Photovoltaic Installation Tester: BENNING PV 1-1+

Battery-operated Photovoltaic Installation Tester

Photovoltaic Installation Tester BENNING PV 1-1+ frontview

Photovoltaic Installation Tester: BENNING PV 1-1+

  • testing in compliance with DIN EN 62446 (VDE 0126-23)
  • easy – operation by means of keys
  • quick – testing within seconds
  • safe – safe measurement connection, even if the photovoltaic system is delivering energy

Before commissioning and for periodic inspections, a photovoltaic system must be tested and documented with regard to its perfectly safe technical condition in compliance with DIN EN 62446 (VDE 0126-23). Moreover, electrical measurements are also useful after cleaning and maintenance work in order to continue to ensure an optimum and low-loss functioning of the PV system.

The test includes continuity testing of earth connections, measurement of the open-circuit voltage and short-circuit current, as well as insulating resistance measurement between active conductors (+/-) and ground. The BENNING PV 1-1+ is provided with contact-protected PV measuring leads for direct connection to all PV modules/ strings by means of standardized PV connectors. The automatic testing procedure gives a warning in case of incorrect DC polarity, and automatically performs all necessary steps for safe measurement.

The BENNING PV 1-1+ allows one to carry out the entire test safely, reliably, easily, and quickly. The BENNING PV 1-1+ is recommended for daily use by service, cleaning and maintenance teams, as well as for solar panel installers and authorized experts for photovoltaics.

Features

  • clear and unambiguous display of all measurement results
  • safe measurement connection, even if the photovoltaic system is delivering energy
  • automatic testing procedure (open-circuit voltage 1000 V DC, short-circuit current 15 A DC, insulating resistance)
  • automatic display of voltage polarity with audio/ visual warning for reverse polarity
  • null balance of the measuring leads
  • measured values memory for 200 display indications for (automatic) string-string comparison including a warning in the event of short circuit current and open circuit voltage deviations > 5 %( download of measuring results occurs by means of USB interface)
  • the BENNING PV 1-1+ is equipped with an integrated real-time clock which automatically adds a date / time stamp to each storage process or storage location
  • Radio connection to the optional insulation and temperature measuring instrument BENNING SUN 2
  • download software for the preparation of test certificates in MS Excel
  • ISO measuring result with “pass / fail” information
  • direct connection to all photovoltaic modules with MC4 or "Sunclix" connectors
  • easy operation for mobile testing
  • LC display with background lighting
  • automatic switch off after 60 seconds
  • the testing can be based on photovoltaic modules or the complete photovoltaic system
Photovoltaic Installation Tester BENNING PV 1-1+ frontview
BENNING PV 1-1+
Photovoltaic Installation Tester BENNING PV 1-1+ scope of delivery
Scope of delivery of the BENNING PV 1-1+

Measuring Functions

  • protective ground conductor resistance measurement with test current of 200 mA
  • open-circuit voltage measurement of the solar modules or PV strings up to 1,000 VDC
  • short-circuit current measurement via an internal circuit up to 15 ADC without any danger for the user
  • insulation resistance measurement between the active DC conductors (+ / -) and earth with adjustable testing voltage of 250 V, 500 V, 1,000 VDC)
  • functional test via current measurement up to 40 A AC / DC (by means of current clamp adapter BENNING CC 3, item no. 044038)
  • the BENNING PV 1-1+ is able to receive the measured values (insulation, PV module / ambient temperature and date / time stamp) of the insulation and temperature measuring instrument BENNING SUN 2 (optional, item no. 050420) via radio connection.

Ease of Operation

Four steps for easy and safe PV testing:

  1. disconnect the PV module from the inverter
  2. connect the PV module to the BENNING PV 1-1+ by means of standardized connectors
  3. press the "AUTO" key and follow the measurements on the LC display
  4. press the "STORE" key to store the entire display indication

BENNING SOLAR Datalogger (download software)

  • download of measured values from the BENNING PV 1-1+ in CSV format
  • further processing of measured values possible in MS Excel®
  • available free of charge as download

Scope of delivery

  • transport/ storage case
  • measuring leads with probe tip (L = 1.2 m, red/black)
  • crocodile clips (red/black)
  • PV measuring leads for MC4 connector (red/black)
  • PV measuring leads for Sunclix connector (red/black)
  • USB cable
  • 6 x 1.5 batteries type AA (IEC LR6)

Perfectly complemented by

  • Insolation and temperature measuring instrument BENNING SUN 2 (050420) The BENNING PV 1-1+ is able to receive the measured values (insolation, PV module / ambient temperature) of the insolation and temperature measuring instrument BENNING SUN 2 via radio connection. For this purpose, the BENNING PV 1-1+ has to be coupled with the BENNING SUN 2 once.
  • temperature sensor with suction cup for BENNING SUN 2 for attachment to the rear of the PV module (050424)
  • PV module holder for BENNING SUN 2 for safe attachment to the PV module (050425)
  • AC/DC current clamp adapter BENNING CC 3 (044038) For being connected to the BENNING PV 1-1+. The measured AC/DC current values can be stored in the memory of the BENNING PV 1-1+ and can be recalled.
  • Alternatively, the current of each individual PV string can be made by means of a current clamp with direct current (DC) measurement: We recommend the digital current clamps BENNING CM 10-PV (current measurement up to 600 A AC/DC, item no. 044683), BENNING CM 5-1 (current measurement up to 600 A AC/DC, item no. 044066) or BENNING CM 2-1 (current measurement up to 400 A AC/DC, item no. 044689).
  • BENNING TA 5 40 m measuring lead, winder and strap, for the measurement of protective and bonding conductors, connection via 4 mm safety socket/ plug (044039)
  • test badges „next test“, 300 pieces (756212)

Further information on accessories can be found at "Accessories for PV measuring instruments".

Insolation and temperature measuring instrument BENNING SUN 2 - frontview
Optional accessories – insolation and temperature measuring instrument BENNING SUN 2
Temperature sensor with suction cup for BENNING SUN 2
Optional accessories – temperature sensor with suction cup for BENNING SUN 2 for attachment to the rear of the PV module
PV module holder for BENNING SUN 2
Optional accessories – PV module holder for BENNING SUN 2 for safe attachment to the PV module (050425)
AC/DC current clamp adapter BENNING CC 3 - frontview
Optional accessories – AC/DC current clamp adapter BENNING CC 3
Digital current clamps BENNING CM 10-PV - frontview
Optional accessories – digital current clamps BENNING CM 10-PV (current up to 600 A AC/DC, voltage up to 1500 V AC / 2000 V DC, Datalog, Bluetooth® and App)
Digital current clamps BENNING CM 5-1 - frontview
Optional accessories – digital current clamps BENNING CM 5-1 (current up to 600 A AC/DC and multimeter functions)
Digital current clamps BENNING CM 2-1 - frontview
Optional accessories – digital current clamps BENNING CM 2-1 (current up to 400 A AC/DC and multimeter functions)
BENNING TA 5 40 m measuring lead
Optional accessories – BENNING TA 5 40 m measuring lead
BENNING test badges
Optional accessories – test badges (figure similar)
  BENNING PV 1-1+
display graphic display (illuminated)
protective conductor resistance (RPE) 0,05 Ω – 199 Ω
testing current of RCD ± 200 mADC
open-circuit voltage with polarity (Uo/c) 5 V – 1000 VDC
short-circuit current (Is/c) 0,5 A – 15 ADC
insulating resistance (RISO) 0,05 MΩ – 199 MΩ, 250 V, 500 V, 1000 VDC
DC string curren / AC current 0,2 – 40 AAC/DC
measured value memory 200
interfaces USB / radio (SUN 2)
voltage (2-pin) 30 V – 440 V AC/DC
insolation 100 W/m² - 1250 W/m²
PV-module / ambient temperature -30°C - +125°C
scope of delivery carrying case, carrying strap,
4mm voltage (2-pin), alligator clips, measuring/MC4/Sunclix leads, batteries, micro USB cable, download software
dimensions / weight 270 x 115 x 80 mm / 1,2 kg
item no. 05042101

Technical changes, model or color modifications, mistakes and delivery facilities without notice! No responsibility for literal mistakes.

Further Information

Brochures
Instruction Manuals
Price Lists
Software
Test Protocols
Videos

Technical Support
(After Sales Service)

Phone+49 2871 93 555
Emailhelpdesk@benning.de

Returns Management, Calibration, Repairs
Phone+49 2871 93 554
Emailreturns@benning.de

Your contact person in Germany

The delivery takes place only by wholesaler.
Our agencies (* with warehouse) for the customer topologies Electrical Wholesalers (EGH) and Hardware Wholesalers (PVH):

Baden-Württemberg (EGH/PVH)
Herzog Industrievertretung GmbH
adress

Fritz-Karl-Henkel-Str. 12-16
D-67454 Haßloch

Bavaria (EGH/PVH)
ELKA Krischke Elektrotechnik
adress

Wettersteinstr. 12
D-82024 Taufkirchen

Berlin, Brandenburg (EGH/PVH)
SKE Steffen Klewe
Elektrotechnische Handelsvertretung
adress

Teltower Damm 214
D-14167 Berlin

Bremen, Niedersachsen (West) (EGH)
Bremen, Niedersachsen (PVH)

BENNING GmbH & Co. KG
adress

Münsterstr. 135 - 137
D-46397 Bocholt

Hamburg (EGH/PVH)
Lower Saxony (Center/East) (EGH)

TBB-Technischer Bedarf Böttcher GmbH
adress

Gänseweide 7
D-21379 Lüdersburg

Hesse (EGH / PVH)
Ronny Münch
adress

Jägerstr. 3
D-35099 Burgwald

Mecklenburg-West Pomerania (EGH/PVH)
SKE Steffen Klewe
Elektrotechnische Handelsvertretung
adress

Teltower Damm 214
D-14167 Berlin

North Rhine-Westphalia
BENNING GmbH & Co. KG
adress

Münsterstr. 135 - 137
D-46397 Bocholt

Rhineland- Palatinate, Saarland (EGH/PVH)
Herzog Industrievertretung GmbH
adress

Fritz-Karl-Henkel-Str. 12-16
D-67454 Haßloch

Saxony (EGH/PVH)
Udo Wendelmuth
adress

Erfurter Str. 61
D-99195 Schwansee

Saxony-Anhalt (North/Center) (EGH/PVH)
SKE Steffen Klewe
Elektrotechnische Handelsvertretung
adress

Teltower Damm 214
D-14167 Berlin

Saxony-Anhalt (South) (EGH/PVH)
Thuringia (EGH/PVH)

Udo Wendelmuth
adress

Erfurter Str. 61
D-99195 Schwansee

Agencies abroad

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Austria
BENNING GmbH Elektrotechnik und Elektronik
tel

+43/ (0) 2242-32416-0

adress

Eduard-Klinger-Str. 9
3423 St. Andrä-Wördern

Belgium (EGH*)
Drugmand & Meert / EMAS / Gecom
tel

+32 (0) 22 51 60 60

fax

+32 (0) 22 52 22 66

adress

De bavaylei 110
1800 VILVOORDE

Belgium (PVH*)
P.J. Timmerman & Fils N.V.
tel

+32 (0) 23 77 71 66

fax

+32 (0) 23 77 94 58

adress

Koning-Albertstraat 3 - 7
1600 SINT-PIETERS LEEUW

Bulgaria
Contragent 35
tel

+3 59 42 60 01 45

fax

+3 59 42 60 01 29

adress

Industrialna Str.
6000 STARA ZAGORA

China
BENNING Power Electronics (Beijing) Co., Ltd.
tel

+86 (0) 10 61 56 85 88

fax

+86 (0) 10 61 50 62 00

adress

Tongzhou Industrial Development Zone
No.1-B BeiEr Street
101113 BEIJING

Czech Republic (EGH*)
EST Elektro - System -Technik s.r.o.
tel

+42 02 66 09 07 11

fax

+42 02 66 09 07 17

adress

Pod pekarnami 338/12
190 00 PRAHA 9 VYSOCANY

France
AGéCOM Diffusion
tel

+33 (0) 3 88 19 70 10

fax

+33 (0) 3 88 19 02 73

adress

6, rue de Londres
CS 60090 Mommenheim
67173 BRUMATH CEDEX

France
BENNING Conversion d'énergie
tel

+33 (0) 2 32 25 23 94

fax

+33 (0) 2 32 25 08 64

adress

43, avenue Winston Churchill
27404 LOUVIERS

Greece
V.KAFKAS S.A.
tel

+30 / 21 63 00 30 00

fax

+30 / 21 63 00 31 00

adress

1 klm Markopoulou Aven.
19002 Paiania Attiki

web

www.kafkas.gr

Hungary
BENNING Kft.
tel

+36 (0) 33/ 50 76 00

fax

+36 (0) 33/ 50 76 01

adress

Ringló út 99
1221 BUDAPEST

Netherlands (EGH*)
Amwittools BV
tel

+31 (0) 1 72 53 84 33

fax

+31 (0) 1 72 53 06 55

adress

Harsweg 22
2461 EZ Ter Aar

Netherlands (PVH*)
ITECE Holland B.V.
tel

+31 (0) 1 72 53 84 33

fax

+31 (0) 1 72 53 06 55

adress

Harsweg 22
2461 EZ Ter Aar

New Zealand
EUROTEC LIMITED
tel

+64/ 9/ 5 79 19 90

fax

+64/ 9/ 5 25 33 34

adress

750, Great South Road
1061 PENROSE, AUCKLAND

Poland
"LL" Spolka z ograniczona
tel

+48/ 7 13 98 08 00

fax

+48/ 7 13 98 08 02

adress

odpowiedzialnoscia sp. k.
dawniej Lange Lukaszuk Sp. j
ul. Wrocławska 43, Byków
55-095 MIRKOW

Romania
BENNING Power Electronics ROM SCS
tel

+40 (0) 2 55 20 60 96

fax

+40 (0) 2 55 51 66 08

adress

Str. Lunca Grofului, Nr. 4
327055 BUCHIN

Russia
OOO BENNING Power Electronics Ltd.
tel

+7 4 95/ 9 67 68 50

fax

+7 4 95/ 9 67 68 51

adress

ul. Planetnaya, 11
125167 MOSCOW

Serbia
Anderba d.o.o.
tel

+381/ 11 76 78 09

fax

+381/ 3 29 21 77

adress

Ljube Stojanovica 36/III
11000 BEOGRAD

Slovakia
BENNING Slovensko s.r.o.
tel

+421 (0) 2 44 45 99 42

fax

+421 (0) 2 44 45 50 05

adress

Kukuricná 17
83103 BRATISLAVA

Spain
BENNING c.d.e. SA
tel

+34 91 6 04 81 10

fax

+34 91 6 04 84 02

adress

C/Pico de Santa Catalina 2
Pol. Ind. Los Linares
28970 HUMANES

South Africa
Hellermann Tyton (Pty) Ltd
tel

+27 11 8 79 66 20

fax

+27 11 8 79 66 03

adress

Private BAG X 158
2128 RIVORIA

Sweden (EGH*)
OEM Automatic AB
tel

+46/ 75/ 2 42 41 00

fax

+46/ 75/ 2 42 41 19

adress

Fredriksbergsgatan 2
573 92 TRANAS

Switzerland
BENNING Power Electronics GmbH
tel

+41 (0) 44 / 8 05 75 75

fax

+41 (0) 44 / 8 05 75 80

adress

Industriestrasse 6
8305 Dietlikon

Switzerland
RECOM ELECTRONICS AG
tel

+41 (0) 44 / 7 87 10 00

fax

+41 (0) 44 / 7 87 10 05

adress

Samstagernstrasse 45
8832 Wollerau

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