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Vernier Pyranometer - Solar Power Meter
Order code: PYR-BTA
VERNIER PYRANOMETER
Vernier's Pyranometer measures the power of electromagnetic radiation. It is sensitive to near infrared, visible and UV radiation, where 90% of solar energy is concentrated. It reads in watts per square metre so it is great for experiments with solar cells and calculating their efficiency. The dome-shaped top allows the Pyranometer to work with a wide range of sun angles.
The sensor is weatherproof and designed to be permanently mounted outside. The 6m cord means the black electronics box can be placed nearby where it should be kept dry.
Requirements:
This sensor requires suitable software and an interface such as one of the Vernier LabQuest variations or Vernier Go-Link.
For comprehensive details of the possible sensor/interface/software combinations see the Compatibility Guide link below.
Specifications:
Irradiance Range: 0 to 1100watts/m2 (in full sun)
Absolute Accuracy: ą5%
Repeatability: ą1%
Long-Term Drift: Less than 3% per year
Cosine Response:
45° zenith angle: 1%
75° zenith angle: ą5%
Wavelength range: 370nm to 1140nm
Current draw: 300ľA
Output signal: 0 to 4.4V (dark to full sunlight)
Resolution (LabQuest 2, LabQuest, LabQuest Mini, Go!Link, LabPro): 0.3 watts/m2
Sensor dimensions:
Diameter: 24mm
Height: 27.5mm
Materials: Anodized aluminium with case acrylic lens
Included
Vernier Pyranometer
Pyranometer lens cover
User manual
| User Manual | Vernier Pyranometer | ||
Educational use only:
Vernier and Kidwind products are designed for educational use. They are not appropriate for industrial, medical or commercial applications. Details
Warranty
- Warranty: 5 year limited warranty
Dimensions- Package size (HxWxD): 38x152x229mm
- Packed weight: 200g
Last edited 16th May 2025
This product is used in teaching these Australian Curriculum codes:
ACSSU155 - Physical Sciences - Energy Forms - Energy appears in different forms, including movement (kinetic energy), heat and potential energy, and energy transformations and transfers cause change within systems
ACSSU182 - Physical Sciences - Energy Transfer - Energy transfer through different mediums can be explained using wave and particle models
Click a curriculum code to see other products that relate.
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Documents: Catalogue | Vernier Catalogue K-12 | Catalogue | Vernier Catalogue Uni | Catalogue | Scientrific April 2025 Mini Catalogue | Catalogue | Vernier 2025 K-12 Catalogue | Catalogue | Vernier 2025 University Catalogue | Compatibility Guide | Sensor-Interface-Software Requirements (external link) | User Manual | Vernier Pyranometer | | |||||||||||||||
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