Solar Energy
There are two MEA Solar Energy Measurement Systems; SPN1 system, and DNI system. The SPN1 system uses the Sunshine Pyranometer as the key solar radiation measurement instrument. The DNI system uses a Pyrheliometer and Secondary Standard Pyranometers on a solar tracker.
Each system is built to order and tested before delivery
to site.
SPN1 Sunshine Pyranometer
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The Sunshine Pyranometer is an affordable alternative to shade ring pyranometers, pyrheliometers and traditional sunshine recorders. The SPN1 measures global, direct and diffuse radiation and sunshine duration.
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Secondary Standard Pyranometer
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The Secondary Standard Pyranometer measures global solar radiation on a plane surface. This is a very high quality sensor.
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Pyrheliometer
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A Pyrheliometer measures direct beam solar radiation when aimed at the sun. It should be mounted on a solar tracker.
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Solar Tracker
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A platform on which pyrheliometers and pyranometers can track the sun's trajectory. A solar tracker will accommodate a pyrheliometer and up to three pyranometers.
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Data Logger and Communications
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The sensors are connected to a data logger after passing through a lightning surge protector. Data is stored in the data logger memory and is downloaded to a PC either by dialing in to the system or by the system pushing data automatically to the internet. Magpie software is used to manage the logger and view the data.
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System Commissioning
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MEA Solar Energy Measurement Systems are commissioned by MEA staff or contractors. Commissioning reports include system descriptions, site photos and all sensor calibration details.
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System Support
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All MEA measurement systems are backed by MEA's technical support from Adelaide and a network of technicians located around Australia.
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