Photovoltaic inverter test project

What is penetration testing in PV inverter?

Penetration testing provides a detailed overview of PV inverter security issues. The analysis is conducted by simulating a real hacker attack during the prototype development phase.

Do you need an electrician to test a PV inverter?

Warning: Carrying out these tests involves working with live DC and AC voltages. The testing must only be carried out by an ACT licensed electrician. For inverters with PV panels connected, the tests must be conducted at a time of day when weather conditions allow the PV system to be producing a minimum power output.

What is PV inverter research?

This research also develops models and methods to compute the losses of the power electronics switches and other components in a PV inverter. The losses are then used to estimate the junction and heat sink temperatures of the power semiconductors in the inverter.

How do I test a PV inverter?

Use an AC / grid emulator to load and test the inverter’s output. Verifying the performance of PV inverters under varying weather and load conditions requires simulating solar arrays in the lab and AC / grid.

Are PV inverters safe and reliable?

As vital components of PV systems, PV inverters must be safe and reliable. PV inverters are critical components of PV power systems, and play a key role in ensuring the longevity and stability of such systems. The relevant standards ensure that your inverters perform safely, efficiently and with wide applicability.

How can we verify the reliability of PV inverters?

To verify the reliability of PV inverters in diverse application scenarios, such as hot, cold, damp, high-altitude and offshore environments, a variety of extreme harsh environmental conditions can be simulated in our laboratory for testing and verification in accordance with IEC 60068-2 standards.