Solis-300 X SMART SOLAR SIMULATOR

1. SYSTEM OVERVIEW

The Solis-300 solar simulator is a complete, multi-module photovoltaic characterization platform engineered specifically for cutting-edge laboratory research, advanced device validation, and material science applications. The system seamlessly integrates a maintenance-free, high-stability Class AAA Solar Simulator with a high-precision digital instrumentation core to execute accurate, repeatable, and fully automated multi-parameter testing.

By unifying hardware automation with real-time computational algorithms, the system eliminates traditional user setup errors and manual measurement drift. It supports high-fidelity characterization across all established and emerging thin-film or solid-state solar cell architectures, delivering key insights into operational efficiencies, lifecycle physics, and fundamental charge transport mechanisms.

Universal Photovoltaic Architecture Compatibility

·         Perovskite Solar Cells: Designed to analyze specialized polarization dynamics, ion migration anomalies, and real-time transient shifts.

·         Organic Photovoltaics (OPV / OSC): High-gain sensitivity channels allow precise resolution of lower current characteristics typical of advanced organic matrices.

·         Dye-Sensitized (DSSC) & Quantum Dot (QDSC) Cells: Comprehensive tracking of multi-junction or nano-structured liquid/solid-state interfaces.

·         Conventional Silicon (Mono/Poly-Si) & Thin-Film Technologies: Out-of-the-box support for rapid evaluation of traditional junctions, including CdTe and CIGS architectures.

2. OPTICAL ENGINE & ACCREDITED STANDARDS COMPLIANCE

The integrated optical assembly projects a continuous, uniform, and factory-stabilized light field engineered to replicate terrestrial solar distribution. The optical performance holds a verifiable certificate of compliance meeting the premium Class AAA matching rules dictated by international testing authorities (IEC 60904-9, ASTM E927 / ASTM E72-10, and JIS C8912):

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·         Spectral Match (Class A): Rigorously matches the structural spectral distribution requirements of the AM 1.5G global standard across the 400 nm to 1100 nm range, suppressing spectral mismatch errors.

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·         Spatial Uniformity of Irradiance (Class A): Delivers a uniform illumination field across active test zones up to 40-50 cm at 1 Sun), providing equal photon distribution across the complete device active area.

·         Temporal Stability (Class A): Continuous optical spectrum output guarantees a drift-free operational state during sensitive, multi-hour lifecycle tests or transient fast-sweep data acquisition.

 . ADVANCED ELECTRICAL & HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS

The system leverages an integrated control approach, with internal modules communicating over high-speed USB channels to eliminate data bottlenecks.

3.1. Precision Source Measure Unit (SMU)

·         Voltage Sweeping Enclosure: Fully programmable DC sweep window covering -7V  to +7V with fine step scaling.

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·         Dynamic Current Range: Highly sensitive operational range operating from an ultra-low threshold of 1nA up to a robust 30 mA capacity, capturing small leakage paths as well as standard operational outputs.

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·         Measurement Modes: Complete dual-state compatibility supporting both Dark and Illuminated I-V plots for exact series/shunt isolation.

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3.2. Solar Light Controller & Irradiance Regulation

·         Wide Irradiance Spectrum: Programmable light intensity control operating from 500 W/m2  to 1000 W/m2 .

·         Fine Step Optimization: Computer-driven automatic shuttering and software attenuation allow adjusting light levels in fine 500  to 1000 W/m2 .

·         Calibrated Reference Cell: Supplied with an accredited, factory-calibrated reference solar cell to guarantee daily traceability for absolute light intensity matching.

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4. MULTI-MODULE AUTOMATION SOFTWARE PLATFORM

The Aura-Solar IV analayzer  features four specialized software modules operating in real time to handle everything from standard efficiency testing to advanced physical mechanism diagnostics.

Module 1: Solar IV Characterization Software

Automates standard I-           V and P-V acquisition sequences to calculate primary photovoltaic figures of merit:

·         Voc (Open-Circuit Voltage) & Isc (Short-Circuit Current / Current Density)

Pmax (Maximum Power Output) with exact Vmax and Imax coordinates

·         FF (Fill Factor) & PCE (Photovoltaic Power Conversion Efficiency)

·         Rs (Series and  Rsh Shunt Resistance parameters derived via internal diode-slope models)

·         Rch (Characteristic Device Resistance) & RR (Photoresponse / Photosensitivity coefficients)

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Module 2: Solar Life-Time & Stability Software

Designed for long-term aging setups and material lifetime tracking. It logs continuous performance stability curves and open-circuit/short-circuit parameters over time to quantify degradation rates under controlled atmospheric exposures.

5. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

6. REGULAR LAB & TECHNICAL APPLICATIONS

·         Photovoltaic Material R&D: Direct screening of physical parameters in newly synthesized molecular chains, absorber films, and carrier transport windows.

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·         Device Level Quality Control: Standardized, repeatable classification of cell batches before scaling up module integration.

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