EKO Instruments

MS-712 Spectroradiometer

ClimateMeteorological Station & Sensors

Temperature-controlled & optimised to provide the most accurate irradiance measurement data within the spectral range from 900nm and 1700nm (Visible-NIR).

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Overview

A unique all-weather sensor, the MS-712 features a temperature-controlled detector, ensuring optimum performance in hot and cold conditions ranging from -10 to 40°C.

Measuring the near-infrared (NIR) range from 900nm to 1700nm, the MS-712 comes with NIST traceable calibration, a calibration uncertainty budget, and is compatible with EKO STR-Series sun trackers.

The MS-712 is commonly paired with the MS-711N as part of the WISER I system to cover the spectral range from 300nm to 1700nm (UV-VIS-NIR).

The new generation grating and rugged optical design of the diffusor and input optics in the MS-712 make it superior to any fiber-optic based spectroradiometer by eliminating common issues with mechanical vibration and handling; ideal for permanent installation or as a travelling reference.

The MS-712 has a separate power supply and can be controlled through RS232 / 422 via a PC or data logger. EKO also provides software options for device and data management and visualisation.

EKO Spectroradiometers deliver top-tier spectral measurements and detail about energy distribution (W/m2/nm), essential for effective PV or CPV cell research and performance analysis.

Key Features

Robust design, made for outdoor solar research
Temperature controlled detector core
Excellent long term stability & low temperature dependency
High optical resolution <7nm
NIST Traceable calibration
Compatible with EKO STR-Series Sun Trackers

Comparison

Comparison of EKO Instruments Spectroradiometers

	MS-711N DNI	MS-711N	MS-712	MS-713
Wavelength Range	300 to 1100 nm	300 to 1100 nm	900 to 1700 nm	900 to 2500 nm
Wavelength Accuracy	± 0.2 nm	± 0.2 nm	± 0.2 nm	± 2 nm
Optical Resolution FWHM	< 7 nm	< 7 nm	< 7 nm	< 20 nm
Temperature Response	< 2 % (-10°C to 50°C)	< 2 % (-10°C to 50°C)	< 5 % (-10°C to 50°C)	< 5 % (-10°C to 50°C)
Temperature Control	25 °C	25 °C	-5 °C	-20 °C
Directional Response at 1000W/m²	-	< 5 %	-	< 5 %
Communication	RS-422 / 232C	RS-422 / 232C	RS-422 / 232C	RS-422 / 232C
Power Consumption	50 W	50 W	65 W	120 W
Ingress Protection	IP65
Field of View (FOV)	5 ° (Collimating tube)	180 °	180 °	-