Pyranometers − Solar Irradiance

This section includes a range of high-quality solar radiation instruments, with a particular focus on solutions from Kipp & Zonen, all designed for precision in diverse applications. Featured are their renowned pyranometers, including the advanced Smart pyranometer series with integrated RS485 Modbus communication, essential for accurate global horizontal irradiance (GHI) measurement. These instruments can also be configured as albedometers for specialised reflective measurements. The Meteon data loggers and ventilation units, crucial for maintaining optimal sensor performance, are also included. These ensure reliable and consistent data collection and are indispensable for applications ranging from renewable energy assessment to agricultural research and meteorological studies.

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SP Lite2 Silicon Pyranometer

The SP Lite2 Silicon cell photo-diode pyranometer offers an economical solution for the reliable routine measurement of incoming global solar irradiance. It has a conical diffuser that offers excellent directional (cosine) response, causes rain to run off and is easy to keep clean. The SP Lite2 can be used under..

CMP3 Pyranometer

The CMP3 is a spectrally flat class C pyranometer that is smaller and lighter than the other CMP series pyranometers, providing an economical solution for the routine measurement of incoming global solar radiation. The CMP3 uses a 64-junction thermopile detectors and provides an expected output of 0-30mV based on a..

SMP3 Smart Pyranometer

The SMP3 Pyranometer is a spectrally flat class C pyranometer with an amplified analogue and RS485 Modbus RTU output. The SMP3 is identical to the CMP3 pyranometer but includes a Modbus interface allowing for an improved response time and rescaleable, temperature corrected measurement data. The amplified output options are 0-1V..

CMP6 Pyranometer

The CMP6 Pyranometer is a Spectrally Flat Class B pyranometer that has a similar detector to the CMP3 but with improved performance. The CMP6 uses a 64-junction thermopile detectors and provides an expected output of 0-30mV based on a sensitivity of 5 to 20µV/W/m². The CMP6 has two, 2mm thick,..

SMP6 Smart Pyranometer

The SMP6 Pyranometer is a Class B pyranometer with industry standard digital and analogue amplified outputs. The SMP6 is identical to the CMP6 pyranometer but includes an RS485 Modbus RTU interface allowing for an improved response time and rescaleable, temperature corrected measurement data. The SMP6 has a dual-dome construction with..

CMP10 Pyranometer

The CMP10 Pyranometer is a Spectrally Flat Class A pyranometer which provides a faster response, better linearity and a wider measurement range than the CMP3 and CMP6. The CMP10 uses a 32-junction thermopile detectors and provides an expected output of 0-21mV based on a sensitivity of 7 to 14µV/W/m². The..

SMP10 Smart Pyranometer

The SMP10 Pyranometer is a secondary standard pyranometer with a sealed internal drying cartridge that allows for 10 years operation without maintenance. The SMP10 is identical to the CMP10 pyranometer but includes an RS485 Modbus RTU interface allowing for an improved response time and rescaleable, temperature corrected measurement data. The..

SMP12 Fast Response Smart Pyranometer

The new SMP12 is an industry's first fast response spectrally flat Class A Pyranometer that combines solid-state dome heating to mitigate the effects of morning dew, frost or snow. The SMP12 combines proven sensor and diffuser technology from the RaZON+ PH1 and PR1 radiometers with an enhanced version of the..

CMP21 Pyranometer

The CMP21 Pyranometer is a secondary standard pyranometer that is similar to the CMP11 but has individually optimised temperature compensation. The CMP21 uses a 32-junction thermopile detector and provides an expected output of 0-20mV based on a sensitivity of 7 to 14µV/Wm². The CMP21 has two, 2mm thick, high quality..

CMP22 Pyranometer

The CMP22 Pyranometer is a secondary standard pyranometer that uses very high quality quartz domes for a wider spectral range, improved directional response and reduced thermal offsets than the CMP21. The CMP22 uses a 32-junction thermopile detector and provides an expected output of 0-20mV based on a sensitivity of 7..

SMP22 Smart Pyranometer

The SMP22 Pyranometer is a secondary standard pyranometer with an amplified analogue and RS485 Modbus RTU output. The SMP22 is identical to the CMP22 pyranometer but includes a Modbus interface allowing for an improved response time and rescaleable, temperature corrected measurement data. The amplified output options are 0-1V or 4-20mA..

CVF 4 Ventilation Unit

The CVF4 Ventilation unit is a low maintenance ventilation unit with a fan and inlet filter that provides a flow of clean air over the dome of a radiometer. The integrated heater allows the air to be warmed when necessary. The fan of the CVF4 runs continuously to reduce dust..

Meteon Data Logger

The Meteon is an accurate handheld display and data logger designed specifically for the measurement of solar irradiance in combination with Kipp & Zonen radiometers and pyranometers. The Meteon will log up to 3500 samples, storing min, max and average value per logging interval. The logger will operate for 50..

Meteon 2.0 Data Logger

The Meteon is a compact handheld display and data logger optimised for the PV related solar radiation measurement. It comes in a rugged carrying case that also offers room for a pyranometer and cable. It can accept up to 5 Smart pyranometers and one analogue radiometer, plus temperature sensor. A..

SP Lite2 Silicon Pyranometer

The SP Lite2 Silicon cell photo-diode pyranometer offers an economical solution for the reliable routine measurement of incoming global solar irradiance. It has a conical diffuser that offers excellent directional (cosine) response, causes rain to run off and is easy to keep clean. The SP Lite2 can be used under all weather conditions and is designed for a long operating life with simple maintenance. Spectral range 400 to 1100nm. The SP Lite2 has a similar ...

CMP3 Pyranometer

The CMP3 is a spectrally flat class C pyranometer that is smaller and lighter than the other CMP series pyranometers, providing an economical solution for the routine measurement of incoming global solar radiation. The CMP3 uses a 64-junction thermopile detectors and provides an expected output of 0-30mV based on a sensitivity of 24 to 32µV/W/m². The CMP3 has a 4mm glass dome with a spectral range of 300 to 2800nm. The small size and sealed ...

SMP3 Smart Pyranometer

The SMP3 Pyranometer is a spectrally flat class C pyranometer with an amplified analogue and RS485 Modbus RTU output. The SMP3 is identical to the CMP3 pyranometer but includes a Modbus interface allowing for an improved response time and rescaleable, temperature corrected measurement data. The amplified output options are 0-1V or 4-20mA and these are identically configured to allow for easy installation and exchange during recalibration. The SMP3 has a 4mm glass dome with a ...

CMP6 Pyranometer

The CMP6 Pyranometer is a Spectrally Flat Class B pyranometer that has a similar detector to the CMP3 but with improved performance. The CMP6 uses a 64-junction thermopile detectors and provides an expected output of 0-30mV based on a sensitivity of 5 to 20µV/W/m². The CMP6 has two, 2mm thick, high quality concentric domes which reduces directional error and improves thermal isolation. The CMP6 has a drying cartridge with replaceable desiccant. Spectral range of 285 ...

SMP6 Smart Pyranometer

The SMP6 Pyranometer is a Class B pyranometer with industry standard digital and analogue amplified outputs. The SMP6 is identical to the CMP6 pyranometer but includes an RS485 Modbus RTU interface allowing for an improved response time and rescaleable, temperature corrected measurement data. The SMP6 has a dual-dome construction with high quality glass and an increased thermal mass covering a spectral range of 285 to 2800nm. This unit is ideal for high quality solar radiation ...

CMP10 Pyranometer

The CMP10 Pyranometer is a Spectrally Flat Class A pyranometer which provides a faster response, better linearity and a wider measurement range than the CMP3 and CMP6. The CMP10 uses a 32-junction thermopile detectors and provides an expected output of 0-21mV based on a sensitivity of 7 to 14µV/W/m². The CMP10 has two, 2mm thick, high quality concentric domes which reduces directional error and improves thermal isolation. The CMP10 also has built-in temperature compensation and ...

SMP10 Smart Pyranometer

The SMP10 Pyranometer is a secondary standard pyranometer with a sealed internal drying cartridge that allows for 10 years operation without maintenance. The SMP10 is identical to the CMP10 pyranometer but includes an RS485 Modbus RTU interface allowing for an improved response time and rescaleable, temperature corrected measurement data. The amplified output options are 0-1V or 4-20mA and these are identically configured to allow for easy installation and exchange during recalibration. The SMP10 has a ...

SMP12 Fast Response Smart Pyranometer

The new SMP12 is an industry's first fast response spectrally flat Class A Pyranometer that combines solid-state dome heating to mitigate the effects of morning dew, frost or snow. The SMP12 combines proven sensor and diffuser technology from the RaZON+ PH1 and PR1 radiometers with an enhanced version of the Smart interface and the low maintenance of the SMP10. The SMP12 has an internal drying cartridge that will last for at least 10 years if ...

CMP21 Pyranometer

The CMP21 Pyranometer is a secondary standard pyranometer that is similar to the CMP11 but has individually optimised temperature compensation. The CMP21 uses a 32-junction thermopile detector and provides an expected output of 0-20mV based on a sensitivity of 7 to 14µV/Wm². The CMP21 has two, 2mm thick, high quality concentric domes which reduces directional error and improves thermal isolation. The CMP21 has an internal 10K thermistor, or PT100, sensor to monitor the housing temperature, ...

CMP22 Pyranometer

The CMP22 Pyranometer is a secondary standard pyranometer that uses very high quality quartz domes for a wider spectral range, improved directional response and reduced thermal offsets than the CMP21. The CMP22 uses a 32-junction thermopile detector and provides an expected output of 0-20mV based on a sensitivity of 7 to 14µV/Wm². The CMP22 has an internal 10K thermistor, or PT100, sensor to monitor the housing temperature, along with individual temperature and direction response values ...

SMP22 Smart Pyranometer

The SMP22 Pyranometer is a secondary standard pyranometer with an amplified analogue and RS485 Modbus RTU output. The SMP22 is identical to the CMP22 pyranometer but includes a Modbus interface allowing for an improved response time and rescaleable, temperature corrected measurement data. The amplified output options are 0-1V or 4-20mA and these are identically configured to allow for easy installation and exchange during recalibration. The SMP22 uses very high quality quartz domes for a wider ...

CVF 4 Ventilation Unit

The CVF4 Ventilation unit is a low maintenance ventilation unit with a fan and inlet filter that provides a flow of clean air over the dome of a radiometer. The integrated heater allows the air to be warmed when necessary. The fan of the CVF4 runs continuously to reduce dust and dirt settling, to dissipate rain drops and to stabilise the dome temperature. A tacho output from the fan gives two pulses per revolution and ...

Meteon Data Logger

The Meteon is an accurate handheld display and data logger designed specifically for the measurement of solar irradiance in combination with Kipp & Zonen radiometers and pyranometers. The Meteon will log up to 3500 samples, storing min, max and average value per logging interval. The logger will operate for 50 days on internal batteries. The Meteon data logger is supplied with a touch carrying case, software, USB cable and batteries. Terminals allow for connection to ...

Meteon 2.0 Data Logger

The Meteon is a compact handheld display and data logger optimised for the PV related solar radiation measurement. It comes in a rugged carrying case that also offers room for a pyranometer and cable. It can accept up to 5 Smart pyranometers and one analogue radiometer, plus temperature sensor. A kWh pulse input is also available. The Meteon 2.0 can measure, display and log data from up to 8 devices, or used in transparent mode ...

This section includes a range of high-quality solar radiation instruments, with a particular focus on solutions from Kipp & Zonen, all designed for precision in diverse applications. Featured are their renowned pyranometers, including the advanced Smart pyranometer series with integrated RS485 Modbus communication, essential for accurate global horizontal irradiance (GHI) measurement. These instruments can also be configured as albedometers for specialised reflective measurements. The Meteon data loggers and ventilation units, crucial for maintaining optimal sensor performance, are also included. These ensure reliable and consistent data collection and are indispensable for applications ranging from renewable energy assessment to agricultural research and meteorological studies.

SP Lite2 Silicon Pyranometer

The SP Lite2 Silicon cell photo-diode pyranometer offers an economical solution for the reliable routine measurement of incoming global solar irradiance. It has a conical diffuser that offers excellent directional (cosine) response, causes rain to run off and is easy to keep clean. The SP Lite2 can be used under..

CMP3 Pyranometer

The CMP3 is a spectrally flat class C pyranometer that is smaller and lighter than the other CMP series pyranometers, providing an economical solution for the routine measurement of incoming global solar radiation. The CMP3 uses a 64-junction thermopile detectors and provides an expected output of 0-30mV based on a..

SMP3 Smart Pyranometer

The SMP3 Pyranometer is a spectrally flat class C pyranometer with an amplified analogue and RS485 Modbus RTU output. The SMP3 is identical to the CMP3 pyranometer but includes a Modbus interface allowing for an improved response time and rescaleable, temperature corrected measurement data. The amplified output options are 0-1V..

CMP6 Pyranometer

The CMP6 Pyranometer is a Spectrally Flat Class B pyranometer that has a similar detector to the CMP3 but with improved performance. The CMP6 uses a 64-junction thermopile detectors and provides an expected output of 0-30mV based on a sensitivity of 5 to 20µV/W/m². The CMP6 has two, 2mm thick,..

SMP6 Smart Pyranometer

The SMP6 Pyranometer is a Class B pyranometer with industry standard digital and analogue amplified outputs. The SMP6 is identical to the CMP6 pyranometer but includes an RS485 Modbus RTU interface allowing for an improved response time and rescaleable, temperature corrected measurement data. The SMP6 has a dual-dome construction with..

CMP10 Pyranometer

The CMP10 Pyranometer is a Spectrally Flat Class A pyranometer which provides a faster response, better linearity and a wider measurement range than the CMP3 and CMP6. The CMP10 uses a 32-junction thermopile detectors and provides an expected output of 0-21mV based on a sensitivity of 7 to 14µV/W/m². The..

SMP10 Smart Pyranometer

The SMP10 Pyranometer is a secondary standard pyranometer with a sealed internal drying cartridge that allows for 10 years operation without maintenance. The SMP10 is identical to the CMP10 pyranometer but includes an RS485 Modbus RTU interface allowing for an improved response time and rescaleable, temperature corrected measurement data. The..

SMP12 Fast Response Smart Pyranometer

The new SMP12 is an industry's first fast response spectrally flat Class A Pyranometer that combines solid-state dome heating to mitigate the effects of morning dew, frost or snow. The SMP12 combines proven sensor and diffuser technology from the RaZON+ PH1 and PR1 radiometers with an enhanced version of the..

CMP21 Pyranometer

The CMP21 Pyranometer is a secondary standard pyranometer that is similar to the CMP11 but has individually optimised temperature compensation. The CMP21 uses a 32-junction thermopile detector and provides an expected output of 0-20mV based on a sensitivity of 7 to 14µV/Wm². The CMP21 has two, 2mm thick, high quality..

CMP22 Pyranometer

The CMP22 Pyranometer is a secondary standard pyranometer that uses very high quality quartz domes for a wider spectral range, improved directional response and reduced thermal offsets than the CMP21. The CMP22 uses a 32-junction thermopile detector and provides an expected output of 0-20mV based on a sensitivity of 7..

SMP22 Smart Pyranometer

The SMP22 Pyranometer is a secondary standard pyranometer with an amplified analogue and RS485 Modbus RTU output. The SMP22 is identical to the CMP22 pyranometer but includes a Modbus interface allowing for an improved response time and rescaleable, temperature corrected measurement data. The amplified output options are 0-1V or 4-20mA..

CVF 4 Ventilation Unit

The CVF4 Ventilation unit is a low maintenance ventilation unit with a fan and inlet filter that provides a flow of clean air over the dome of a radiometer. The integrated heater allows the air to be warmed when necessary. The fan of the CVF4 runs continuously to reduce dust..

Meteon Data Logger

The Meteon is an accurate handheld display and data logger designed specifically for the measurement of solar irradiance in combination with Kipp & Zonen radiometers and pyranometers. The Meteon will log up to 3500 samples, storing min, max and average value per logging interval. The logger will operate for 50..

Meteon 2.0 Data Logger

The Meteon is a compact handheld display and data logger optimised for the PV related solar radiation measurement. It comes in a rugged carrying case that also offers room for a pyranometer and cable. It can accept up to 5 Smart pyranometers and one analogue radiometer, plus temperature sensor. A..

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Pyranometers − Solar Irradiance

SP Lite2 Silicon Pyranometer

CMP3 Pyranometer

SMP3 Smart Pyranometer

CMP6 Pyranometer

SMP6 Smart Pyranometer

CMP10 Pyranometer

SMP10 Smart Pyranometer

SMP12 Fast Response Smart Pyranometer

CMP21 Pyranometer

CMP22 Pyranometer

SMP22 Smart Pyranometer

CVF 4 Ventilation Unit

Meteon Data Logger

Meteon 2.0 Data Logger

SP Lite2 Silicon Pyranometer

CMP3 Pyranometer

SMP3 Smart Pyranometer

CMP6 Pyranometer

SMP6 Smart Pyranometer

CMP10 Pyranometer

SMP10 Smart Pyranometer

SMP12 Fast Response Smart Pyranometer

CMP21 Pyranometer

CMP22 Pyranometer

SMP22 Smart Pyranometer

CVF 4 Ventilation Unit

Meteon Data Logger

Meteon 2.0 Data Logger

SP Lite2 Silicon Pyranometer

CMP3 Pyranometer

SMP3 Smart Pyranometer

CMP6 Pyranometer

SMP6 Smart Pyranometer

CMP10 Pyranometer

SMP10 Smart Pyranometer

SMP12 Fast Response Smart Pyranometer

CMP21 Pyranometer

CMP22 Pyranometer

SMP22 Smart Pyranometer

CVF 4 Ventilation Unit

Meteon Data Logger

Meteon 2.0 Data Logger

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