Standard SC03
Application Automotive
Solar Simulation
For Environmental Testing in the Automotive, Electronics, Military, Photovoltaic and other Industries.
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Full Spectrum Solar Simulation for Enhanced Product Reliability.
Introducing ThiSun, the world’s exclusive artificial solar power simulation device designed to closely simulate natural sunlight in indoor conditions. Its significance lies in its ability to thoroughly investigate the durability and quality of products, particularly in extreme environmental conditions. Test Condition with the most extreme environments is used as the most important method to verify the reliability and functionality of products(or system).
Especially, Solar Energy with temperature, rain and snow is the most basic and important environmental factor. For the solar load test on transportations and other products such as PV Cell and Housing, Solar simulation system with Full spectrum is installed inside the chamber or CWT(Climatic Wind Tunnel), and do the various evaluation depending on the environmental(weather) changes.
The natural sun will hit the vehicle from various directions creating different radiation and thermal condition. Full or partial movement of the positioning system simulate these effects.
Especially, Diurnal Solar Simulation system simulate the irradiation energy from 55W/㎡ during diurnal cycle to meet MIL Standard. At the heart of our technology is a cutting-edge solar simulation system featuring a shutter system capable of replicating the diurnal solar. Notably, we have successfully met the military standard for the manufacturing of our product, attesting to its robust quality. Moreover, our technology excels in precision control of sunlight timing using the EPS output system, guaranteeing accurate environmental testing conditions.
Global standards that we can meet.
| Spectral Irradiance Distribution |
|---|
| CIE 241:2020 |
| Automotive | Military | PV/Solar | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
|
DIN 75220 SC 03 |
MIL-STD-810H |
IEC 60904 IEC 61215 IEC 61730-2 |
UIC 553-1 |
Positioning systems.
Visol's ThiSun array solar simulator utilizes a mechanical positioning system for simulating diverse solar conditions.
This system allows automated movement in various directions, adapting to test object size, shape, and diurnal solar transit cycles.
Visol provides a manual remote control and fully automatic options integrated into the Solar Master software,
tailored to specific applications and test facilities. Collaborating with clients, Visol ensures a customized Solar simulation positioning system that meets individual needs.
Control Software.
- The similar GUI as the real product installation
- Profile save and load
- Real-time display of status
- Individual or group control
Application.
Environmental Test and Certification
- Automotive Components and Full Vehicle
- Military test
- Electronic Products and Components
PV/Solar cell Test and Certification
Control Software.
This method is valuable in evaluating the effects of direct exposure to sunlight (solar spectrum and energy levels at sea level) Procedure I is useful in determining the temperature increase (over ambient) of material caused by solar loading.
On Procedure I, the potential impact of solar radiation heating effects include:
- Jamming or loosening of moving parts
- Changes in strength and elasticity
- Loss of seal integrity
- Changes in electrical or electronic components
- Premature actuation of electrical contacts
- Changes in characteristics of elastomers and polymers
- Blistering, peeling, and de-lamination of paints, composites, and surface laminates
- Softening of potting compounds
- Weakening of solder joints and glued parts.
Procedure I is designed to determine the heat produced by solar radiation, and effects of that heat by exposing materiel to continuous 24-hour cycles of simulated solar radiation (or thermal loading) at realistic maximum levels typical throughout the world.
Radiation
(w/㎡)
Time(hours)
ThiSun Diurnal can simulate the irradiation energy in half-hour steps from 55W/㎡
Features.
Simulating solar rotation from sunrise to sunset.
Fulfilling the requirements of the MIL STD 810H test method for solar radiation, controlled in one-hour steps.
Light Radiation
Energy
Providing the required spectral distribution and irradiance in accordance with CIE 241.
Dimming control technology with EPS
Incorporating dimming control technology via an EPS module for Metal Halide Lamp to regulate irradiance intensity.
Light intensity control technology
Utilizing external shutter design, enabling detailed control comparable to the MIL STD 810H Test Method.
UV
Cut filter
Employing optical filters to safeguard against UV rays for human health.
Excellent light
uniformity
Offering ±10% uniformity coefficient on the target area
(Maximum below ±5%).
Excellent Heat
Resistance
Constructed from materials resistant to temperatures exceeding 1000°C, ensuring consistent and stable testing.
Product.
ThiSun 4000
A robust luminaire for a sizeable testing area.
ThiSun 4000 utilizes a Metal Halide lamp as a conventional light source and is commonly trusted in various test applications in the automotive and PV product industries. It simulates the irradiance and spectrum energy of the sun and is a suitable product for environmental testing.
Features
- Metal Halide Lamp 4,000W (Osram Bulb)
- Full spectrum Global solar radiation according to CIE 241:2020
- Irradiance : 400 ~ 1,200 W/㎡
Technical Information on EPS Module
| Input | AC380V / 3PH / 4Wire |
|---|---|
| Output | Max. 5,200W |
| Dimming Range | 1% level (50% ~ 100%) |
| Operation time display | Front display |
| Operation Temperature | 0 ℃ ~ 40 ℃ (No Dew) |
| Protection circuit |
OCP(Over Current Protection), OTP(Over Temperature Protection), OVP(Over Voltage Protection), LVP(Low Voltage Protection), Short Circuit Protection, Earth Leakage Protection |
ThiSun 2000
A robust 2kW luminaire suitable for an independent solar simulation or system.
ThiSun 2000 is the right product when the test objects and light source are at close range in order to reduce the volume for testing huge transportation such as trains or airplanes.
For example, trains can be several tens of meters long or more.
To accomplish the test procedure of a train with the Climate Wind Tunnel (CWT), ThiSun 2000 is an optimal and cost-saving product.
Features
- Metal Halide Lamp 2,000W (Visol Bulb)
- Full spectrum Global solar radiation according to CIE 241:2020
- Irradiance : 400 ~ 1,120 W/㎡
Technical Information on EPS Module
| Input | AC380V / 3PH / 4Wire |
|---|---|
| Output | Max. 2,500W |
| Dimming Range | 1% level (50% ~ 100%) |
| Operation time display | Front display |
| Operation Temperature | 0 ℃ ~ 40 ℃ (No Dew) |
| Protection circuit |
OCP(Over Current Protection), OTP(Over Temperature Protection), OVP(Over Voltage Protection), LVP(Low Voltage Protection), Short Circuit Protection, Earth Leakage Protection |
ThiSun Solar Diurnal
MIL-STD-810H Method 505.7 "Solar Radiation (Sunshine)" Test Procedure Ⅰ
ThiSun Solar Diurmal is consist of a single Metal Halide Lamp equipped with a power output EPS and specially designed shutter. It has passed defense specifications with a high accuracy rate for military supply manufacture.
Using this system, ThiSun Solar Diurnal conducts MIL-STD-810H Method 505.7’s conduction Procedure Ⅰ with solar radiation controlled in one-hour steps and half-hour steps.
ThiSun’s high tech shutter simulates the sun from sunrise to sunset by repeating the process of opening and closing the shutter.
ThiSun’s specially designed shutter, made of a material that can withstand the heat of more than 1000 ℃, allows for uniform and stabilized testing.
Features
- Special design for diurnal cycling
- Meets standard MIL-STD-810H
- Wide, symmetric beam angle for high-uniformity solutions
- Modular design for customized system arrays of any size
- Irradiance : 55 ~ 1,120 W/㎡
Technical Information on EPS Module
| Input | AC380V / 3PH / 4Wire |
|---|---|
| Output | Max. 5,200W |
| Operation time display | Front display |
| Operation Temperature | 0 ℃ ~ 40 ℃ (No Dew) |
| Protection circuit |
OCP(Over Current Protection), OTP(Over Temperature Protection) OVP(Over Voltage Protection), LVP(Low Voltage Protection) Short Circuit Protection, Earth Leakage Protection |
Specification.
| Product | ThiSun 2000 | ThiSun 4000 | ThiSun Diurnal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Source | Metal Halide 2,000W (VISOL Bulb) | Metal Halide 4,000W (OSRAM Bulb) | Metal Halide 4,000W (OSRAM Bulb) |
| Type | Flood Type | ||
| Operation Temperature | -10℃ ~ 60℃ | ||
| Operation Humidity | 0% ~ 80% (No dew) | ||
| Uniformity | ± 10% | ||
| Lamp Life Time | 350H ~ 500H (Depends on system and Test mode) | ||
| Color Temperature | Approximately 6,000K | ||
| UV Cutoff | 280nm or Shorter | ||
| Size (W x H x D) |
315 x 365 x 305mm | 500 x 550 x 455mm | 500 x 550 x 510mm |
| Weight | 8kg | 20kg | 29kg |
Our Projects.
We have been recognized for our excellent technical expertise through supply to various certification authorities and companies in diverse fields.
Standard SC03
Application Automotive
Standard IEC 60068-2-5
Application Artificial turf
Standard MIL-STD-810H
Application Military
Standard UIC 553-1
Application Train
Standard IEC 61215
Application PV Cell