PV Hail Impact Tester

Standard Compliance

IEC 61215: Mechanical load testing for terrestrial photovoltaic modules.

UL 61730: Safety standards for photovoltaic modules under extreme weather conditions.

ASTM E1886: Impact resistance testing for building envelopes (adapted for PV applications).

IEC TS 63057: Hail impact simulation protocols for concentrated solar power systems.

Product Advantages

Precision Engineering:

High-speed pneumatic system delivers repeatable impact energies (±2% accuracy).

Adjustable ice ball diameter (25mm–75mm) to simulate diverse hailstone sizes.

Safety First:

Enclosed testing chamber with transparent polycarbonate shielding.

Emergency stop function and over-pressure protection.

User-Friendly Operation:

7-inch touchscreen HMI with multi-language support (English/Spanish/German/Chinese).

Pre-programmed test modes for IEC/UL/ASTM standards.

Customizable Solutions:

Optional environmental chamber (-40°C to +85°C) for extreme temperature testing.

Modular design for easy integration into existing QC lines.

Product Features

Dual-Station Testing: Simultaneous evaluation of two PV modules for accelerated workflows.

High-Speed Imaging: Built-in 1000fps camera captures impact dynamics for post-test analysis.

Automated Control:

Programmable trajectory system for precise ice ball launch angles (0°–90°).

Real-time data logging (force, velocity, deformation) via USB/Ethernet.

Robust Construction:

Stainless steel frame with anti-vibration mounting.

Low-noise operation (<65 dB) for laboratory environments.

Accessories Included

100x Ice Balls (25mm/35mm/50mm/75mm mix)

Sample Clamping Kit (adjustable for frameless/framed modules)

Software Suite:

Real-time data acquisition & analysis tool.

Test report generator (PDF/Excel export).

Spare Parts Kit:

2x pneumatic nozzles, 5x O-rings, 1x calibration tool.

User Manual:

Multilingual guide (printed + digital copy).

Technical Parameters