Standards for pv modules and components recent developments. The test sequence and pass criteria are designed to detect the potential breakdown of internal and external components of pv modules that would result in fire, electric shock, andor personal injury. These relevant standards have been amended and adopted recently. En iec 617302 photovoltaic pv module safety qualification part 2. This part of iec 61730 pertains to the particular requirements of construction. Requirements for testing published by cenelec on april 1, 2018 the scope of iec 61730 1 is also applicable to this part of iec 61730. Or download the pdf of the directive or of the official journal for free.
In this way test samples that have already passed the environmental tests of en iec 61215 resp. Published in 2016, the new second edition relies on the important and fundamental concepts from iec horizontal standards, in particular, the iec 60664 series. This standard has brought considerable clarity in technical interpretation. In order to promote public education and public safety, equal justice for all, a better informed citizenry, the rule of law, world trade and world peace, this legal document is hereby made available on a noncommercial basis, as it is the right of all humans to. There were so many comments to the iec 61730 1 cd and so much overlap between the two parts that it is likely that a. En iec 61730 2 photovoltaic pv module safety qualification part 2. Edition 2 of iec 61730 2 was circulated as a cd with national committee comments due on november 18, 2011. Photovoltaic solar testing specifications iec 61646, iec 61215. Technical presentation of iec 61215 and iec 61730 updates in 2016 by tuv rheinland this website stores cookies on your computer. Edition 2 of iec 61730 1 was circulated as a cd with national committee comments due on august 10, 2012.
Please feel free to contact us whatever your requirements may be. The international standards for photovoltaic pv module safety qualification, iec 61730 series 617301 and 617302, were recently updated to reflect changes. The international standards for photovoltaic p v module safety qualification, iec 61730 series 617301 and 617302, were recently updated to reflect changes in pv module technologies. All bsi british standards available online in electronic and print formats. How to achieve the revised iec 61215 and iec 61730.
As from 1 january 1997 all iec publications are issued with a designation in the 60000 series. For example, iec 341 is now referred to as iec 600341. Latest amendment of iec 61730 and its impact on backsheet. An additional test takes the degradation behavior of amorphous silicon due to temperature and irradiance exposure into account. There were so many comments to the iec 617301 cd and so much overlap between the two parts that it is likely that a. Edition 2 of iec 617302 was circulated as a cd with national committee comments due on november 18, 2011. Eniec standards keystone compliance is an accredited lab that has knowledge and experience with many en and iec standards. Iec617301am1 amendment 1 photovoltaic pv module safety qualification part 1. Pv module safety qualification according to iec 61730.
Download iec 61730 1 ed 1 0 b2004 photovoltaic pv module. Photovoltaic solar testing specifications iec 61646, iec. Cenelec en iec 617301 photovoltaic pv module safety. Photovoltaic pv module safety qualification part 1. These cookies are used to collect information about how you interact with our website and allow us to remember you. The international standards for photovoltaic pv module safety qualification, iec 61730 series 617301 and 617302, were recently updated to reflect changes in pv module technologies. Updating iec 61730 was a lengthy process started in 2009 changes to safety standard iec 617301 2 5 21. Paolo mastrogiacomo low voltage products solar applications. Iec 61646 and iec 61215 have merged to standardize all flat technologies. Specific topics are provided to assess the prevention of electrical shock, fire hazards, and personal injury due to mechanical and environmental stresses. Iec 61215 and iec 61730 the international electotechnical commission iec is a leading global organization. It is therefore recommendable to combine testing acc. The scope of iec 61730 1 is also applicable to this part of iec 61730.
It develops and publishes international standards for electric and electronic products, so pv modules. Requirements for construction iec617301am1 1st edition amendment 1 superseded show complete document history. This standard attempts to define the basic requirements for various application classes of pv modules, but it cannot be considered to encompass all national or regional building codes. Requirements for construction british standards institution bsi. Ul 617301 photovoltaic pv module safety qualification. We use cookies to make our website more userfriendly and to continually improve it. Photovoltaik pvmodule sicherheitsqualifikation teil 1. Consolidated editions the iec is now publishing consolidated versions of its publications. Or download the pdf of the directive or of the official journal for free this website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website.
Iec 617301 photovoltaic pv module safety qualification part 1. This talk will provide a summary of how iec 61215 was. The international standards for photovoltaic pv module safety qualification, iec 61730 series 61730 1 and 61730 2, were recently updated to reflect changes in pv module technologies. Iec 61215 for crystalline silicon modules iec 61646 for thin film modules iec 62108 for cpv modules these qualification tests do an excellent job of identifying design, materials and process flaws that could lead to premature field failures. Iec 61730 1 photovoltaic pv module safety qualification part 1. The iec 61646 certification is for thinfilm pv modules and is in many aspects identical to the international standard iec 61215 for crystalline modules. Requirements for construction publication year 2018 document status. Requirements for construction iec 617302 edition 1. Edition 2 of iec 617301 was circulated as a cd with national committee comments due on august 10, 2012.
En iec 61646 with the tests of en iec 61730 for the qualification. Iec 617301 photovoltaic pv module safety qualification. In our lab in germany 30 % of the modules tested to the new standard show some form of chalking. For more information on iec, ul or astm standards or to purchase a copy of the full specification, visit the following web sites. While iec 617301 outlines the requirements of construction, this part of the standard lists the tests a pv module is required. For example, iec 34 1 is now referred to as iec 60034 1. Amendment dated 30 april 2012 implementation of iec amendment 1. Iec 60439, the standard for lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies, was under restructuring from the last decade. Click on the links below to learn more about just some of the en and iec standards that keystone compliance has competency with. Amendment dated 31 august 20 implementation of iec amendment 2.
While iec 61730 1 outlines the requirements of construction, this part of the standard lists the tests a pv module is required. Keep up to date with new publication releases and announcements with our free iec just published email newsletter. Iec 61439 standard for low voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies on photo. The international standards for photovoltaic p v module safety qualification, iec 61730 series 61730 1 and 61730 2, were recently updated to reflect changes in pv module technologies. Requirements for testing published by cenelec on april 1, 2018 the scope of iec 617301 is.
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