Keysight MP4300A Series

Introduction

The Keysight Technologies MP4300A Series Modular Solar Array Simulator (SAS) gives you a new level of performance in a small footprint. The 2U mainframe can accommodate up to six SAS modules, providing a compact solution even when the emulation of many PV segments is required. The MP4300A series SAS will help you overcome your toughest solar array simulation test challenges by delivering industry-leading specifications and innovative features motivated by Keysight’s decades of experience in SAS applications.

The MP4300 offers two classes of 1kW SAS modules, the highest performance MP4361A 160V/10A auto-ranging module and the MP4362A 130V/8A module.

• Up to 160 V, up to 10 A, up to 1000W per module

• High channel density, up to 6 modules per mainframe

• High output power system, 6 kW per mainframe

• Save valuable rack space with a compact 2U-high size

• Faithfully emulate multiple PV segments with high-performance hardware and advanced IV-curve generation and sequencing 

• Accelerate test-system throughput with industry-leading speed

• Add flexibility to your test system via modularity • Minimize installation and service time with rear-loading modules 

• Achieve rapid deployment and debugging of new test systems with the help of an intuitive, 5” touch screen interface

Solar Array Simulator Module Portfolio

Solar Array Simulation

Satellite test applications - Solar panels, which consist of multiple solar cells, provide power to satellites. They have unique I-V characteristics. Since the output power varies with environmental conditions (temperature, irradiation) and operational conditions (eclipse, spin), you must use a specialized power supply such as the solar array simulator (SAS) for making accurate tests and verifying the satellite power system.

Keysight Solar Array Simulator

The Keysight Technologies, Inc. MP4300A Modular Solar Array Simulator (SAS) is a six-output programmable dc power source that simulates the output characteristics of a solar array. The MP4360 SAS is primarily a current source with very low output capacitance and is capable of quickly simulating the I-V curve of different arrays under different conditions (e.g., temperature, age, etc.). It provides up to 6 outputs and 6000 W in a small 2U-high mainframe. Whether you build your test system requiring instrument only or if you want a full turn-key system with all the instruments and software integrated and installed – Keysight gives you the flexibility you need. The MP4360 SAS is readily available as an off-theshelf instrument and also is available from Keysight integrated into a full turn-key solar array simulator system configured to your exact specification.

Multiple Simulation Modes

The MP4360 SAS provides three operating modes, Simulator (SAS), Table, and Fixed modes. To accurately simulate the I-V curve of a solar array, use SAS or table modes. When a standard power supply is needed, use fixed mode. Fixed mode operation allows the user to use the power supply as a source or load.