Photovoltaic bracket quality certification

How to ensure the quality and performance of PV modules?

To ensure the quality, safety and performance of various PV module materials and brands, investors, manufacturers and buyers need a standardized approach for the certification of basic PV modules. We fill the gaps with basic IEC safety certification and extended stress-testing protocols.

What is quality controlled PV certification?

We provide voluntary Quality Controlled PV certification services to label recognized products in demanding global markets. Our Quality Controlled PV test mark helps to dis-tinguish PV modules that have been tested from manufac-turers, which are continuously monitored to demonstrate the integrity of their materials and supply chain partners.

What are the major IEC PV module certifications?

Following an overview about the major IEC PV module certifications: The IEC61215 covers the parameters which are responsible for the ageing of PV modules. This includes all forces of nature: Climate (changing of climate, coldness, warmth, humidity).

What does a certification mean for a solar module?

Basically, certifications per se do not tell much about the quality of a module. If you buy a solar module with IEC 61215/ 61730/ 61701 etc. certifications, it means that the certification-holding manufacturer managed to produce a few modules of that type that passed a standard's (e.g. IEC 61215) tests at the time of applying for certification.

Why do I need a special certification for concentrator PV (CPV) modules?

A special certification for Concentrator PV (CPV) modules is necessary because the high concentration of the solar irradiance through lenses or mirrors causes higher stress on the equipment.

Does CGC offer indoor & outdoor PV Testing?

CGC has complete indoor and outdoor testing capabilities. It has a 5,000 m2 indoor PV testing center in East China, and outdoor validation bases for different climate types in Heilongjiang, Inner Mongolia, Hebei, Zhejiang, and Hainan. This allows CGC to provide one-stop testing and certification services for customers.