Overview
The MS-80, manufactured by EKO Instruments, is an innovative, next-generation ISO 9060 Class A spectrally flat and fast-response (secondary standard) pyranometer inspired by the combination of latest technologies and state-of-the-art thermopile sensor with an unprecedented low zero-offset behavior; fast sensor response; and a five-year warranty and recalibration interval.
The MS-80 features a compact design with internal desiccation, single dome, isolated thermopile detector, quartz diffusor, immunity to offsets, ultra-low temperature dependency, and exceptional non-linearity characteristics. EKO instruments is the only ISO 17025 accredited pyranometer manufacturer in the world, enabling highest-quality calibration, compliant to international standards (ISO/IEC 17025/9847).
For a similar pyranometer with RS-485 Modbus communication, refer to the MS-80SH-L.
Benefits and Features
- ISO 9060 Class A spectrally flat and fast-response (secondary standard)
- Exceptional stability, offset immunity, temperature dependency, and non-linearity
- ISO 17025 certified calibration
- Five-year warranty and recalibration interval
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Specifications
| Sensor | Internal desiccation, single-dome, isolated thermopile detector, quartz diffusor |
| Measurement Description | Monitors solar radiation for the full solar spectrum range |
| ISO Classification |
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| Output | Analog (mV) |
| Sensitivity | ~10 µV/W/m2 |
| Impedance | < 45000 Ω |
| Response Time | < 1 s (95%) |
| Zero Offset A | < 1 W/m2 (response to 200 W/m2 net thermal radiation) |
| Zero Offset B | ±1 W/m2 (response to 5 K/h change in ambient temperature) |
| Non-Stability | ±0.5% change per 5 years |
| Non-Linearity | ±0.2% (at 1000 W/m2) |
| Directional Response | ±10 W/m2 (at 1000 W/m2) |
| Spectral Selectivity | ±3% (0.35 to 1.5 μm) |
| Temperature Response |
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| Tilt Response | < ±0.2% (0 to 90° at 1000 W/m2) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40° to +80°C |
| Irradiance Range | 0 to 4000 W/m2 |
| Spectral Range | 285 to 3000 nm |
| Ingress Protection | IP67 |