Agilent/Keysight PV8932A

The Agilent/Keysight PV8932A is a high-power photovoltaic array simulator engineered for inverter MPPT algorithm development, verification, and optimization. Operating as an autoranging programmable DC power source, it replicates real-world PV array output characteristics across diverse environmental conditions—eliminating under-the-sun testing constraints while reducing cost, development time, and environmental variability. The unit also functions as a traditional autoranging DC power supply.

– Technical Specifications

• Maximum output voltage: 2000 VDC
• Maximum output current: 30 A
• Maximum power: 30 kW DC
• Input supply: 400/480 VAC
• Isolation voltage: 2000 V
• Form factor: 5U rack mount
• I-V curve modes: Curve Mode (mathematical simulation) or Table Mode (up to 1024 point entry)
• Parallel operation: Multiple units supported up to 600 kW total with primary/secondary control

– Key Features

• Autoranging output voltage and current maintaining stable power delivery across full operating range
• Table Mode enables precise custom I-V curves with 1024-point resolution for non-standard array characterization
• Multi-unit parallel architecture scales power output while functioning as a single integrated supply
• Compatible with inverter configurations ranging from single-input to twelve-input/MPPT designs

– Typical Applications

• Solar inverter design laboratory verification
• Manufacturing test and validation environments
• MPPT algorithm characterization and optimization
• Multi-input photovoltaic inverter evaluation

– Compatibility & Integration

• Compatible with DG8900 Solar Array Simulator Control Pro Software
• Integrates with DG9000 Advanced / Multi-Input Photovoltaic Inverter Test Software
• Standard I/O interfaces included for rapid test system development