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Kipp & Zonen Pyranometers

The power of precision. The promise of stability.
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Be confident in your performance ratio

Kipp & Zonen pyranometers are precision instruments engineered for high-accuracy solar irradiance measurement, essential for PV system performance ratio calculations and long-term monitoring. Compliant with ISO 9060:2018 and traceable to the World Radiometric Reference (WRR), they offer industry-leading reliability with a documented MTBF exceeding 10 years.

Advanced models feature individually calibrated temperature compensation and directional response, ensuring minimal measurement uncertainty across diverse environmental conditions. These characteristics make them the most reliable pyranometers for critical solar energy applications.

ISO 9060:2018 Class A Pyranometers

Sophisticated instruments with the highest performance and level of accuracy.

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CMP10x 

The CMP10x combines analog heritage with unmatched stability. Built on CMP10, it ensures low instrument drift over long-term use, integrated thermistor for temperature compensation, and durable design for extreme conditions.

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SMP10x 

The SMP10X is a fully compliant with ISO 9060:2018 and IEC 61724-1:2021  smart pyranometer built on the trusted legacy of the SMP10. Designed for solar PV monitoring and SCADA system integration, it delivers unmatched stability, diagnostics, and long-term reliability.

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SMP12 

The SMP12 is a fast response spectrally flat Class A pyranometer that combines solid-state dome heating, with no moving parts, and best-in-class surge protection to maximize accuracy and minimize maintenance.

 

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SMP22x 

The SMP22x, with half the directional response error of any other pyranometer on the market, ensures uncompromised accuracy for solar PV monitoring and scientific research.

ISO 9060:2018 Class B Pyranometers    

Pyranometers that provide cost-effective, quality measurements in meteorological and hydrological networks, and for agriculture. 

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CMP6

 Pyranometer for good quality measurements for green-house climate control, field testing and PV installations.

 

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SMP6 

Spectrally flat Class B pyranometer with digital interface for good quality measurements in solar energy and field testing.

ISO 9060:2018 Class C Pyranometers    

Their small size and costs make these pyranometers ideal for horticulture, entry-level weather stations, and basic PV installations. 

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CMP3

 The CMP3 is a low cost pyranometer for accurate routine measurements in many applications. It offers reliable performance in meteorological stations and PV system checks.

 

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SMP3 

Fastest and best performing ISO 9060 spectrally flat Class C pyranometer. SMP3 is perfect for monitoring solar energy installations, agriculture, horticulture, hydrological and industrial applications.

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CM4

The CM4 High Temperature Pyranometer is a radiometer specially designed for measuring solar or artificial light irradiance under the most extreme temperature conditions.

 

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SP Lite2 

SP Lite2 is ideal for measuring available energy for use in solar energy applications, plant growth, thermal convection and evapotranspiration.