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Pyranometers

ISO 9060 pyranometers for measuring global solar radiation in meteorology, solar energy and research.

Category
Environmental and Plant Science
Manufacturer
Kipp & Zonen
Country of origin
Netherlands
Models listed
11
Pyranometers

Models

11 models and their specifications

01CMP10x Pyranometer
CMP10x Pyranometer

The CMP10x is the spectrally flat Class A pyranometer with the best price-quality-performance ratio on the market. The CMP10x provides a quality irradiance measuring solution for applications where maintenance is difficult and/or forms a major part of the cost of ownership.

Technical specifications

ISO 9060 ClassificationSpectrally Flat Class A
Zero offset A±7 W/m²
Zero offset B±1 W/m²
Directional Response±10 W/m²
Clear Sky GHI Spectral Error±0.1 %
Temperature Response: -20℃ to 50℃±0.5 %
Temperature Response: -40℃ to 70℃±1 %
Tilt Response (0° to 180° at 1000 W/m²)±0.2 %
Power Consumption60 mW
Ingress Protection RatingIP67
Dimensions15 x 9.25 cm
02CMP22 Pyranometer
CMP22 Pyranometer

The CMP22 has individually optimized temperature compensation and a standard thermistor sensor is fitted to monitor the housing temperature. Each instrument is supplied with its own temperature and directional (cosine response) test data.

Technical specifications

Sensitivity7 to 14 µV/W/m² ˂ ±0.5 % (-20 to +50 °C)
Drying Cartridge and Maintenance IntervalExternal, replacement after approx. 6 months
Spectral accuracy200 to 3600 nm
Analogue Outputs0 to 21 mV
Irradiance saturation4000 W/m² (Max.)
Operating temp range 1-40 to +80 °C
Response Time˂ 1.7 s (63%), ˂ 5 s (95%)
Zero offset A˂ ±3 W/m²
Zero offset B˂ ±1 W/m²
Digital outputsN.A.
Non-stability˂ ±0.5% (change/year)
Operating humidity0 to 100%
Directional Response˂ 5 W/m² (up to 80 ° with 1000 W/m² beam)
Cable Length33, 82, 164, 330 ft (10, 25, 50, 100 m)
Temperature Correction˂ ±0.5% (-20 to +50 °C)
Material enclosuresAluminum, anodised
Weight EU1.3 lb (600 g)
Casing IP RatingIP67
ClassificationSpectrally Flat Class A (ISO 9060:2018)
Non-linearity˂ ±0.2% (100 to 1000 W/m²)
03SMP10x Smart Pyranometer
SMP10x Smart Pyranometer

The SMP10x is a Spectrally Flat Class A pyranometer that combines advanced sensor technology with low maintenance. The SMP10x has an internal drying cartridge that will last for at least 10 years if the housing is not opened. This minimizes maintenance significantly.

Technical specifications

ISO 9060 ClassificationSpectrally Flat Class A
Zero offset A±7 W/m²
Zero offset B±1 W/m²
Directional Response±10 W/m²
Clear Sky GHI Spectral Error±0.1 %
Temperature Response: -20℃ to 50℃±0.5 %
Temperature Response: -40℃ to 70℃±1 %
Tilt Response (0° to 180° at 1000 W/m²)±0.2 %
Power Consumption60 mW
Ingress Protection RatingIP67
Dimensions15 x 9.3 cm
04CMP6 Pyranometer
CMP6 Pyranometer

The CMP6 pyranometer is intended for routine global solar radiation measurement research on a plane/level surface. Fully compliant with ISO 9060:2018 specification for a Spectrally Flat Class B, the CMP6 features a sixty-four thermocouple junction (series connected) sensing element.

Technical specifications

Response Time˂ 6 s (63%), 12 s (95%)
Sensitivity5 to 20 µV/W/m² ˂ 4% (-10 to +40 °C)
Zero offset B˂ ±2 W/m²
Digital outputsN.A.
Operating humidity0 to 100%
Directional Response˂ ±20 W/m² (up to 80° with 1000 W/m² beam)
Operating temp range 1-40 to +80 °C
Casing IP RatingIP67
Weight EU1.3 lb (600 g)
Non-linearity˂ ±1% (100 to 1000 W/m²)
Zero offset A˂ ±8 W/m²
ClassificationSpectrally Flat Class B (ISO 9060:2018)
Non-stability˂ ±1% (change/year)
Analogue Outputs0 to 30 mV
Drying Cartridge and Maintenance IntervalExternal, replacement after approx. 6 months
Spectral accuracy285 to 2800 nm
Cable Length33, 82, 164, 330 ft (10, 25, 50, 100 m)
Irradiance saturation2000 W/m² (Max.)
Material enclosuresAluminum, anodized
Temperature Correction˂ ±2% (-10 to +40 °C)
05SMP12 Class A Pyranometer
SMP12 Class A Pyranometer

The new SMP12 is pioneering fast response spectrally flat Class A pyranometer that combines solid-state dome heating preventing dew and frost, with no moving parts, and best-in-class surge protection to maximize accuracy and minimize maintenance.

  • Solid-state dome heating for dew and frost prevention.
  • Multi-axis tilt sensor to enable remote monitoring of the pyranometer mounting and orientation.
  • Internal humidity and temperature monitoring to provide confidence in the integrity of the instruments internal functionality.

Technical specifications

Maximum Irradiance2000 W/m² (Max.)
Spectral accuracy280 to 3000 nm
Spectral Range285 to 2750 nm
Non-linearity˂ ±0.2% (100 to 1000 W/m²)
Cable Length33, 82, 164 ft (10, 25, 50 m)
Drying Cartridge and Maintenance IntervalInternal, lasts for 10 years, replaced with every recalibration
Material enclosuresAluminum, anodized
Operating temp range 1-40 to +70 °C (Storage: -40 to +80 °C)
Zero offset A˂ ±1 W/m²
Digital outputsModbus® RTU over 2-wire RS-485
Response Time˂ 0.15 s (63%), 0.5 s (95%)
Directional Response˂ ±10 W/m² (up to 80° with 1000 W/m² beam)
Zero offset B˂ ±1.5 W/m²
Non-stability˂ ±0.5 % (change/5-years)
Total Zero Offset˂ ±3 W/m² (including A & B)
Casing IP RatingIP67
Operating humidity0 to 100 %
Weight EU1.1 lb (500 g)
ClassificationFast response Spectrally Flat Class A (ISO 9060:2018)
06SMP22x Smart Pyranometer
SMP22x Smart Pyranometer

The SMP22x is an ISO 9060:2018 Spectrally Flat Class A pyranometer that combines the new smart interface with quartz domes and sensor technology from the CMP22, which has a proven track record of decades, making it the most accurate and reliable pyranometer in the world.

Technical specifications

ISO 9060 ClassificationSpectrally Flat Class A
Zero offset A±5 W/m²
Zero offset B±1 W/m²
Directional Response±5 W/m²
Clear Sky GHI Spectral Error±0.05 %
Temperature Response: -20℃ to 50℃±5 W/m²
Temperature Response: -40℃ to 70℃±1 W/m²
Tilt Response (0° to 180° at 1000 W/m²)±0.2 %
Power Consumption60 mW
Ingress Protection RatingIP67
Dimensions15 x 9.3 cm
07SMP3-A Smart Pyranometer (4–20 mA)
SMP3-A Smart Pyranometer (4–20 mA)

The SMP3 is a smart pyranometer with low maintenance and industry standard digital and analogue amplified outputs. Based on the proven CMP3 technology the SMP3 adds Modbus® interface, improved response time and temperature corrected measurement data.

Technical specifications

Non-stability˂ ±1% (change/year)
Drying Cartridge and Maintenance IntervalInternal, no replacement necessary
Zero offset B˂ ±5 W/m²
Operating humidity0 to 100 %
Irradiance saturation2000 W/m² (Max.)
Material enclosuresAluminum, anodised
Digital outputsModbus RTU 2-wire RS-485
Weight EU0.7 lb (300 g)
Non-linearity˂ ±3% (0 to 100 W/m²)
Directional Response˂ 20 W/m² (up to 80 ° with 1000 W/m² beam)
Zero offset A˂ ±15 W/m²
Spectral accuracy300 to 2800 nm
Casing IP RatingIP67
ClassificationSpectrally Flat Class C (ISO 9060:2018)
Temperature Correction˂ ±3 % (-20 to +50 °C)
Operating temp range 1-40 to +70 °C
Response Time˂ 1.5 s (63 %), ˂ 12 s (95 %)
Analogue Outputs0 to 1 V (V-model) or 4 to 20 mA (A-model)
Cable Length33, 82, 164, 330 ft (10, 25, 50, 100 m)
SensitivityN.A.
08CMP3 Pyranometer
CMP3 Pyranometer

The CMP3 pyranometer is an instrument for measuring the solar irradiance. The thermopile sensor construction measures the solar energy that is received from the total solar spectrum and the whole hemisphere (180 degrees field of view). The output is expressed in Watts per meter square.

Technical specifications

Drying Cartridge and Maintenance IntervalInternal, no replacement necessary
Irradiance saturation2000 W/m² (Max.)
Response Time˂ 6 s (63 %), 20 s (95 %)
Material enclosuresAluminum, anodized
Sensitivity24 to 32 µV/W/m² (-10 to +40 °C)
Zero offset B˂ ±5 W/m²
Digital outputsN.A.
Directional Response˂ 20 W/m² (up to 80 ° with 1000 W/m² beam)
Operating temp range 1-40 to +80 °C
Weight EU0.7 lb (300 g)
Casing IP RatingIP67
Operating humidity0 to 100 %
Zero offset A˂ ±15 W/m²
ClassificationSpectrally Flat Class C (ISO 9060:2018)
Spectral accuracy300 to 2800 nm
Analogue Outputs0 to 48 mV (0 to 1500 W/m²)
Non-linearity±3% (100 to 1000 W/m²)
Cable Length33, 82, 164, 330 ft (10, 25, 50, 100 m)
Temperature Correction˂ ±4% (-10 to +40 °C)
Non-stability˂ ±1% (change/year)
09SMP6 Smart Pyranometer
SMP6 Smart Pyranometer

The SMP6 is a Spectrally Flat Class B pyranometer that combines the sensor technology and housing from the CMP6. The SMP6 has both digital and analogue outputs and is low maintenance, extremely robust and reliable. It also comes with 5 years warranty.

Technical specifications

Digital outputsModbus RTU 2-wire RS-485
Response Time˂ 1.5 s (63 %), ˂ 12 s (95 %)
Zero offset B˂ ±2 W/m²
Directional Response˂ ±15 W/m² (up to 80° with 1000 W/m² beam)
Non-stability˂ ±1% (change/year)
Casing IP RatingIP67
Weight EU1.3 lb (600 g)
Operating humidity0 to 100 %
Operating temp range 1-40 to +70 °C
Zero offset A˂ ±8 W/m²
ClassificationSpectrally Flat Class B (ISO 9060:2018)
Material enclosuresAluminum, anodized
Spectral accuracy285 to 2800 nm
Analogue Outputs0 to 1 V (V-model) or 4 to 20 mA (A-model)
Non-linearity˂ ±1% (100 to 1000 W/m²)
Temperature Correction˂ ±2% (-10 to +40 °C)
Cable Length33, 82, 164, 330 ft (10, 25, 50, 100 m)
Drying Cartridge and Maintenance IntervalInternal, lasts for 10 years, replaced with every recalibration
Irradiance saturation2000 W/m² (Max.)
SensitivityN.A.
10SP Lite2 Silicon Pyranometer
SP Lite2 Silicon Pyranometer

Kipp & Zonen products include radiometers, sun trackers, and atmospheric measurement systems for solar radiation research, environmental monitoring, and renewable energy.

Technical specifications

Drying Cartridge and Maintenance IntervalNone
PV Panel Temperature-40 - +80 °C
Irradiance saturation2000 W/m² (Max.)
Response Time˂ 500 ns (95 %)
Digital outputsN.A.
Zero offset ANone
Zero offset BNone
Directional Response˂ 10 W/m² (up to 80 ° with 1000 W/m² beam)
Non-stability˂ 2 % (change/year)
Casing IP RatingIP67
Temperature Correctionn.a.
Operating humidity0 - 100 %
Operating temp range 1-40 - +176 °F (-40 - +80 °C)
Weight EU0.2 lb (110 g)
ClassificationFast response Class C (ISO 9060:2018)
Material enclosuresAluminum, anodised
SensitivityN.A.
Analogue Outputs0 - 120 mV
Non-linearity˂ 3 % (0 - 100 W/m²)
Spectral accuracy400 - 1100 nm
Cable Length16, 50 ft (5, 15 m)
11CM4 High-Temperature Pyranometer
CM4 High-Temperature Pyranometer

Kipp & Zonen products include radiometers, sun trackers, and atmospheric measurement systems for solar radiation research, environmental monitoring, and renewable energy.

Technical specifications

Operating humidity0 - 100 %
Zero offset A˂ 4 W/m²
ClassificationSpectrally Flat Class C (ISO 9060: 2018)
Operating temp range 1-40 - 302 °F (-40 - 150 °C)
Zero offset B˂ 15 W/m²
Digital outputsN.A.
Non-linearity˂ 1 % (0 - 100 W/m²)
Cable Length33 ft (10 m)
Non-stability˂ 0.5 % (change/year)
Casing IP RatingIP67
Weight EU0.6 lb (250 g)
Spectral accuracy300 - 2800 nm
Analogue Outputs0 - 40 mV
Temperature Correction˂ 3 % (-20 - +80 °C)
Irradiance saturation4000 W/m² (Max.)
Material enclosuresAluminum, anodised
Response Time˂ 8 s (95 %)
Directional Response˂ 20 W/m² (up to 80 ° with 1000 W/m² beam)
SensitivityN.A.
Drying Cartridge and Maintenance IntervalExternal, replacement after approx. 6 months

Catalogues

Brochures and datasheets, readable right here.

  • Kipp & Zonen Pyranometers CMP & SMP SeriesPDF · 5.6 MB
  • Pyranometers BrochurePDF · 5.6 MB
  • Pyranometers brochure (Chinese)PDF · 3.1 MB
  • Solar Irradiance Monitoring in Solar Projects - BrochurePDF · 3.0 MB
  • Al Dhafrah PV2 Solar Power Project Application NotesPDF · 1.7 MB
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Buying in Egypt

Questions about Pyranometers

Where can I buy a pyranometer in Egypt?

Tiba Scientific supplies Pyranometers from Kipp & Zonen (Netherlands) in Egypt, with installation, user training and maintenance by its own engineers. 11 models are listed on this page.

What is the price of a pyranometer in Egypt?

Prices depend on the model, configuration and accessories, so Tiba Scientific quotes each request. Send the model or the analysis you need on WhatsApp or call 010 0529 9601 for a written quotation.

Does Tiba Scientific install and service Kipp & Zonen instruments?

Yes. Tiba Scientific installs and commissions the Kipp & Zonen instruments it supplies, trains the users, and provides calibration, preventive maintenance and repairs after handover.

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