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OPERATION MANUAL
TRI-SOL
SOLAR SIMULATOR
1-1.6KW
685 RIVER OAKS PARKWAY
SAN JOSE, CA 95134
www.oainet.com
sales@oainet.com
408/232-0600
P/N 0131-7024-01 Rev. D
01/21/14

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  • Page 1 OPERATION MANUAL TRI-SOL SOLAR SIMULATOR 1-1.6KW 685 RIVER OAKS PARKWAY SAN JOSE, CA 95134 www.oainet.com sales@oainet.com 408/232-0600 P/N 0131-7024-01 Rev. D 01/21/14...
  • Page 2 - Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. “Danger” - Indicates an eminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SECTION 7: HAZARDOUS MATERIALS USED WITH THE SYSTEM ..... 29 7.1 ISPROPYL ALCHOL ................29 SECTION 8: SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS ......30 8.1 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS ..............30 8.2 SYSTEM DRAWINGS ................30 Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 4: Purpose Scope And Revision History

    Add Constant Intensity operation description, ECO 10867 08/11/11 Add section 4.4 Installing the Air Mass Filter per ECO 11359 01/21/14 The Remainder of This Page is Intentionally Left Blank Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...
  • Page 5 OAI. Disclaimer: OAI makes no representations or a warranty with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Further, OAI reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof, without obligation of OAI to notify any person of such revision or changes.

  • Page 6: Section 1: Introduction

    Typically, power for the blower, shutter, lamp power supply and accessories is supplied via a multi-conductor cable which is located on the rear of the housing. Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 7: Application

    1.2 APPLICATION The EQUIPMENT is designed to emit collimated broad band light. OAI’s Tri-Sol Solar Simulator Systems are high performance systems intended for solar simulation, with applications including solar cell testing and weathering. The Remainder of This Page is Intentionally Left Blank...

  • Page 8: Getting Help

    1.3 GETTING HELP Assistance in answering questions relating to the operation of the EQUIPMENT can be obtained by calling OAI’s customer support at 1 (408) 232-0600 between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., Pacific Standard Time. Outside normal...

  • Page 9: Section 2: Receiving And Unpacking The Equipment

    Cut straps using metal shears. Figure 3-1. Warning label, straps and clips on front of crated Solar Simulator. The Remainder of This Page is Intentionally Left Blank Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 10: Open Crate And Unpack Equipment

    Note: Some of the crated items are very heavy. Use proper lifting techniques when handling this unit Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 11: Section 3: Safety Precautions

    Also, be sure to read the Section entitled, SYSTEM INTERLOCKS. The Remainder of This Page is Intentionally Left Blank Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 12: Uv Hazard Burn

    The Remainder of This Page is Intentionally Left Blank Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 13: Hazards Due To Electrical Shock

    Before changing the lamp or working on the light source, turn off the main power breaker at the rear of the SOLAR SIMULATOR. The Remainder of This Page is Intentionally Left Blank Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 14: Section 4: Lamp Installation And Cleaning

    Again, be sure to wear face protection, safety goggles, and gloves when handling lamps. And this is the large upper door of the lamp housing we will mention in step 3). Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...
  • Page 15 When the access door is removed, an interlock switch will open, preventing operation of the lamp. Do not attempt to defeat this interlock. * Never operate the lamp with this door removed! Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...
  • Page 16 6) Put the clamp on the new lamp’s end-cap Anode (+) side and screw it down tightly. Gently screw in the new lamp with the Anode (+) side up, then reattach the flying lead to the anode of the lamp. Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...
  • Page 17 8) Replace the large door of the lamp housing and tightened the screw that secures the door. The lamp’s positioning should be adjusted to achieve maximum output. This is referred to as “peaking” a lamp. See adjusting the lamp position. Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Lamp Position

    NOTE Dispose of the alcohol soaked lens tissue as described in Section 7 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS USED WITH THE SYSTEM Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 19: Installing The Air Mass Filter

    Once the filter is in place, replace the filter holder in the lens housing of the unit and tighten the 2 thumb screws to hold it in the correct position. Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 20: Section 5: System Operation

    The numer of hours the simulator has operated can be read from the hour meter. Solar simulator standard control panel Solar simulator control panel for systems with constant intensity option. Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...
  • Page 21 Pressing the lamp hour reset will set the lamp hours displayed on the Run Screen to 0. Max Current Set is used to constrain the setting of the current that is asked of the power supply. Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...
  • Page 22 OAI service technician. The Lamp Watts setting is for reference purposes only and should only be changed by a trained OAI service technician. Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...
  • Page 23 Pressing the INF button on the control panel brings up the information screen. This screen displays the software version for both the touch screen and the plc that controls the system. Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 24: Measuring Uniformity

    100: High - Low High + Low X 100 = +% uniformity The Remainder of This Page is Intentionally Left Blank Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 25: Adjusting Uniformity

    If lenses are touched, a soft lens tissue may be used to clean only the area with the fingerprint. Do not attempt to remove and disassemble this unit for cleaning. This should be performed only at OAI. Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 26: Operating The Solar Simulator Remotely

    A 9 pin plug housing from Tyco Electronics 206708-1 2100-634-01 Several Type III+ contacts 14-18 GA from 66601-2 2100-926-01 Tyco Electronics Clamp Connector 13-9 Std Sex 206966-7 2100-635-01 Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...
  • Page 27 24 VDC signal to place the solar simulator in a low intensity mode. Active low signal for low intensity mode. Apply a 0 V to 0.8 VDC signal to place the solar simulator in a low intensity mode. Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 28: Section 6: System Interlocks

    GLASSES TO PROTECT EYES AND LIMIT EXPOSURE TIME TO UV RADIATION. Dangerous voltage is present on the ends of the UV Lamp when the lamp is lighted or being started. Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 29: The Personal Safety Interlock

    6.1.2 THE AIR-FLOW SYSTEM SAFETY INTERLOCK Removes power from the UV power supply if insufficient air-flow is detected. Cooling panel of solar simulator showing lamp blower, exhaust fan, and 2 interlock switches. Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 30: Section 7: Hazardous Materials Used With The System

     The chemical is used to clean the UV lamp housing as needed. The amount is less than 10ml. The Remainder of This Page is Intentionally Left Blank Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...

  • Page 31: Section 8: System Specifications And Drawings

    SCHEM SOLAR SIMULATOR 1KW CI 120V 0131-1015-03 SCHEM SOLAR SIMULATOR 1KW CI 230V 0131-1015-04 Standard 1.6KW Systems SCHEM SOLAR SIMUL 1.6KW 240V US 0131-1018-01 SCHEM SOLAR SIMUL 1.6KW CI 240V US 0131-1018-02 Manual PN: 0131-7024-01, Rev: D MANUAL MDL TRI-SOL 1-1.6KW SOLAR SIM OPER...
  • Page 32 Revisions 24ORG STEP+ 24BRN TEFLON 18ORG/WHT TEFLON STEP- INCORP. ENGINEER 24VIO 18VIO TEFLON DIR+ REV. ECO No. DESCRIPTION APPROVAL DATE 24BRN TEFLON 0131-0170-01 DIR- 24BRN TEFLON 2100-106-01 2100-105-01 10482 NEW RELEASE M.M. M.M. 2/8/10 LENS 10519 ADD F2,BLOW2,M2, REMOVE FAN1 M.M.
  • Page 33 Revisions 24ORG STEP+ 24BRN TEFLON 18ORG/WHT TEFLON INCORP. ENGINEER STEP- 24VIO 18VIO TEFLON DIR+ REV. ECO No. DESCRIPTION APPROVAL DATE 0131-0170-01 24BRN TEFLON DIR- 24BRN TEFLON 10692 NEW RELEASE M.M. M.M. 11/9/10 2100-106-01 2100-105-01 LENS 10877 REMOVE MAGNETS & CHANGE SHUTTER M.M.
  • Page 34 Revisions 24ORG SHUTTER MOTOR STEP+ 24BRN TEFLON 18ORG/WHT TEFLON INCORP. ENGINEER STEP- 24VIO 24VIO 18VIO TEFLON REV. ECO No. DESCRIPTION APPROVAL DATE DIR+ 24BRN TEFLON 0131-0170-01 DIR- 24BRN TEFLON 2100-106-01 2100-105-01 10858 NEW RELEASE M.M. M.M. 8/15/11 18GRN/YEL TEFLON 10925 CHANGE SHUTTER M.M.
  • Page 35 Revisions 24ORG 24ORG SHUTTER MOTOR STEP+ 24BRN TEFLON 18ORG/WHT TEFLON INCORP. ENGINEER STEP- 24VIO 24VIO 18VIO TEFLON REV. ECO No. DESCRIPTION APPROVAL DATE DIR+ 18GRN/YEL 24BRN TEFLON 0131-0170-01 LENS DIR- TEFLON 24BRN TEFLON 2100-106-01 2100-105-01 10858 NEW RELEASE M.M. M.M. 8/15/11 HOUSING 10925...
  • Page 36 Revisions BLOW1 24ORG STEP+ AC BLOWER SHUTTER MOTOR 24BRN TEFLON 18ORG/WHT TEFLON INCORP. ENGINEER STEP- 24VIO 24VIO 18VIO TEFLON DIR+ REV. ECO No. DESCRIPTION APPROVAL DATE 2100-542-01 18BLK 0131-0170-01 24BRN TEFLON DIR- 18BLK TEFLON 24BRN TEFLON 10600 NEW RELEASE M.M. M.M.
  • Page 37 Revisions BLOW1 24ORG STEP+ AC BLOWER SHUTTER MOTOR 24BRN TEFLON 18ORG/WHT TEFLON STEP- INCORP. ENGINEER 24VIO 24VIO 18VIO TEFLON DIR+ REV. ECO No. DESCRIPTION APPROVAL DATE 18BLK 24BRN TEFLON 2100-542-01 0131-0170-01 DIR- 18BLK TEFLON 24BRN TEFLON 2100-106-01 2100-105-01 10940 NEW RELEASE M.M.

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