Weather Monitoring System for Solar PV Plants

Solar PV Plants | Environment Monitoring

Key Benefit of TrackSo weather station

  • Real-time and historical data enables a comprehensive evaluation of system performance
  • Compatible with TrackSo data acquisition devices with simple configuration, hence reducing installation and maintenance costs
  • Easy visualisation of sensor data on TrackSo Cloud Portal.
  • Calculate PR, Expected vs. Actual Power Output, Module Efficiency etc.
  • Immediate identification of defects and malfunctions in Solar PV systems.
  • Immediate anomaly detection prevents solar PV system to remain shut down for a long period due to lack of sufficient information.
  • Data Storage in case of no internet availability
BrandSensor TypeModel No.Sensor TypeDatsheet & Manual
GenericAmbient Temperature, Relative HumiditySHT6930Download
GenericAmbient TemperatureMPT100Download
GenericPV Module TemperatureMSPT100Download
GenericPV Module TemperatureMSPT1000
GenericSolar Irradiation [Pyranometer]PYRA300VDownload
GenericWind Speed [Anemometer]WS102VDownload
GenericWind DirectionWD150INDownload
GenericBarometric PressureSB100Download
GenericRain GaugeS200MDownload
NESSolar Irradiation [Cell Based]SOZ03Download
DynalabSolar Irradiation [Pyranometer]DWR 8102MDownload
DynalabSolar Irradiation [Pyranometer]DWR 8101Download
DynalabPV Module TemperatureDWMT 8104Download
DynalabWind DirectionDWD 8601MBDownload
DynalabWind Speed [Anemometer]DWA 8602MDownload
DynalabAmbient TemperatureDWT 8102Download
DynalabRelative HumidityDWT 8103Download
M. B. Control and SystemsSolar Irradiation [Cell Based], PV Module TemperatureMBMet-500-ABDownload
M. B. Control and SystemsSolar Irradiation [Cell Based], PV Module Temperature, Ambient TemperatureMBMet-500-BBDownload
M. B. Control and SystemsAmbient Temperature, Humidity, Barometric PressureMBMet-901 SeriesDownload
M. B. Control and SystemsPV Module TemperatureMBMet-800 SeriesDownload
M. B. Control and SystemsWind Speed [Anemometer], Wind DirectionMBMet 130 SeriesDownload
M. B. Control and SystemsWind Speed [Anemometer], Wind DirectionMeteoWind 2Download
Delta OhmSolar Irradiation [Pyranometer]LP PYRA 02Download
Delta OhmSolar Irradiation [Pyranometer]LP PYRA 03Download
Delta OhmSolar Irradiation [Pyranometer]LPPYRA-LiteDownload
Kipp & ZonenSolar Irradiation [Pyranometer]SMP3-ADownload
Kipp & ZonenSolar Irradiation [Pyranometer]SMP6-ADownload
Kipp & ZonenSolar IrradiationRT1Download
DAVISRain Gauge6463Download
DAVISAmbient Temperature, Humidity6830Download
DAVISWind Speed [Anemometer], Wind Direction7911Download
Apogee InstrumentsSolar Irradiation [Pyranometer]SP-110-SSDownload
HuksefluxSolar Irradiation [Pyranometer]SR05-D1A3Download
Kipp & ZonenSolar Irradiation [Pyranometer]SMP11-ADownload
IMTSolar Irradiation [Cell Based]Si-V-10TCDownload
IMTSolar Irradiation [Cell Based], PV Module Temperature, Ambient TemperatureSi-RS485TC-2T-MB Download
IMT PV Module TemperatureTm-V-4090Download
IMTPV Module TemperatureTm-I-4090Download
IMTAmbient TemperatureTa-V-4090Download
MeteocontrolAmbient TemperaturePT100 / ResistanceDownload
Kipp & ZonenSolar Irradiation [Pyranometer]SMP10-ADownload
EKOSolar Irradiation [Pyranometer]MS-80SDownload
LufftWind Speed [Anemometer], Wind DirectionWS200Download
LufftAll-In-One Smart Weather SensorWS500-UMB Multi OutputDownload
GenericPyranometer Shadow Ring PM10Download
SourayanWind Speed [Anemometer], Wind DirectionWSWD-201Download
LSI LatemSunshine DurationDPD504.1Download
Brand NameModel No.Modbus TypeInternet ConnectivityMax Modbus SlavesAnalog PortsDatasheetManual
TrackSoWT800 MIRTU-RS232GPRS (2G)12 No.s 0-10VDownloadDownload
TrackSoWT800 MRTU-RS485GPRS (2G)12 No.s 0-10VDownloadDownload
TrackSoWT805 MI (Discontinued)RTU-RS485GPRS (2G)82 No.s 0-10V
1 No.s 4-20mA		DownloadDownload
TrackSoWE-60MRTU-RS485LAN82 No.s 0-10V
1 No.s 4-20mA		DownloadDownload
TrackSoWT-70MRTU-RS485WiFi82 No.s 0-10V
1 No.s 4-20mA		DownloadDownload
TrackSoWT405MRTU-RS485GPRS (4G/3G/2G)10DownloadDownload
TrackSoWT400 MRTU-RS485GPRS (4G/3G/2G)82 No.s 0-10V
1 No.s 4-20mA		DownloadDownload
TrackSoWT410 MRTU-RS485GPRS (4G/3G/2G)82 No.s 0-10V
1 No.s 4-20mA		DownloadDownload
TrackSoWT420 MRTU-RS485, TCP/IPLAN, GPRS (4G/3G/2G)202 No.s 0-10V
1 No.s 4-20mA		DownloadDownload
WattmonMini3RTU-RS485, TCP/IPLAN, USB Dongle (4G/3G/2G)80Download
WattmonMini3-4GRTU-RS485, TCP/IPLAN, GPRS (4G/3G/2G)15*0Download
WattmonMegaRTU-RS485, TCP/IPLAN, USB Dongle (4G/3G/2G)20*0Download
WattmonMega2RTU-RS485, TCP/IPLAN, USB Dongle20**0Download
WattmonMega2-4GRTU-RS485, TCP/IPLAN, GPRS (4G/3G/2G)20**0Download
WattmonUltraRTU-RS485, TCP/IPLAN, GPRS (4G/3G/2G), WiFi24**0Download
WebdynWebdynModbusRTU-RS485, TCP/IPLAN, GPRS (3G/2G)320DownloadDownload
WebdynWebdynSun RTU-RS485, TCP/IPLAN, GPRS (3G/2G)324 No.s 0-10V / 4-20mADownloadDownload
WebdynWebdynSunPMRTU-RS485, TCP/IPLAN, GPRS (3G/2G)324 No.s 0-10V / 4-20mADownloadDownload

Slaves= Equipments like Inverter , Meter , WMS , SMU etc
* Max no. of TCP/IP Slaves Mini3-4G,Mega= 10

** Max no. of TCP/IP Slaves for Wattmon Mega,Mega2-4G,Ultra= 20

Features

Weather Monitoring System WMS with TrackSo Data logger 2G 4G WiFi LAN

Multiple Connectivity Options
Sim/Lan/WiFi
Dataloggers

Weather Monitoring System WMS with TrackSo IoT Data logger for Remote Monitoring

Remote Data Access
Monitor remotely on
TrackSo Solar

Customizable Weather Monitoring System WMS individual Sensor

Customizable
Extensive sensor
options & outputs

Weather Monitoring sensors WMS 0-5V , 4-20ma , Modbus RTU output

Standalone Sensors
Available in various outputs
0-5V , 4-20ma ,RS485

WMS with Solar Inverter Monitoring

Monitor Mulitple Equipments
like Inverter , Meters & others along with WMS

Trackso Solar Sample Mashup Graphs for Weather Monitoring System

Real-Time & Historical Data Enables

Evaluation of System Performance

  • Easy visualization of sensor data on TrackSo Solar
  • Generate different type of graphs and compare different variables simultaneously.
  • Export of data in CSV formats

Sensors available for selection in a weather station are

  • Solar Irradiation Sensor
  • Surface Module Temperature Transmitter
  • Ambient Temperature Sensor
  • Humidity Sensor
  • Wind Speed Sensor
  • Wind Direction Sensor
  • Rain Gauge [Rain Collector with Flat Base]
  • Barometric Pressure Sensor
  • Dust Monitor for Atmospheric Turbidity
Weather Monitoring System WMS sensors for Solar Power Plant

Interested in TrackSo Weather Monitoring System?

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FAQ’s

What are the outputs available
As a standard 0-5V , 4-20ma, Modbus RTU are available and other required outputs such as 0-1V, 0-2V ,Modbus TCP can also be supplied using a converter.
Why is WMS critical for Solar PV Plant Performance ?

Solar PV plant performance and life are critically dependent on surrounding weather conditions. Hence, weather monitoring is a crucial asset to help optimize the overall performance and running efficiency of solar PV systems. Following are some key parameters that directly affect the energy output and hence the ROI:

  1. Solar Irradiation (Irradiance): A critical measurement allows us to understand how well your system is performing compared to the ideal conditions. This parameter is used to derive the Performance Ratio (PR) of your solar PV plant. This helps in planning to maintenance activities like panel cleaning and or other technical faults.
  2. Module Temperature/Ambient Temperature: Since solar module’s efficiency is dependent on temperature, it gives an indication of change in efficiency of modules.
  3. Wind Speed: A critical parameter to consider from the plant safety perspective. The heavy winds may cause damage to the solar PV system and hence should be observed regularly for any possible maintenance activities to be carried out.

    You can read about it in more details here- https://trackso.in/knowledge-base/what-is-wms-its-function-in-a-solar-power-plant/

What are the different classes of pyranometers?
Not all pyranometers are of the same quality. Three pyranometer categories have been established by the WMO (World Meteorological Organization) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) for different applications. The ISO categories named “secondary standard,” “first-class,” and “second class” closely correspond to the WMO categories named “High quality,” “Good quality,” and “Moderate quality”. You can read it in more detail here-
Which inverter & meter brands are compatible with TrackSo IoT Gateways ?

TrackSo IoT gateway are compatible with all leading inverter brands like Delta, ABB, ZeverSolar, Refusol, Polycab, Growatt, Ingeteam, Fronius, Waaree, Goodwe, Schneider Electric, Sungrow, KSTAR, Huawei etc. Full list can be checked here.

Can the WMS logger fetch data from Inverter & WMS simultaneously ?
Yes, there are various version of TrackSo Solar Data Logger,which can be configured to collect data from any Modbus RTU,Modbus TCP system (Inverter , Meters & Sensors etc)
Can you provide Performance Ratio & Solar Insolation values for Solar Power Plants ?
Yes, if you are Monitoring all Inverters & WMS at a site , we will provide half hourly values of Performance ratio and Daily values of Solar Insolation.
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