| Basic Facts | |
|---|---|
| Client | IBC Solar India Pvt. Ltd. |
| Time frame | 2018 |
| Project location | Village Vandapuli, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Main Services |
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| Regulations/standards involved | IEC/EN 62446:2010 |
Initial Situation And Requirements
IBC Solar Projects Pvt. Ltd. had overseen the engineering, procurement and construction of a 3.02 MW AC/2.31 MW DC solar power plant located in Tamil Nadu, India, commissioned in February 2018. The next step was to have the facility inspected and subjected to performance tests according to IEC/EN 62446:2010. IBC Solar Projects entrusted TÜV Rheinland to carry out the inspection and performance tests.
Solutions, Results
As part of the inspection, our team of experts took IV Curve measurements on 50 out of 468 strings, selected randomly, and analyzed readings for performance deviation. We found that modules were in compliance with IEC 61215 and IEC 61730-1 and -2. We performed infrared scanning on all modules, SMUs, and inverters as above. We found all system components, PV arrays, inverters, transformers and the HT panel in operation, and during the inspection the plant was functioning satisfactorily. Work is in progress on the plant monitoring, SCADA and weather monitoring station.
Did you know?
The plant has an overall capacity of 3 MW and is connected to an 11kV state grid via one 3 MVA transformer and HT panel. Each string is designed to have 20 modules connected in a series and, 13 strings are connected to one string inverter trough with 15 A fuses.
Benefits For The Client
As specialists in solar power, we provide:
- Over 35 years of accumulated knowledge and experience in the field
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and topnotch solar power experts
- Global capacity, delivering reliable services worldwide
About TÜV Rheinland
Founded in 1872, TÜV Rheinland is a global leader in independent inspection services, ensuring quality and safety for people, the environment and technology in nearly all aspects of life. We inspect technical equipment, products and services, oversee projects and help to shape processes for companies around the world.
Since 2006, we have been a member of the United Nations Global Compact to promote sustainability and combat corruption. TÜV Rheinland is a world leader in testing and supply chain management services for the solar industry.
With over 40 years of experience, we offer testing and certification of PV modules and components, supply chain management, and independent engineering for PV power plants.