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Kipp & Zonen – Pyranometers

Mainly used to measure solar irradiance – the amount of solar energy reaching a surface, usually expressed in watts per square meter (W/m²).

 

Description

Solar Radiation Measurement

Kipp & Zonen
Pyranometers

Precision instruments for measuring solar irradiance across photovoltaic performance monitoring, meteorology, scientific research and environmental applications. The portfolio spans ISO 9060:2018 Class A, B and C instruments, from high-accuracy research models to compact routine-monitoring sensors.

Kipp & Zonen pyranometer

What pyranometers are used for

Pyranometers measure solar irradiance in watts per square meter (W/m²). In photovoltaic systems, this measurement is used to compare the available solar resource with actual system output and support performance monitoring over time.

Typical applications

Utility-scale solar & PV performance
Solar resource assessment
Soiling & loss monitoring
PV degradation monitoring
Research & solar radiation science
Meteorology & climatology
Agriculture & hydrology

ISO 9060:2018

Class A Pyranometers

Highest-performance instruments in the range, intended for demanding solar-energy, meteorological and scientific measurements.

Kipp & Zonen CMP10x pyranometer
Class AProduct No. 0379915

CMP10x

Spectrally flat Class A pyranometer for accurate, low-maintenance solar irradiance measurement.

  • Internal drying cartridge designed for at least 10 years of service when unopened
  • Analog low-voltage output; no dedicated power supply required
  • Compatible with CVF4 ventilation for longer cleaning intervals
  • IP67 enclosure
Kipp & Zonen CMP22 pyranometer
Class AProduct No. 362930

CMP22

High-accuracy Class A pyranometer using high-quality quartz domes for broad spectral response and low thermal offset.

  • Spectral range: 200–3600 nm
  • Directional response: < 5 W/m²
  • Operating temperature: -40 to +80 °C
  • Analog output: 0–21 mV; IP67 enclosure
Kipp & Zonen SMP10x pyranometer
Class AProduct No. 0374950

SMP10x

Smart Class A pyranometer combining advanced sensor technology, digital connectivity and low maintenance.

  • RS-485 Modbus® interface plus amplified analog output
  • Internal drying cartridge designed for at least 10 years when unopened
  • Temperature-corrected measurement data
  • 5–30 VDC supply range
Kipp & Zonen SMP12 pyranometer
Class AProduct No. 426900

SMP12

Fast-response Class A smart pyranometer with solid-state dome heating for dew and frost prevention.

  • Solid-state dome heating with no moving parts
  • Multi-axis tilt sensor for remote orientation monitoring
  • Internal humidity and temperature monitoring
  • Internal drying cartridge designed for at least 10 years when unopened
Kipp & Zonen SMP22x pyranometer
Class AProduct No. 0374960

SMP22x

High-accuracy smart Class A pyranometer with quartz domes, digital output and low-maintenance design.

  • Directional error below 5 W/m²
  • RS-485 Modbus® interface
  • Internal desiccant designed for at least 10 years
  • Improved response time and temperature-corrected data

ISO 9060:2018

Class B Pyranometers

Cost-effective instruments for quality measurements in meteorological and hydrological networks, agriculture and field testing.

Kipp & Zonen CMP6 pyranometer
Class BProduct No. 0362900-002

CMP6

Spectrally flat Class B pyranometer for routine global solar radiation measurement and cost-effective field monitoring.

  • 64 thermocouple-junction sensing element
  • Double glass dome for improved performance
  • Designed for hydrological networks, agriculture and field measurement
  • Integrated bubble level and weatherproof connector
Kipp & Zonen SMP6 pyranometer
Class BProduct No. 374920

SMP6

Smart Class B pyranometer with digital and analog outputs for solar energy and meteorological monitoring.

  • RS-485 Modbus® RTU interface
  • Amplified analog output and temperature-corrected data
  • Internal desiccant designed for at least 10 years
  • 5–30 VDC supply range

ISO 9060:2018

Class C Pyranometers

Compact and economical instruments for routine measurement, horticulture, entry-level weather stations and basic PV monitoring.

Kipp & Zonen CMP3 pyranometer
Class CProduct No. 338920

CMP3

Compact Class C thermopile pyranometer for routine shortwave global solar radiation measurements.

  • Spectral range: 300–2800 nm
  • 180° field of view
  • Suitable for continuous indoor and outdoor use
  • No dedicated power supply required
Kipp & Zonen SMP3 pyranometer
Class CProduct No. 0374900-202

SMP3

Smart Class C pyranometer based on CMP3 technology, with digital and amplified analog outputs.

  • RS-485 Modbus® interface
  • 5–30 VDC supply range
  • Temperature-corrected measurement data
  • Can measure tilted global radiation for PV module efficiency calculations

Product number shown is the SMP3-A, 4–20 mA, 10 m cable configuration listed on the official product page.

Kipp & Zonen CM4 pyranometer
Class CProduct No. 356900

CM4

High-temperature pyranometer for solar or artificial-light irradiance measurement in extreme thermal conditions.

  • Operating temperature: -40 to +150 °C
  • Measures irradiance up to 4000 W/m²
  • Built-in Pt-100 temperature sensor
  • Supplied with 10 m high-temperature signal cable
Kipp & Zonen SP Lite2 pyranometer
Class CProduct No. 339920

SP Lite2

Silicon photodiode pyranometer for routine solar radiation measurement, especially PV and environmental monitoring.

  • Measures solar energy from the entire hemisphere
  • Direct connection to voltmeter or data logger
  • Used for solar energy, plant growth, thermal convection and evapotranspiration
  • Integrated adjustment screws and bubble level

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