Photovoltaic support material testing plant

Do PV modules need to be rated for wet locations?

PV modules operate at high temperatures and are exposed to a variety of environmental conditions. As a result, the insulation of module interconnection wiring may be required to be sunlight resistant and rated for wet locations at a temperature rating of 90ºC or above. UL Solutions provides testing and certification to:

How does TÜV SÜD evaluate PV modules?

TÜV SÜD evaluates the performance of your PV modules to ULC/ORD-C1703, UL 1703 and IEC 61730 safety standards as well as IEC 61215 and IEC 61646 performance standards. Our experts conduct factory audits that include initial and follow-up surveillance for manufacturing facilities.

What does a PV Testing Laboratory do?

Our state-of-the-art PV testing laboratories provide product services for performance verification across a range of climates and conditions. Testing services for development, pre-production and production stages include:

What is a PV laboratory qualification?

A PV laboratory qualification, as offered by us, is the verification of scope and accreditations, testing structure and laboratory layout, and operations and maintenance requirements according to ISO/IEC 17025. We provide this service for PV laboratories.

Why should you choose SGS solar test facilities?

The leading industry suppliers and the regions with a high concentration of importers, retailers and power plant companies are setting the market trends. The SGS solar test facilities are located at the center of such markets, to keep up with solar trends and development, and to offer its knowledge to the global market leaders.

What services does TÜV SÜD offer?

TÜV SÜD provides support with BOS component testing during research and development (R&D). We offer PV laboratory qualification according to ISO/IEC 17025, which comprises verification of scope and accreditations, testing structure and laboratory layout, operations and maintenance requirements.