Full Automatic Solar Simulator IV Characterization System

Full Automatic Solar Simulator IV Characterization System

SM-9000

The SM-9000 is a fully automatic AAA-class solar simulator IV characterization system designed for high-precision I–V, P–V, and photovoltaic mechanism analysis of all types of solar cells. The system provides computer-controlled operation, automatic light intensity adjustment, and fully automated measurement of key photovoltaic parameters under variable illumination conditions.

LSS Solar Simulator IV Characterization System

Spectral Solar Irradiance Matching – AAA Class

System Overview

The LSS Solar Simulator IV Characterization System is a complete photovoltaic characterization platform for advanced laboratory and research applications. Designed for accurate and repeatable measurement of I–V, I-t, and P–V characteristics, it supports a wide range of solar cell technologies including:

• Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSC)

• Quantum Dot Solar Cells (QDSC)

• Organic Solar Cells (OSC)

• Perovskite Solar Cells

• Silicon Solar Cells

• Thin-Film Solar Cells

The system operates under adjustable solar light intensities from 0.1 W/cm² to 1500 W/m², providing a fully controlled environment for current-voltage, current-time, and power-voltage measurements.

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System Components

1. AAA Class Solar Simulator – Maintenance-free, high stability, factory-calibrated for AM1.5G spectral match

2. Precision Sourcemeter – Voltage range: -7 V to +7 V, Current range: 10 nA to 30 mA

3. Solar Light Controller – Ensures precise and stable irradiance output

4. Automatic IV Measurement Controller – For programmable measurement sequences

5. Calibrated Reference Solar Cell – Factory calibrated for intensity and spectral match

6. Sample Holder – Adjustable for multiple orientations, including 0°–90° rotation

7. Software Suite

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Software Suite

The system includes multiple software modules for complete photovoltaic analysis:

• Solar IV Characterization Software – Automated I–V and P–V measurements

• Solar Life-Time Software – Long-term solar cell stability analysis

• Transient Photocurrent Software – Time-resolved photocurrent measurements (I-t)

• Photovoltaic Mechanism Analysis Software – Detailed analysis of PV mechanisms

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Key Features

• Universal Solar Cell Compatibility: DSSC, QDSC, OSC, Perovskite, Silicon, Thin-Film

• Irradiance Range: 0.1 W/cm² to 1500 W/m²

• Illumination Area: 2” x 2” at 1 Sun

• PV Cell Placement Indicator: Ensures precise alignment

• Adjustable Orientation: Can be mounted pointing up, down, or sideways with 90° rotational accessory

• Temperature-Controlled Simulator: Stable output under varying laboratory conditions

• USB Communication: Easy interface with control software

• Standards Compliance: Class AAA for IEC 60904-9, JIS C 8912, and ASTM E 927

• Easy Light Adjustment: Fine-tune solar intensity with the controller

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Electrical & Measurement Specifications

• Voltage Range: -7 V to +7 V

• Current Range: 10 nA to 30 mA

• Measurement Capabilities:

o I–V (Current-Voltage)

o I-t (Current-Time / Transient Photocurrent)

o P–V (Power-Voltage)

• Calibration: Factory-calibrated reference solar cell for AM1.5G spectral match and irradiance intensity

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Applications

• Research & development of advanced solar cells

• Photovoltaic device quality control

• Laboratory teaching & experiments

• Stability and lifetime studies of solar cells

• Comparative studies of emerging photovoltaic technologies

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LSS Automatic Solar IV Characterization System

Class AAA Solar Simulator – High-Precision Photovoltaic Characterization

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System Overview

The LSS Solar Simulator System generates a continuous AAA-class light spectrum for precise characterization of all types of solar cells. The system is capable of illuminating devices up to 25 × 25 mm or larger, with adjustable light intensity ranging from 1 W/m² to 1000 W/m².

The solar simulator and I–V measurement system are fully computer-controlled, enabling automated measurement, analysis, and reporting of photovoltaic parameters and mechanisms.

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Key Measurement Capabilities

I–V Characterization

• Dark and illuminated I–V measurements for analysis of series resistance, shunt resistance, diode factor, and saturation currents

• Light I–V measurements for standard photovoltaic characterization

Power-Voltage (P–V) Measurement

• Simultaneous acquisition of current-voltage and power-voltage curves under variable illumination

Photovoltaic Mechanism Analysis

• Automatic determination of mechanisms including monomolecular recombination, supra-linear mechanisms, etc.

• Real-time identification of the dominant mechanism on the computer screen

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Photovoltaic Parameters Measured Automatically

• Open Circuit Voltage (Voc)

• Short Circuit Current (Isc)

• Maximum Power Output (Pmax)

• Voltage at Pmax (Vmax)

• Current at Pmax (Imax)

• Fill Factor (FF)

• Series Resistance (Rs)

• Shunt Resistance (Rsh)

• Characteristic Resistance of Solar Cell (Rch)

• Photoresponse (RR)

• Conversion Efficiency (η)

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System Automation Features

• Computer-controlled automatic solar simulator

• Automatic intensity adjustment from 0.1 W/cm² to 1000 W/cm² with 1 mW/cm² steps

• Automatic measurement of:

o I–V curves

o P–V curves

o I–sc vs. solar light intensity

o Photovoltaic mechanism analysis

• Automatic data analysis and real-time display of mechanism type

Technical Specifications

Feature Specification

Solar Simulator Control Fully computer-controlled

Light Intensity Range 0.1 W/cm² – 1000 W/cm², adjustable in 1 mW/cm² steps

Measurement Modes I–V, P–V, Isc-Light Intensity, Photovoltaic mechanism analysis

Source Meter Voltage: -7 V to +7 VCurrent: 1 nA – 30 mA (or higher)

Automatic Shuttering Light intensity automatically adjusted 1–1000 W/m²

Software Complete measurement, data acquisition, and analysis

Sample Size Up to 25 × 25 mm

Installation & Training Included

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Applications

• Laboratory-scale photovoltaic research and development

• Characterization of Dye-Sensitized, Quantum Dot, Organic, Perovskite, Silicon, and Thin-Film Solar Cells

• Long-term stability and lifetime testing

• Advanced photovoltaic mechanism studies

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System Highlights

• AAA-class spectrum for accurate AM1.5G simulation

• Continuous light spectrum with adjustable irradiance

• Fully automated I–V and P–V measurements

• Automatic photovoltaic mechanism identification

• User-friendly software interface for real-time analysis

• Suitable for research labs, universities, and industrial R&D

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System Software

The LSS Solar Simulator System is equipped with two advanced software modules for complete photovoltaic characterization:

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1. Photovoltaic Parameter Characterization Software

This software automates the measurement and calculation of all key photovoltaic parameters of solar cells. The system performs measurements and determines the following parameters:

• Short Circuit Current (Isc)

• Open Circuit Voltage (Voc)

• Maximum Power (Pmax)

• Current at Maximum Power (Imax)

• Voltage at Maximum Power (Vmax)

• Conversion Efficiency (η)

• Shunt Resistance (Rsh)

• Series Resistance (Rs)

The software provides real-time plotting, data acquisition, and export functions for laboratory and research applications.

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2. Photovoltaic Mechanism Analysis Software

This software module automatically analyzes the photovoltaic mechanisms of the solar cell under test. It can identify dominant mechanisms such as:

• Monomolecular recombination

• Supra-linear recombination

• Other device-specific recombination processes

Results are displayed directly on the computer interface, enabling fast, automated analysis and mechanism classification without manual intervention.