Chroma 62150H-1000S Solar Array DC Power Supply

Overview

The Chroma 62150H-1000S is a solar array simulation DC power supply designed for testing photovoltaic (PV) inverters, hybrid vehicles, telecom systems, and renewable energy power conversion equipment. With 1000V/15A output and 15kW power capacity in a compact 3U form factor, it offers high power density suitable for bench-top and rack mounting applications. The unit features precision voltage and current measurements, real-time data logging, and support for complex DC transient waveforms to simulate voltage spikes, drops, and other deviations.

Key Features

• Voltage range: 0–1000V, current range: 0–15A, total power: 15kW
• Precision voltage and current measurements with high readback accuracy
• 100 programmable I-V curves with adjustable dwell time (1–15,000 seconds)
• Static and dynamic maximum power point (MPPT) efficiency testing using accumulated energy methods
• Real-time analysis of PV inverter MPPT tracking via softpanel
• Fast I-V curve update rate of 1 second for real-world weather simulation
• Support for up to six-channel SAS control for multi-MPPT testing
• Built-in dynamic MPPT test profiles: EN50530, Sandia, CGC/GF004, and NB/T 32004
• Multiple control interfaces: USB, RS232, RS485 (standard); GPIB and Ethernet (optional)
• Data recording and analysis via softpanel
• Compact 3U rack-mountable design

Applications

• PV inverter MPPT tracking and efficiency testing
• Solar panel and array simulation
• Battery charging simulation and testing for hybrid vehicles
• Telecom and industrial equipment power testing
• Automated test system integration and validation