Description
The Pyranometer measures the power of electromagnetic radiation in watts per square meter. It is sensitive to near infrared, visible, and UV radiation, where 90% of solar energy is concentrated.
Specifications (Source: Vernier.com)
- Irradiance Range: 0 to 1100 watts/m2 (in full sun)
- Absolute Accuracy: ±5%
- Repeatability: ±1%
- Long-Term Drift: Less than 3% per year
- Cosine Response:
- 45° zenith angle: 1%
- 75° zenith angle: ±5%
- Wavelength range: 370 nm to 1140 nm
- Current draw: 300 µA
- Output signal: 0 to 4.4 V (dark to full sunlight)
- Typical Resolution: 0.3 Watts/m2
- Sensor dimentions:
- Diameter: 2.4 cm
- Height: 2.75 cm
- Materials: Anodized aluminum with cast acrylic lens
