Flir
FLIR PV78 Solar Irradiance & Temperature Meter – Solar Meter with Tilt Sensor & METERLiNK®
- SKU:
- PV78
- UPC:
- 793950900666
- Availability:
- Usually ships in 3 business days
Description
The FLIR PV78 Solar Irradiance and Temperature Meter gives solar installers the two site measurements every array decision depends on: solar irradiance and temperature, in one handheld meter.
The PV78 measures irradiance from 50 to 1400 W/m², panel temperature via its built-in sensor and external probe, and inclination angle for tilt verification. Bluetooth connectivity pairs it with FLIR solar clamp workflows and the METERLiNK® app, so site conditions are documented alongside electrical readings on every install and service call.
- Solar irradiance and temperature meter for solar site surveys, panel installation, and PV maintenance
- Instant irradiance measurements per IEC 62446-1 from 50 to 1400 W/m²
- Measure panel temperature directly or continuously via the included external temperature probe
- Built-in compass shows the predominant direction for panel placement
- Tilt (inclination) function verifies roof and panel inclination from -90° to 90°
- Bluetooth METERLiNK app connectivity for documenting, reporting, and sharing results
Typical Applications
- Solar site surveys
- PV installation sign-off
- Array performance checks
- Solar service work
| Model | FLIR PV78 Solar Irradiance & Temperature Meter |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth BLE |
| Irradiance | 50 to 1400 W/m² ±5% |
| Inclination Angle | -90° to 90° ±3° |
| Temperature (Meter) | -10°C to 50°C ±1.5°C |
| Temperature (External Probe) | -30°C to 100°C ±1.5°C |
| Compass | 0° to 360° ±7° |
| Measuring Rate | 3 samples per second |
| Bluetooth Range | 10 m (32 ft) |
| Data Storage | Interval: 1 minute |
| Memory | 360 sets per file |
| Auto Power Off | ~30 minutes of inactivity |
| Battery | 9 V alkaline |
| Battery Life | ~25 hours |
| Size | 240.5 × 67 × 38 mm (9.5 × 2.6 × 1.5 in) |
| Weight | 300 g (0.66 lbs) |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, RCM |
| EMC | EN61326-1, EN300328 |
| Operating Conditions | Meter: -10°C to 50°C <80% RH; Probe: -30°C to 100°C <80% RH |
| Storage Conditions | -20°C to 60°C, 0–80% RH (no batteries) |
| Included | External Temperature Probe, 9 V Alkaline Battery, User Manual (Accessories In the Box per FLIR page; the PV78 datasheet also lists a pouch) |
Specifications are subject to manufacturer updates. Refer to current FLIR product documentation for complete operating, safety and maintenance requirements.
FLIR Limited Warranty
The FLIR PV78 is covered by FLIR's limited 3-year warranty for test and measurement instruments.
Warranty eligibility, registration requirements, exclusions, and coverage are subject to FLIR's complete warranty terms.