CHAUVIN ARNOUX FTV500 Multifunction Tester for Photovoltaic Systems User Manual

FTV500 Multifunction Tester for Photovoltaic Systems
User Manual

FTV500 Multifunction Tester for Photovoltaic Systems

PERFORMANCE, MAINTENANCE AND ELECTRICAL SAFETY FOR SINGLE-PHASE, THREE- PHASE AND MULTI-STRING PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS

• Touch-screen display with Optical Bonding

• 5 measurements in 1 instrument
  – Conversion efficiency
  – I-V curve (with rapid test)
  – Continuity
  – Insulation of the solar generation system
  – Data logger

• Management and direct creation of reports from the instrument

• Remote unit with Wi-Fi transmission (radiation / temperature)

• VNC for remote display and control sharing

• USB and Wi-Fi interface

• Compliancy with international standards

The PHOTOVOLTAIC-TEST FTV500 is a portable instrument designed to meet all the needs of the technicians and the professionals involved during the commissioning, testing and maintenance of photovoltaic systems.
This instrument measures and analyses all the characteristic parameters of both single-phase and three-phase systems (3 DC clamps + 3 AC clamps), according to the applicable international standards. The large memory, the data logger function, the remote control through Virtual Network Computing technology allow the PHOTOVOLTAIC-TEST FTV500 to be a portable field instrument as well as a complete system for your periodic maintenance campaigns.

EFFICIENCY, PERFORMANCE AND DATA LOGGER

( CEI82-25, EN61724, EN62446 )

3 DC inputs and 3 AC voltage and current inputs, for the detailed measurement of the PV installation, including the DC/AC conversion performances, the active and theoretical power, the power factor and the phase graph at the inverter outputs. Every parameter is correlated with the irradiation quantities, room/module temperature, which are read by the remote unit. Test results are compared with regulatory references.

I-V CURVE, I-V RAPID TEST

( EN62446, EN60891 )

Analysis of the I-V characteristic curve of the modules/strings, comparison with the STC reference values of the manufacturer. The instrument manages the measurement autonomously, with a 4-terminals connection, and displays in a short time the graph of the characteristic curves (voltage/current/power), the main characteristic parameters and the test results compared with the STC values, which are drawn from a database of solar modules updated by the user. Rapid Test is also available, measuring only the open-circuit voltage and the short-circuit current of single modules or strings in parallel.

INSULATION RESISTANCE/CONTINUITY

(EN62446, CEI82-25, EN61557, CEI64-8, EN60364)

Electrical safety checks of the photovoltaic system (module, string or entire system), measurement of traditional insulation resistance (megohmmeter) or with plant in operating condition with no need for an external switch to short-circuit the positive and negative poles. Selection of the test voltage (250-500-1.000 VDC) and programming of a threshold alarm for pass-failed results, allowing for an immediate outcome of the verification. Check of continuity of protective conductors with a 200 mA current, as required by international standards.

5 MEASUREMENTS 1 INSTRUMENT

REMOTE CONTROL, WI-FI & VNC TECHNOLOGY, TEST REPORT

The PHOTOVOLTAIC TEST FTV500 is the first portable multifunction instrument with VNC (Virtual Network Computing) technology that allows remote control and management of all measurement functions, directly from your smartphone/PC/Tablet. Associated with Wi-Fi transmission, it also becomes ideal for remote assistance or to support technicians in the field from your office.
The memory of the instrument allows recordings of over 10,000 measurements and the immediate creation of reports with a simple click. Through a USB-key the whole database can be downloaded and made available.

REMOTE UNIT
The remote unit of the PHOTOVOLTAIC TEST FTV500 collects the readings of the environmental parameters (irradiation, ambient temperature/module) in real time and then uses them for the analysis of results. Thanks to the Wi-Fi technology, the remote unit seamlessly transmits the data to the instrument, at a distance of up to over 200 m in open field, and it allows, in case of interruption of the transmission signal, to function as a data logger and store the acquired measurements, to then re-synchronize and transmit them to the instrument when the conditions return to normal. A patented fixing system offers installation stability and measurement reliability.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

VOLTAGE

Range / Resolution / Accuracy| DC: from 3 to 999,9V / 0,1V / 1%| AC: from 3 to 700,0V / 0,1V / 1,5%
CURRENT
Range / Resolution / Accuracy| DC: from 1 to 1.400A / 0,1-1A / 1%| AC: from 1 to 3.000A / 0,1-1A / 1%
ENVIRONMENTAL MEASUREMENTS (REMOTE UNIT)
IRRADIATION
Range / Resolution / Accuracy| from 50 to 2.000 W/m2 / 0,1 W/m2 / 2,5%| Reference cell
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
Range / Resolution / Accuracy| from -20°C to + 150°C / 0,1°C / 1%| Pt100 sensor on remote unit
MODULE TEMPERATURE
Range / Resolution / Accuracy
I-V CURVE ( OPC & STC )
Range / Resolution / Accuracy| DC Voltage
from 0,005 to 1000V 0,005-0,1V / 1%| DC Current
from 0,005 to 15A (max 20A) 0,005-0,1A / 1%| Power
from 5 to 9999W DC / 1W / 1,5%
CONTINUITY
Range / Resolution / Accuracy| from 0,01 to 99 Ω / 0,01-1 Ω / 2% / test current > 200mA according to EN 61557-4
INSULATION
Range / Resolution / Accuracy| Traditional test method
from 0,25 to 199,9 MΩ / 0,01-1 MΩ / 5% / Selectable test voltage 250-500-1000 V
Range / Resolution| Test method with live conductors, no need for voltage interruption between positive and negative pole from 0,25 to 99,9 MΩ / 0,01-1 MΩ / Selectable test voltage 250-500-1000 V
OTHER FUNCTIONS
EFFICIENCY DC / AC
(real time measurement)| Irradiation, temperature (ambient/module), AC/DC power (actual and theoretical available), Power factor, AC/DC voltage, AC/DC current, performance ratio PRp and AC/DC efficiency, vector diagram V-I
LOGGING
(recording with a programmable cadence and duration)| Irradiation, temperature (ambient/module), AC/DC power (actual and theoretical available), Power factor, AC/DC voltage, AC/DC current, performance ratio PRp and AC/DC efficiency

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Display| TFT 16.7M colours with Optical Bonding glass, touch screen, dimensions 5”, resolution 800×480
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Remote unit| Wi-Fi real-time transmission, real-time and data logging mode / synchronization when signal is lost
Interface| Instrument: Wi-Fi transmission and VNC remote control (Virtual Network Computing), USB
Remote unit: Wi-Fi transmission
Memory| Programmable internal database: sites/installations/companies/modules/measurements, with tree structure Autonomy: over 10.000 blocks for all measurements, 600.000 measurements for data logging
Power Supply / Autonomy| Instrument: Li-Ion rechargeable batteries with power supply 100-240V 50-60Hz  / 15 hours at stand-by (programmable)
Remote unit: Li-Ion rechargeable batteries with power supply and USB cable / 15 hours at standby
Degree of protection| Instrument: IP54 with lid closed – IP52 with lid opened | Remote unit: IP67
Electrical safety| Double insulation, EN61010-1, from Cat. II 1000V to Cat. IV 600V depending on the measurement
Standards| EN62446, EN60891, EN60904-5, EN61557-2, EN61557-4, CEI82-25, CEI64-8, EN61724
Dimensions / Weight| Instrument: 340 x 300 x 200 mm / about 6 Kg | Remote unit: 160 x 120 x 63 mm / about 1 Kg

STATE OF DELIVERY AND REFERENCES

PHOTOVOLTAIC TEST FTV500 …………………………………………….. P01129600
Instrument delivered with 1 carrying bag, power supply/battery charger, remote unit + power cable / USB charger, AC clamp MiniFlex MA500 (x3), DC clamp PAC500 (x3), cables 3m red and black (x6), cables I-V red and black, crocodile clips red and black (x2), Flexible female rod 4 mm (x6), inclinometer, set of 12 colored insert/rings, certificate of conformity, user manual digital file format.
Remote unit FTV500 ……………………………………………………………. P01102184
AC Clamp type Miniflex MA500 …………………………………………… P01120600
DC Clamp type PAC500 ……………………………………………………….. P01120480
Inclinometer …………………………………………………………………………. P01102115

AMRA SpA – CHAUVIN ARNOUX GROUP
Via Sant’Ambrogio, 23 – 20846 Macherio (MB)
Tel: +39 039 245 75 45
Fax: +39 039 481 561
info@amra-chauvin-arnoux.it
www.chauvin-arnoux.it
906211681 Ed.1 04/23 – Non-contractual document –
Specifications are to be confirmed at time of ordering and subject to change without notice.

References

• strumento di misura - multimetro - strumentazione elettronica | AMRA SPA Chauvin Arnoux
• strumento di misura - multimetro - strumentazione elettronica | AMRA SPA Chauvin Arnoux

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