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http://dx.doi.org/10.21218/CPR.2019.7.2.046

Suggestion of PV Module Test Methods Based on Weathering Monitoring  

Kim, Kyungsoo (Photovoltaic Laboratory, Korea Institute of Energy Research)
Yun, Jaeho (New and Renewable Energy Institute, Korea Institute of Energy Research)
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Current Photovoltaic Research / v.7, no.2, 2019 , pp. 46-50 More about this Journal
Abstract
The photovoltaic (PV) system consists of solar cells, solar modules, inverters and peripherals. The related evaluation and certification are proceeding as standards published by the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) TC (Technical Committee) 82. In particular, PV module is a component that requires stable durability over 20 years, and evaluation in various external environments is very important. Currently, IEC 61215-based standards are being tested, but temperature, humidity, wind and solar radiation conditions are not considered in all areas. For this reason, various types of defects may occur depending on the installation area of the same photovoltaic module. In particular, the domestic climate (South Korea) is moderate. The various test methods proposed by IEC 61215 are appropriate, excessive, or insufficient, depending on environmental condition. In this paper, we analyze the climate data collection for one year to understand the vulnerability of this test method of PV modules. Through this, we propose a test method for PV module suitable for domestic climatic conditions and also propose a technical consideration for installation and design of PV system.
Keywords
Solar Energy; Renewable Energy; PV System; Certificate; PV Module; Weathering Monitoring;
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