The MBMET Alpha Weather Monitoring Station is a complete, standardized, and modular meteorological monitoring solution specifically designed for solar photovoltaic (PV) plants. Engineered in accordance with IEC-61724-1 standards, it ensures accurate, reliable, and continuous environmental monitoring to support optimized plant performance
and precise Performance Ratio (PR) evaluation.
The system is built with a modular architecture that allows easy installation and future expansion, making it suitable for a wide range of solar applications. It is designed for 24×7 long-term operation, ensuring consistent data collection under varying environmental conditions. With its plug-and-play setup and remote diagnostics capability, the station helps reduce installation complexity and maintenance time.
Additionally, it features secure encrypted data communication, enhancing data safety and system reliability. Each station is delivered as a complete solution, including mounting structures, enclosures, cabling, and detailed architectural, general arrangement (GA), electrical, and connection diagrams, ensuring seamless deployment and operation.
The flexible and scalable design also enables future upgrades and the addition of new sensors, communication modules, and monitoring functionalities without major system modifications.
| Item | Model | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Class A Pyranometers (for GHI & GII / POA) | Kipp & Zonen SMP-10 / EKO Instruments MS80SH | 2 |
| Class A PV Module Temperature Sensor (Mono & Bifacial) | MBMet-803 | 2 |
| Ambient Temperature + RH + Pressure Sensor with Radiation Shield | MBMet-901A | 1 |
| Wind Speed & Direction Sensor | Davis Instruments 6410 / Barani Design MeteoWind Compact / Lufft WS200 | 1 |
| Rainfall Sensor | Davis 6466 / Barani MeteoRain 200 / Lufft WTB-100 | 1 |
| Datalogger | MBLogger Nano Series / MBLogger 1000 Pro | 1 |
| Item | Model |
|---|---|
| Class A Pyranometer for Albedo, Rear Irradiance | Kipp & Zonen SMP-10 / EKO Instruments MS80SH |
| All-in-One DNI + DHI Measurement System | Kipp & Zonen RaZON+ / EKO Instruments MS80SH Plus |
| Soiling Monitoring Station | Kipp & Zonen DustIQ |
| Reference Cell | MBMet-500A |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +60°C |
| Storage Temperature | -60°C to +70°C |
| Operating Humidity | 0–100% |
| Use in Wet & Coastal Regions | Yes |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| AC (Mains Power) | 220 / 230 VAC, 50–60 Hz |
| External DC Input | 12 VDC |
| Solar Panel | 75W / 12V (Approx. 775 × 665 × 35 mm) |
| Battery | 42Ah, Sealed Maintenance Free |
| Battery Backup | 3–5 Days (Complete Cloudy Conditions) |
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Material | Polycarbonate / FRP |
| IP Rating | IP65 / IP66 |
| Datalogger Enclosure Size | 450 × 300 × 180 mm |
| Battery Enclosure Size | 300 × 300 × 180 mm |
| Weight | < 20 kg |
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Mast Height | 3 Meter Tripod for Main Mast / 1 Meter Monopole for Rain Gauge |
| Boom Rod | 1.2 Meter |
| Structure Material | Hot Dip Galvanised Iron / 80–120 Micron Paint Thickness |
| Mounting Equipment | SS316 |
| Corrosion Category | C5 |
