When using solar panel technology on a building, it is important that the panel’s ability to function effectively is established.
The use of a thermal imaging camera for solar panel evaluation will allow any problems to be clearly found on panels that are installed and those that are at the pre-installation stage.
Thermal imaging cameras for solar evaluation are being used more and more for quality controls of the solar panels prior to installation as well as for continued maintenance after installation has been completed.
An infrared camera can be used to detect problem areas before an actual failure occurs, ensuring that repairs can be made before the problem becomes a larger issue.
However, not all thermal cameras are suitable for this type of application. A camera with a sensitivity of ≤0.08K is required.
It would also be beneficial if the camera you choose, for use with solar technology, has a manual adjustment of the level and span. However, if a camera comes with DDE, it would not need any manual adjustment capability.
If you want to use a camera for Solar panel assessment, it would be a good idea to look at cameras that offer greater sensitivity and the benefit of detailed pictures.
Written by Sara Thomson
