The Keysight E4367A is a configured Solar Array Simulator system consisting of an E4360A mainframe with two E4361A modules. This dual-module platform delivers up to 1200 W total output power (200–240 VAC input) for high-fidelity photovoltaic testing and solar array characterization. The modular architecture supports programmable I-V curve simulation with 4,096-point resolution, user-defined lookup tables, and fixed power supply modes. Multiple I-V curves—up to 512 per list—can be sequenced with dwell times from 30 ms to 33,554 seconds, synchronized across up to 100 outputs via hardware trigger.
Technical Specifications
E4360A Mainframe
• Type: Modular Solar Array Simulator mainframe
• Slots: 2
• Maximum output power: 1200 W (200–240 VAC), 600 W (100–120 VAC)
• AC input: 100–240 VAC, 50/60/400 Hz; range 86–264 VAC; max 2000 VA/2000 W
• Form factor: 2U, full-rack
• Interfaces: LAN, USB, GPIB (LXI Class C compliant)
• Protection: INH input response ≤5 µs; fault response <10 µs
• I-V resolution: 4,096 points (350 msec) or 256 points (30 msec)
• I-V list capacity: 512 curves with programmable dwell (1 ms resolution)
• Software: 14360A System Control Tool; SCPI support; controls up to 100 outputs
E4361A Module (per unit)
• Type: Solar Array Simulator DC power module
• Maximum power: 510 W
• Voltage output: 0–60 V (fixed mode); Voc max 65 V
• Current output: 0–8.5 A (Isc max 8.5 A)
• Programming accuracy (22°C ±5°C): voltage ±(0.075% + 25 mV); current ±(0.2% + 20 mA)
– Key Features
• Four simulation modes: SAS (internal 4,096-point table generation in 350 msec), Table (user-defined), and Fixed
• Hardware trigger for synchronized multi-output I-V transitions
• Programmable curve parameters: Voc, Vmp, Isc, Imp per curve
• Universal AC input with automatic voltage sensing and power factor correction
• Dual-module configuration yields maximum 1020 W combined power output
– Typical Applications
• Photovoltaic array performance testing under dynamic load profiles
• Solar power system integration and validation
• Environmental condition simulation with sequenced I-V curves
• Multi-channel solar simulator testing with synchronized outputs
– Compatibility & Integration
The system supports standard laboratory interfaces (LAN, USB, GPIB) and complies with LXI Class C standards. SCPI command set enables integration with automated test frameworks. The 14360A control software simplifies setup and operation of single or multiple E4360A mainframes.
