Solar PV Testers & Test Instruments for PV Cables
Solar PV Testers
The Seaward Solar PV Testers devices are safe and easy-to-use, designed to measure and analyse the electrical performance of solar photovoltaic panels (PV) with Solar Cable installation, allowing for identification of potential issues, verify system efficiency and diagnose issues by testing key parameters like voltage, current, power output, and I-V curve characteristics, ensuring the system is functioning correctly. The complete Seaward Testers range (compliant with IEC 62446 standards) includes Seaward PV150, Seaward PV200, Seaward Solar Utility Pro & Seaward PV1525.
♦ IEC 62446 Standards
The IEC 62446 standards are a series of international standards that are purposed for the testing, maintenance, and documentation of photovoltaic (PV) systems, which are published by the International Electrotechnical Commission. These standards ensure that PV systems are installed safely and operate correctly, as well as identifying faults, such as hot spots, potential-induced degradation, and module defects.
Thorne & Derrick are stockists and suppliers of the Seaward Solar PV Testers range, which are manufactured as complete kits, providing the essential components for thorough and accurate testing, including Solar Survey 200R Irradiance Meter, which connects wirelessly to the Seaward Solar PV Testers, providing real-time irradiance, ambient temperature and PV module temperature measurement results.
Providing the ideal solution to Cables testing, the Seaward Solar PV Testers range can be applied with Thorne & Derrick’s extensive range of LV MV HV Solar Cables, Accessories, Substation & Electrical Equipment, including market-leading Solar Cables, such as:
- Leoni SOLARPower Alu-ATA Low Voltage Installation AC Cable
- Top Cable TOPSOLAR PV H1Z2Z2-K Solar PV String Cable
- Prysmian TESCUN H1Z2Z2-K Solar PV String Cable
Seaward PV200 | Seaward AGL-5 | Seaward Solar Utility Pro | Seaward PV1525 | Seaward LLT | Seaward PV150
Solar Cable Testers From Seaward
Seaward PV150 Solar PV Testers ➡
The Seaward PV150 Solar PV Testers ensures electrical safety and performance verification of photovoltaic installations in a safe and easy-to-use device. The Seaward PV150 kit features a safe test connection to efficiently test energised arrays. The Solar PV Tester can also wirelessly capture and record real time irradiance, ambient temperature and PV module temperature measurements from the Solar Survey 200R.
Seaward PV150 offers an Open Circuit Voltage Measuring Range of 5.0VDC – 1000VDC and a Short Circuit Current Measuring Range of 0.50ADC – 15.00ADC (with a maximum power of 10kW). The instrument weighs 0.95kg/2.1lbs, with dimensions of 26.4 x 10.7 x 5.8cm/10.4 x 4.2 x 2.3”.
| Seaward PV150 Solar PV Tester Kit Contents |
| Seaward PV150 Solar PV Tester installation instrument |
| 2 x MC4 test lead adaptors |
| 2 x Combiner box test probes and detachable alligator clips (MC4) |
| AC/DC current clamp |
| Solar Survey 200R irradiance meter and temperature probe |
| Solar Survey 200R mounting bracket |
| Rugged carry bag |
| Quick Start Guide |
| UKAS Calibration Certificate (PV150) |
| SolarCert PC Software |
Seaward PV200 Solar PV Testers ➡
The Seaward PV200 are compact & cost effective Solar PV Testers with I-V curve tracer that uses simple push button operation, allowing for electrical safety. 999 datasets can be stored on the Seaward PV200 and analysed once downloaded to the SolarCert software. The Solar PV Tester measures ground (earth) continuity, open circuit voltage, short circuit current, maximum power point voltage, current and power (with AC/DC clamp). The instrument will also give you the fill factor of the PV module or system under test.
Seaward PV200 offers an Open Circuit Voltage Measuring Range of 5.0VDC – 1000VDC and a Short Circuit Current Measuring Range of 0.50ADC – 15.00ADC (with a maximum power of 10kW). The instrument weighs 0.95kg/2.1lbs, with dimensions of 26.4 x 10.7 x 5.8cm/10.4 x 4.2 x 2.3”.
| Seaward PV200 Solar PV Tester Kit Contents |
| Seaward PV200 Solar PV Tester installation instrument |
| 2 x MC4 test lead adaptors |
| 2 x Combiner box test probes and detachable alligator clips (MC4) |
| AC/DC current clamp |
| Solar Survey 200R irradiance meter and temperature probe |
| Solar Survey 200R mounting bracket |
| Rugged carry bag |
| Quick Start Guide |
| UKAS Calibration Certificate (PV200) |
| SolarCert PC Software |
Seaward PV1525 Solar PV Testers ➡
The high voltage Seaward PV1525, designed for installers and O&M engineers, offering efficient and accurate electrical safety testing and performance measures in photovoltaic (PV) systems up to 1500VDC and 25A, making the Seaward PV1525 an ideal PV solar cables installation testing instrument for residential and commercial level installations.
Seaward PV1525 offers an Open Circuit Voltage Measuring Range of 5.0VDC – 1500VDC and a Short Circuit Current Measuring Range of 0.50ADC – 25.00ADC (with a maximum power of 36.5kW).
| Seaward PV1525 Solar PV Tester Kit Contents |
| Seaward PV1525 or PV1525 IV instruments |
| Carry case |
| Set 4mm test probes – Red and black (with detachable clips) |
| Set instrument to MC4 test leads – Yellow and black |
| Combiner box test lead set (MC4 to test probe with detachable clip) |
| LiPo battery pack |
| Battery charger |
| Printed QSG |
| Solar Survey 200LR irradiance meter |
| PV:1500 clamp (wireless clamp meter) |
| Solar panel clamp |
| Solar Certs |
Seaward Solar Utility Pro Solar PV Testers ➡
The Seaward Solar Utility Pro Solar PV Testers takes PV testing to the next level. Offering more efficient 1500V modules and inverters, Seaward have answered the industry call for an easy to use and robust tester with 1500V capabilities. The market leading 40A current capability enables the Seaward Solar Utility Pro to test parallel wired strings up to a maximum of 1500V / 40A, eliminating the time consuming task of separating strings to keep within lower limits of other instruments.
Seaward Solar Utility Pro offers an Open Circuit Voltage Measuring Range of 5.0VDC – 1500VDC and a Short Circuit Current Measuring Range of 0.50ADC – 40.00ADC (with a maximum power of 45kW).
| Seaward Solar Utility Pro Solar PV Tester Kit Contents |
| Seaward Solar Utility Pro Solar PV Tester unit |
| Set of 1.2M red and black MC4 leads with test probe and alligator clip |
| Set of 2M red and black MC4 extension leads |
| Solar Survey 200R irradiance meter |
| Solar Survey 200R irradiance meter clamp |
| PV hold-all bag |
| 3 x 18650 protected lithium-ion batteries |
| Battery charger |
| 2 x Dust covers |
| 1 x UK mains lead |
| 1 x Schuko mains lead |
Voltage Detectors
Seaward Voltage Detectors, also knows as voltage stick or pen, is used to check for live voltage in electrical circuits, ultimately preventing accidental contact with live wires in and around electrical installations. The Seaward range includes Seaward Live Line Testers HV for rail cable testing, ensuring conductor rails have been isolated from the power supply before maintenance or inspection work commences on rail track systems, as well as the Seaward AGL-5 5kV, designed for air field ground lighting testing and voltage detecting.
Seaward AGL-5 Voltage Detector
The two pole Seaward AGL-5 Voltage Detector is designed specifically for use on offshore systems or Airfield Ground Lighting Systems up to 5kV. The voltage detection instrument indicates the presence of voltages greater than 50V AC/ 70V DC and is ideal for proving dead on Remotely Operated Vehicles or AGL systems up to 5000V AC or DC.
Seaward AGL-5 is entirely encapsulated in a high impact rugged enclosure and is IP64 rated. Featuring ultra-bright high intensity red LED indicators and a polarising filter, allowing for clear visibility in all working environments. The Seaward AGL-5 Voltage Detector offers a working voltage of 5kV AC/DC and a circuit current of <3.5mA.
Seaward LLT Voltage Detector
The Seaward LLT Voltage Detector, ideal for live line testing on systems up to 11kV/1100V DC medium voltages, and is encapsulated in a high impact rugged enclosure with high-visibility cable. The unit is fitted with high-intensity red LED indicators and a polarizing filter making it clearly visible, even in direct sunlight.
Designed specifically for live line applications, the High Voltage Seaward LLT Voltage Detector ensures conductor rails have been isolated from the power supply before maintenance or inspection work commences.
- Working voltage | 1100V DC max
- Threshold voltage | 200VAC/300VDC
- Indicator | 3 ultra-bright red LEDs
Seaward | Electrical Safety Test Equipment
Thorne & Derrick distribute the most extensive range of Electrical Safety Equipment, including electrical safety testing equipment from Seaward to ensure safe working and protection against electrocution during the installation, jointing, terminating and testing of medium/high voltage power cables and electrical equipment including switchgear and transformers. Seaward focus on safety with their portfolio of portable appliance testers, Solar PV testers and medical device test equipment.
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Specialist Distributors To The Solar & Renewables Industry
Thorne & Derrick distribute the most extensive range of Cable Installation & Electrical Distribution Equipment to the renewable energy sector – we service UK and international clients working on underground cables, overhead lines, substations and electrical construction at 11kV and up to and EHV transmission and distribution voltages.
Key Products: MV-HV Cable Joints & Terminations, Cable Cleats, Duct Seals, Cable Transits, Underground Cable Protection, Copper Earth Tapes, Cable Jointing Tools, Feeder Pillars, Cable Ducting, Earthing & Lightning Protection, Electrical Safety, Cable Glands, Arc Flash Protection & Fusegear.
Electrical Safety LV MV HV | Live Line Testers | HV Discharge Rods | Insulating Sticks | Portable Earthing | Voltage Detectors
Seaward PV200 Solar PV Testers DatasheetDownload
