Kipp & Zonen Data Sheet Sun Trackers - Kipp & Zonen - #3

SOLYS 2 is the only fully automatic sun tracker available that does not require a computer and software for installa­tion. The integrated GPS receiver automatically configures location and time data. Multi-colour LEDs indicate the ope­rating status and an Ethernet port allows for software upgrades, testing and fault diagnosis. The high-efficiency belt drive system requires no maintenance.

The tough and distinctive cast aluminium housing has an integrated tripod stand with levelling feet. Aside plate with mountings for a Kipp & Zonen pyrheliometer is included as standard and a second side plate can be fitted for an additional pyrheliometer. A top mounting plate is available for convenient mounting of up to three Kipp & Zonen radiometers. The shading assembly accessory includes the top mounting plate and allows SOLYS 2 to be configured as a complete solar monitoring station.

SOLYS 2 does not suffer from internal clock drift because time is updated by the GPS receiver. A sun sensor is availa­ble for active tracking where the stability of the support platform cannot be guaranteed.

• Fully Automatic

• Integrated GPS Receiver

• Easy to Install

• BSRN Level Performance

• Both AC and DC Power Inputs

• Very Low Maintenance

2AP has proven performance in the harshest climates. High power motors and precision gear drives have the torque to break ice and to operate in high winds. The optional cold weather cover and internal heaters enable operation down to -50 °C. After setup using Win2AP software and a PC operation is stand-alone with only occasional checks of the internal clock required. Two small side plates are included as standard, but no instrument mountings.

An active tracking sun sensor is available to correct for clock drift or movement of the support platform. The large side mounting plate takes the sun sensor and a Kipp & Zonen pyrheliometer (or two pyrheliometers). Two plates are in­cluded with the optional shading assembly, and a rear mounting plate for up to three ventilated Kipp & Zonen radiometers. Adapters are available for unventilated radiometers and absolute cavity pyrheliometers.

A unique feature of the 2AP is the positioning capability. When connected to a PC it can perform a sequence of pre­programmed movements to point at a series of targets.

• Highest AccuracyAvailable

• Highest Load and Torque Available

• BSRN Level Performance

• AC and DC Power Versions

• Operates in Extreme Climates

• Positioning Capability