analysis Tool (DAT) can be downloaded for free use with any PVA.
Supported languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Brazilian Portuguese.

Download the PVA Application and Data Analysis Tool

What's in the box:

PVA-1500HE2:

  • PVA-1500 V unit
  • SolSensor™ and clamp
  • Alligator test leads
  • MC4 disconnect tool
  • Chargers
  • 2x thermocouples and adhesive disks
  • Sensor cleaning supplies
  • Transit case (included with the PVA-1500HE2)
  • Available by free download: PVA Application and Data Analysis Tool

Specifications: PVA-1500HE2 I-V Curve Tracer and 1537 Insulation Tester 2500V Kit

PVA-1500 Specifications  
 PVA-1500T2PVA-1500HE2
Voltage Range (Voc)20 to 1500V DC
Maximum Current Range (Isc)
Module Efficiency <19%0 to 30A DC
Module Efficiency ≥19%0 to 10A DC0 to 30A DC
Voltage Accuracy (0 °C to 45 °C)±(0.5% ±0.25V)
Current Accuracy (0 °C to 45 °C)±(0.5% ±0.04A)
Power Accuracy (0 °C to 45 °C)±(1.7 % + 1.0 W) (current ≥3 A, module efficiency <19 %)
Voltage Resolution25 mV
Current Resolution2 mA
Measurement Throughput
Sweep-to-sweep delay (@VOC ≤ 1350V)<9 seconds
Max number of I-V sweeps per hour (@VOC ≤ 1350V)400 sweeps/hr
Max megawatts measured per hour3.5 MW/hr
Thermal Capacity
# sweeps at 18 s sweep-to-sweep delayunlimited (25 °C, 77 °F ambient)
550 (45 °C, 113 °F ambient)
# sweeps at 9s sweep-to-sweep delayunlimited (25 °C, 77 °F ambient)
330 (45 °C, 113 °F ambient)
I-V Trace Points100 or 500 (selectable)
I-V Sweep Duration0.05 to 2 seconds (typically 0.2 seconds for PV strings)
Operating Temperature Range0 °C to 45 °C, 32 °F to 113 °F
Storage Temperature Range-20 °C to 65 °C, -4 °F to 149 °F
Operating Humidity<90 % RH, non-condensing. Avoid exposing a cold instrument to warm and humid air as condensation will result. Store the instrument in the same conditions in which the instrument will be used.
Altitude2000 m max
Battery Charging Time6 hr
Battery Run TimeApprox. 8 hrApprox. 7 hr
Safety and RegulatoryCAT III 1500V
IEC 61010-1: Pollution Degree 2
Warning FeaturesOver-voltage, over-current, over-temperature, reverse
polarity
PV ConnectorStaubli MC4-EVO2Banana Jacks
Charging/Charged LEDYes
In-the-field firmware update-readyYes
Interface to Tablet/LaptopWi-Fi interface between user tablet or laptop, I-V unit and
SolSensor™
Weight6.6 kg, 14.55 lb7.3 kg, 16.09 lb
Height43.2 cm, 1.41 ft (including test lead and strain reliefs)53.3 cm, 1.74 ft
Width21.6 cm, 8.50 in
Depth15.2 cm, 5.98 in
PVA-1500 Test Lead and Clip Specifications
Voltage Range0 to 1500V DC
Current Range0 to 30A DC
Temperature0 °C to 45 °C, 32 °F to 113 °F
HumidityMaximum relative humidity of 80% for temperatures up to 31 °C (87.8 °F) decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40 °C (104 °F)
Pollution Degree2
Altitude2000 m, 6561 ft maximum
Lead Length152 cm, 59.84 in
Lead ColorsPositive=red, negative=black
Manufacturer (Test Leads and Alligator Clips)Staubli
Note: Use only test leads and clips provided by Fluke for the PVA-1500.
SolSensor™ Specifications 
Irradiance
Sensor TypeSilicon photodiode with corrections for temperature, spectral, and angular effects
Measurement Range100 W/m² to 1500 W/m²
Accuracy±2 % when used to predict the performance of well characterized poly- and monocrystalline PV modules with direct irradiance >600W/m²
Resolution1 W/m²
Measurement IntervalTypically, 3.5 s
Temperature
Sensor TypeType K thermocouple, two inputs
Measurement Range0 °C to 100 °C, 32 °F to 212 °F
Accuracy±2 °C, 35.6 °F (not including limits of error of thermocouple)
Resolution0.1 °C, 32.18 °F
Measurement IntervalTypically, 3.5 s
Tilt
Sensor TypeElectronic
Measurement Range0 to 90° from horizontal
Accuracy±2° typical (0 to 45°)
General
Measurement Cynchronization with I-V CurveTypically, <1 s
Wireless Range (open line of sight)100 m, 328 ft
Operating Temperature Range0 ºC to 45 ºC, 32 ºF to 113 ºF
Storage Temperature Range-20 ºC to 65 ºC, -4 ºF to 149 ºF
Operating Humidity<90% RH, non-condensing. Avoid exposing a cold instrument to warm and humid air as condensation will result. Store the instrument in the same conditions in which the instrument will be used.
Battery Charging Time6 hr
Battery Run Time>16 hr typical use
General Specifications
Display73.5 mm x 104 mm
Battery8 AA alkaline cells, IEC LR6
Dimensions (H x W x L)184 mm x 211 mm x 93 mm
Weight1.3 kg
Temperature
Operating temperature-10 °C to +50 °C
Storage temperature-20 °C to +60 °C
Operating humidityNon-condensing (<10 °C)
≤80 % RH (10 °C to 30 °C)
≤50 % RH (30 °C to 50 °C)
Altitude
Operating altitude2000 m
Storage altitude12000 m
Overvoltage categoryCAT IV 600 V
Safety
GeneralIEC 61010-1, Pollution Degree 2
IEC 61557-1
MeasurementIEC 61010-2-030: CAT IV 600 V
IEC 61010-2-034: 2500 V dc
Insulation resistance measurementIEC 61557-1, IEC 61557-2
IP RatingIEC 60529 IP40
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
InternationalIEC 61326-1: Electromagnetic environment for portable equipments
IEC 61326-2-2 CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A
Electrical Specifications
The meter's accuracy is specified for one year after calibration at operating temperatures of 10°C to 30°C. For operating temperatures outside the range (-10°C to +10°C and +30°C to +50°C), add ± 0.25% per °C, except on the 20% bands, add ± 1% per °C.
Insulation resistance testing
Test voltageRangeResolutionAccuracy
250 V<200 kΩUnspecifiedUnspecified
200 kΩ to 500 kΩ1 kΩ5 %
0.50 MΩ to 5.00 MΩ.01 MΩ5 %
5.0 MΩ to 50.0 MΩ0.1 MΩ5 %
50 MΩ to 500 MΩ1 MΩ5 %
0.50 GΩ to 5.00 GΩ0.01 GΩ5 %
5.0 GΩ to 50.0 GΩ0.1 GΩ20 %
>50 GΩUnspecifiedUnspecified
500 V<200 kΩUnspecifiedUnspecified
200 kΩ to 500 kΩ1 kΩ5 %
0.50 MΩ to 5.00 MΩ.01 MΩ5 %
5.0 MΩ to 50.0 MΩ0.1 MΩ5 %
50 MΩ to 500 MΩ1 MΩ5 %
0.50 GΩ to 5.00 GΩ0.01 GΩ5 %
5.0 GΩ to 10.0 GΩ0.1 GΩ5 %
10.0 GΩ to 50.0 GΩ0.5 GΩ20 %
50 GΩ to 100 GΩ5 GΩ20 %
>100 GΩUnspecifiedUnspecified
1000 V<200 kΩUnspecifiedUnspecified
200 kΩ to 500 kΩ1 kΩ5 %
0.50 MΩ to 5.00 MΩ.01 MΩ5 %
5.0 MΩ to 50.0 MΩ0.1 MΩ5 %
50 MΩ to 500 MΩ1 MΩ5 %
0.50 GΩ to 5.00 GΩ0.01 GΩ5 %
5.0 GΩ to 20.0 GΩ0.1 GΩ5 %
20.0 GΩ to 50.0 GΩ0.5 GΩ20 %
50 GΩ to 200 GΩ5 GΩ20 %
>200 GΩUnspecifiedUnspecified
2500 V<200 kΩUnspecifiedUnspecified
200 kΩ to 500 kΩ1 kΩ5 %
0.50 MΩ to 5.00 MΩ0.01 MΩ5 %
5.0 MΩ to 50.0 MΩ0.1 MΩ5 %
50 MΩ to 500 MΩ1 MΩ5 %
0.50 GΩ to 5.00 GΩ0.01 GΩ5 %
5.0 GΩ to 50.0 GΩ0.1 GΩ5 %
50 GΩ to 500 GΩ5 GΩ20 %
>500 GΩUnspecifiedUnspecified

Insulation test voltage accuracy: -0 %, +10 % @ 1 mA load current Charging rate for capacitive load: 5 s/μF Discharging rate for capacitive load: 1.5 s/μF

 RangeAccuracy
Leakage current measurement1 nA to 2 mA±(20 % + 2 nA)
Capacitance measurement0.01 μF to 2.00 μF±(15 % rdg + 0.03 μF)
Test voltage for insulation resistance250 V to 2500 V±(3 % + 3 V)
Warning for energized circuit
Warning range>30 V
Timer (F1537 only)
Range0 to 99 min 
ResolutionSetting: 1 minAlert: 1 s
Short circuit current
F1535>2 mA
F1537>5 mA
ACV/DCV/resistance measurement (1537 only)
FunctionRangeResolutionAccuracy
±(% rdg + dgt)
VAC0 V to 600.0 V0.1 V±(2 % +10)
(45 Hz to 500 Hz)
VDC0 V to 600.0 V0.1 V±(2 % +10)
Resistance0 Ω to 600.0 Ω0.1 Ω±(2 % +10)
600 Ω to 6000 Ω1 Ω
6.00 kΩ to 60.00k Ω0.01 kΩ
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