Fully Reflective Solar Simulators
Class BBA Solar Simulators
All of Sciencetech's
Fully Reflective
line of solar simulators feature a design that does not require lenses or diffusers to make the output uniform at the target plane. As a result, the solar simulator is able to reach its optimal throughput efficiency and reach a BBA class rating for every fully reflective solar simulator we provide, making Sciencetech's line of solar simulators substantially more optically efficient than our competitor's designs.
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Fully Reflective Solar Simulators
Sciencetech manufactures three high power versions of Class BBA Fully Reflective Solar Simulators, and one low power (150 W) model. Sciencetech's properietary fully reflective design uses metal coated mirrors and passes the whole spectrum, no compromise. This is a distinct advantage over refractive based systems that are limited by the properties of the transparent material used. The fully reflective design utilizes a series of mirrors, including a special folding mirror that bends the light source without the drawbacks of refractive optics. This allows the simulator to direct the light beam from the arc lamp source to the target plane, producing a higher intensity, uniform illumination at the target plane than a competitor’s simulators. In Sciencetech’s line of fully reflective solar simulators the power output will typically be 1.3 times more powerful when compared to simulators that use the same wattage of arc lamp with diffusers to make the light field uniform at the target. The high pressure xenon lamp used in each simulator projects an excellent basic match for solar simulation. The solar spectral distribution at different Earth conditions can be simulated through use of Air Mass filters. For more variation of where your test surface is located, several simulators can be mounted on a vertical stand, and if coupled with a beam turning accessory, enable the simulator’s ability to project towards a floor, wall, or ceiling, depending on your research requirements. The air mass filters used with each simulator are 3" x 3" in size and can be easily switched in each model via a built-in access panel. There are two AM filter slots in each simulator; additional slots can be added upon consultation.
Specifications
Target Size
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SKU |
MODEL |
CLASS A TARGET DIAMETERS (cm) |
CLASS B TARGET DIAMETERS (cm) |
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0.5 SUNS |
1 SUN |
2 SUNS |
0.5 SUNS |
1 SUN |
2 SUNS |
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165-9002 |
SS 0.5kW |
12.4 |
7.5 |
6.3 |
15 |
9 |
7.5 |
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165-9001 |
SS 1kW |
18 |
12.7 |
8.9 |
21.5 |
15 |
10.5 |
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165-9007 |
SS 1.6kW |
22.6 |
16.5 |
11.2 |
27 |
20 |
13.5 |
Spectral Match
RANGE (nm) | ASTM AM 1.5G | SCIENCETECH FRSS AM 1.5G | ASTM AM 0 | SCIENCETECH FRSS AM 0 | RESULT |
300-400 |
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| 8% | 7.30% | PASS |
400-500 | 18.40% | 21.81% | 16.40% | 17.70% | PASS |
500-600 | 19.90% | 20.65% | 16.30% | 17% | PASS |
600-700 | 18.40% | 17.81% | 13.90% | 14.10% | PASS |
700-800 | 14.90% | 13% | 11.20% | 10.50% | PASS |
800-900 | 12.50% | 11% | 9% | 9.20% | PASS |
900-1100 | 15.90% | 15.73% | 13.10% | 14% | PASS |
1100-1400 |
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| 12.20% | 10.20% | PASS |
Dimensions
Configuration Options
Configuration
Sciencetech's fully reflective solar simulators can be configured to suit your requirements. The homogenizer can be customized to include a computer controllable shutter or a variable focus option that lets you position the uniform plane at different working distances from the output of the simulator. Numerous filtering options are available. Some filter options are added to the beam line through the built in filter drawer. Other filtering options require the addition of a beam turning filter holder. A range of solar cell chucks with options such as vacuum clamps, thermoelectric or water cooling, micropositioners as well as complete IV testing software and hardware are also available. All models can be mounted on a vertical stand for downward facing operation.
Homogenizer Configuration Options
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DESCRIPTION |
SKU |
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(SSES) High Power Shutter Assembly for SS-0.5-2.5k Solar Simulators |
165-8005 |
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165-8011 |
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Homogenizer output window (G1 Quartz) for sealed homogenizer option |
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Homogenizer output window (Si-UV) for sealed homogenizer option |
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Output Flange Options
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DESCRIPTION |
SKU |
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165-8018 |
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(CCTBT-RF) Beam Turner for SS series with replacable filters |
165-8034 |
Body Options
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DESCRIPTION |
SKI |
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165-8030 |
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(DFS-SS) Downward Facing Vertical Stand for Fully Reflective Solar Simulators (SS0.5-1.6kW) |
160-8016 |
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165-8048 |
Sample Tray Options
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DESCRIPTION |
SKU |
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(SAMP-STD) Sample Platform for the Fully Reflective Solar Simulator Series |
165-9006 |
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A range of solar cell chucks and sample cooling and holding accessories are available |
Options and Accessories
Spectral Filters
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SKU |
DESCRIPTION |
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640-9005 |
75mm Mesh 34% Neutral Density Filter with Holder |
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640-9006 |
75mm Mesh 49% Neutral Density Filter with Holder |
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640-9007 |
75mm Mesh 71% Neutral Density Filter with Holder |
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640-9011 |
Visible Longpass Filter (400 +/- 6nm), with Holder |
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640-9012 |
Hot Mirror for UV Applications - 3'' Square |
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640-8005 |
Pass UV-VIS Block IR - heat absorbing glass |
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640-8006 |
Pass VIS-IR block UV A+B - 0 deg option (WG395) |
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640-8007 |
Pass UVA-VIS-IR block UV B |
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640-8010 |
Pass UV A+B, Block VIS, Block IR - 0 deg filter option |
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640-8012 |
Pass UV A+B, Pass Some IR, Block VIS - 0 deg filter option |
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640-8013 |
Cut UVB and below, Pass UV A and above 0 deg |
Air Mass Filters
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SKU |
DESCRIPTION |
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160-8020 |
Air Mass AM0 Filter for SS Series Solar (Standard Range) |
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160-8022 |
Air Mass AM1.0D Filter for SS Series Solar (Standard Range) |
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160-8024 |
Air Mass AM1.5G Filter for SS Series Solar (Standard Range) |
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160-8026 |
Air Mass AM1.5D Filter for SS Series Solar (Standard Range) |
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160-8028 |
Air Mass AM2.0D Filter for SS Series Solar (Standard Range) |
Homogenizer IR Water Filters
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SKU |
DESCRIPTION |
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100-8042 |
IR Water Filter, 3'' Stainless Steel, Fused Silica Windows |
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100-8043 |
IR Water Filter, 3'' Stainless Steel, BK7 Windows |
Beam Turning Filters, 45° (used with 165-8034)
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SKU |
DESCRIPTION |
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640-8004 |
Pass VIS, Block UV, IR - CTBT Option |
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640-8008 |
Pass IR, Block UV Block VIS |
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640-8011 |
Pass UVA+B, Block VIS+IR - CTBT Option |
