Description
OAI TriSol 0130-0120-03 Solar Simulator 1–1.6kW Constant Intensity CIGS PV Test
The OAI TriSol 0130-0120-03 is a 1–1.6 kilowatt continuous-output solar simulator built by Optical Associates Inc. (OAI) of San Jose, CA. It is equipped with the Constant Intensity Option, which maintains stable irradiance output over the lamp's operating life using a closed-loop sensor feedback system. The unit uses an aluminum mirror reflector and a broad-band sensor, and outputs a collimated beam through a large Fresnel/condenser lens port at the base of the instrument.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer: OAI (Optical Associates Inc.), San Jose, CA
- Model: TriSol
- Part Number: 0130-0120-03
- Serial Number: SS1029 (internal reference)
- Power Output: 1–1.6 kW
- Lamp rating: 1.6W (per rating plate); new lamp installed 8/11/16
- Lamp hours: 99
- Constant Intensity Option: included
- Mirror type: Aluminum
- Sensor type: Broad Band
- Anode orientation: Up
- Front control panel: small LCD display with RUN, SET, CAL, and INF function buttons
- Cooling: multiple large blower fans (rear and side-mounted)
- Output port: large collimated lens/aperture (bottom of unit)
- Side panel: circuit breaker CB1, P10 connection block, low-voltage terminals
- Compatible with: CIGS solar cells and general PV test systems
- Includes: OAI TriSol operations manual on CD (P/N 0131-7024-01)
Applications
Solar simulators like the OAI TriSol are used to replicate the spectral output and intensity of natural sunlight under controlled laboratory conditions, enabling repeatable photovoltaic and photochemical measurements without dependence on actual solar conditions. Primary applications include solar cell IV curve testing and characterization, solar cell light soaking, efficiency and performance measurement of photovoltaic devices (including CIGS, CdTe, and silicon cells), photobiology research, sunscreen efficacy testing, and environmental UV exposure studies. The Constant Intensity Option is particularly valuable for IV testing and long-duration light soaking, where maintaining a stable, calibrated irradiance level throughout a test run is critical to data integrity. OAI TriSol simulators are widely used in university PV research labs, national laboratories, and commercial solar cell manufacturing quality-control environments.
This OAI TriSol 0130-0120-03 Solar Simulator has been tested and is in working order. It was previously part of a complete solar cell test system that was dismantled; the simulator itself is fully functional. A new lamp was installed on 8/11/16 and the unit shows only 99 lamp hours. It is compatible with CIGS solar cells. The enclosure shows normal wear consistent with lab use — please review all photos for cosmetic details. Includes the OAI TriSol operations manual on CD (P/N 0131-7024-01). Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Product Brochure: |
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Product Sheet: |
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Brand: |
OAI (Optical Associates Inc.) |
Model: |
TriSol |
MPN: |
0130-0120-03 |
SKU: |
51949 |
Type: |
Solar Simulator |
Power Output: |
1–1.6 kW |
Lamp Type: |
1.6W lamp (Xenon-based, per rating plate) |
Lamp Hours: |
99 hours (new lamp installed 8/11/16) |
Constant Intensity Option: |
Yes — included |
Mirror Type: |
Aluminum |
Sensor Type: |
Broad Band |
Anode Orientation: |
Up |
Application: |
Photovoltaic, Photochemistry, Photobiology, UV Exposure Testing |
Compatible With: |
CIGS solar cells, solar cell IV testers, PV test systems |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Seller Notes: |
Includes OAI TriSol operations manual on CD (P/N 0131-7024-01) |
Form Factor: |
Benchtop / Tabletop |
Cooling: |
Multiple blower fans (visible on rear and sides) |
Output Port: |
Large collimated output lens/port (bottom of unit) |
Condition Notes: |
This OAI TriSol 0130-0120-03 Solar Simulator has been tested and is in working order. New lamp installed 8/11/16; 99 lamp hours. Pulled from a dismantled CIGS solar cell test system. Includes operations manual on CD. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |
