Solar Simulation

Solar simulation cabinets and systems accurately simulate the energy of Global Radiation. Each one meets the unique requirements of an application: from small, single-Luminary exposure configurations to large-scale, multiple-Luminary systems capable of exposing automobiles.

The SolarConstant unit is a special design to match the requirements of simulated environmental tests with solar radiation. The spectrum of sunlight (so-called Global Radiation) is accurately reproduced allowing reliable system performance decisions to be made.

The basic components of the SolarConstant unit are the radiation unit, the power supply and the control system.

For the radiation unit a special metal halide lamp system (Metal Halide Global, MHG) is used. The Electronic Power Supply (EPS), drives the lamps with square wave current that not only stabilizes and optimizes spectral characteristics, but also extends lamp lifetime up to 35%. These systems effectively simulate total radiation (direct solar plus sky radiation) specified in CIE No. 85, Table 4. The control of the SolarConstant unit is handled by a dedicated computer: SolarSoft, a menu-driven software program, provides ease of use and fast test setup allowing maximum utilization of the test facility.

Solar simulation cabinets and systems are made to meet your testing objectives. The SolarConstant unit is mounted in cabinets and modular systems, providing a large variety of configurations allowing for test design flexibility.