SMA Weather Station

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SMA Weather Station

As an authorised SEVEN supplier, PAD Technology delivers complete weather station solutions that integrate seamlessly with SMA’s monitoring ecosystem, including Sunny Portal and DATA MANAGER M. Our high-precision sensors provide the environmental data needed to optimise PV plant performance—from irradiance to temperature tracking.

SMA, a global solar leader for 40 years, offers industry-leading inverters and monitoring solutions for projects of any scale. Our weather stations enhance SMA systems with reliable, real-time insights to maximise efficiency and ROI.

The SMA weather station incorporates precision-engineered sensors to maximise solar performance monitoring and system optimisation. Our integrated solution provides comprehensive environmental data for informed decision-making in photovoltaic installations.

Key Sensor Components:

1. Irradiance Sensor (PV Pyranometer)
The high-accuracy irradiance sensor measures solar radiation while serving as a reference cell, delivering critical data for solar applications. Designed as a complete sensor box, it features an internal cell temperature sensor for precise measurements. With five available input ports for additional sensors, it connects seamlessly to the DataManager M via RS485 cable using Modbus RTU protocol.

2. Ambient Temperature Sensor
This essential component monitors air temperature variations that significantly impact PV panel performance. By tracking the differential between ambient and panel temperatures, it provides valuable insights for production analysis and system optimisation.

3. Module Temperature Sensor
Mounted directly on PV panel surfaces, this sensor measures operational temperatures that influence power output characteristics. The collected data helps predict performance curves and identify potential efficiency improvements.

4. Wind Speed Sensor
The system includes robust wind monitoring capabilities, with collected wind speed data transmitted to the SMA DataManager M. This information is crucial for assessing environmental impacts on system performance.

5. Relative Humidity & Ambient Temperature Sensor
This dual-function sensor simultaneously monitors humidity levels and ambient temperature, providing complete environmental profiling for photovoltaic systems.

Together, these sensors form a complete package, delivering the data precision required for peak solar installation performance. The system enables data-driven maintenance decisions, performance optimisation, and comprehensive system analysis - all accessible through the SMA DataManager M interface.

Key Sensors For Your Weather Station

Irradiance Sensor With Modbus RTU Output

Sensor Type: Irradiance Sensor
Item Code: 3S-IS
Product: Irradiance Sensor With Modbus RTU Output

Ambient Temperature Sensor PT1000

Sensor Type: Ambient Temperature Sensor PT1000
Item Code: 3S-AT-PT1000
Product: Ambient Temperature Sensor-PT1000

Module Temperature Sensor-PT1000

Sensor Type: Module Temperature Sensor PT1000
Item Code: 3S-MT-PT1000
Product: Module Temperature Sensor-PT1000

Wind Speed Sensor With Pulse Output

Sensor Type: Wind Speed Sensor
Item Code: 3S-WS-PLS
Product: Wind Speed Sensor With Pulse Output

Relative Humidity Sensor with Digital Output

Sensor Type: Relative Humidity & Ambient Temperature Sensor
Item Code: 3S-RH&AT
Product: Relative Humidity Sensor with Digital Output