Growth in the global solar photovoltaic (PV) market continues to soar and certification is a means for PV manufacturers to ensure that their products are fully recognized by potential customers. Exova offers testing of photovoltaic panels and modules. Our PV test equipment includes an IEC 60904-9 Class A steady state, solar simulator 3m x 4m.
Exova is an accredited third party test lab for ULC/UL PV module certification programs. Exova provides testing services in accordance with national and international standards such as IEC, CSA and ULC/UL
Mechanical Safety Tests
- Cut Test
- Push Test
- Impact Test
- Torque Test
- Loading Test
- Strain Relief Test
Electrical Performance Characterization
- IV Curves
- Leakage Current
- Bonding Path Resistance
- Wet Insulation Resistance
- Voltage Withstand
- Reverse Current Overload
- Temperature Correlation
Environmental Durability Tests
- Water Spray
- Accelerated Aging
- Fire
- Hail Impact
- Corrosive Atmosphere
- Temperature Cycling
- Humidity
In addition to PV, we also test air and water solar collectors and systems. Exova offers a full spectrum of solar testing capabilities. Our facility consists of indoor and outdoor test environments, including a large area, full spectrum, climate controlled indoor solar simulator.
The National Solar Test Facility, (NSTF) at Exova is one of North America’s leading centres for testing and rating green energy technologies.