Reed R8180 Solar Power (Irradiance) Meter
REED R8180 Solar Power Meter: measures the solar power and transmission up to 2000W/m2, 634BTU/(ft2xh); range 0 to 1999W/m2 0 to 634BTU/(ft2xh). Easy-to-read display with remote sensor technology.
Same-day response on quotes. ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration available.
Overview
The REED R8180 is a solar power meter for field and industrial use. Measures the solar power and transmission up to 2000W/m2, 634BTU/(ft2xh); easy-to-read display with remote sensor technology; user Selectable W/m2 or BTU/(ft2xh); max/Min and Data Hold functions; and overrange indicator.
Published specifications include Solar Power Meter Accuracy: ±10W/m2 ±3BTU/(ft2xh) or ±5% whichever is greater in sunlight; Angular Accuracy: Cosine corrected <5% for angles <60°; Solar Power Meter Measuring Range: 0 to 1999W/m2 0 to 634BTU/(ft2xh); Additional temperature Resolution: 0.1, 1.
Low battery indicator and auto shut-off. Includes sensor cap, carrying case and battery. Power supply: 9V Battery. Product certifications: CE, EMC Compliant. Operating Temperature: 41 to 104°F (5 to 40°C). Storage Temperature: 14 to 140°F (-10 to 60°C).
Specifications
| Accuracy | |
| Solar Power Meter Accuracy | ±10W/m2 ±3BTU/(ft2xh) or ±5% whichever is greater in sunlight |
| Angular Accuracy | Cosine corrected <5% for angles <60° |
| Ranges | |
| Solar Power Meter Measuring Range | 0 to 1999W/m2 0 to 634BTU/(ft2xh) |
| Additional temperature Resolution | 0.1, 1 |
| Response Time | 250mS |
| Overrange Indicator | Yes ("OL") |
| Power | |
| Power Supply | 9V Battery |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | 41 to 104°F (5 to 40°C) |
| Storage Temperature | 14 to 140°F (-10 to 60°C) |
| Operating Humidity Range | 10 to 80% |
| General | |
| Display | 31⁄2-Digit, LCD |
| Auto Zero | Yes (Adjustment Screw) |
| Product Certifications | CE, EMC Compliant |
| Dimensions | 5.2 x 2.4 x 1.5" (132 x 60 x 38mm) |
| Weight | 5.3oz (150g) s struments.com |