SIST EN IEC 61215-1-4:2021/A1:2022
(Amendment)Amendment 1 - Terrestrial photovoltaic (PV) modules - Design qualification and type approval - Part 1-4: Special requirements for testing of thin-film Cu(In,Ga)(S,Se)2 based photovoltaic (PV) modules
Terrestrische Photovoltaik(PV)-Module - Bauarteignung und Bauartzulassung - Teil 1-4: Besondere Anforderungen an die Prüfung von Photovoltaik(PV)-Dünnschichtmodulen aus Cu(In,GA)(S,Se)2
Amendement 1 - Modules photovoltaïques (PV) pour applications terrestres - Qualification de la conception et homologation - Partie 1-4: Exigences particulières d\'essai des modules photovoltaïques (PV) au Cu(In,Ga)(S,Se)2 à couches minces
Prizemni fotonapetostni (PV) moduli - Ocena zasnove in odobritev tipa - 1-4. del: Posebne zahteve za preskušanje fotonapetostnih modulov iz tankoslojnega Cu(In,Ga)(S,Se)2 - Dopolnilo A1
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 16-Jun-2022
- Technical Committee
- PVS - Solar photovoltaic energy systems
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 02-Jun-2022
- Due Date
- 07-Aug-2022
- Completion Date
- 17-Jun-2022
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Jul-2022
Overview
SIST EN IEC 61215-1-4:2021/A1:2022 is the latest amendment to the international standard focused on terrestrial photovoltaic (PV) modules. This document specifies the special requirements for the design qualification and type approval of thin-film Cu(In,Ga)(S,Se)₂ based PV modules. The amendment, adopted in July 2022, tailors existing requirements to address the unique properties and testing needs of these thin-film modules, contributing to the advancement of solar energy technology and ensuring reliability, safety, and consistency in PV installations.
Key Topics
- Reduced Mechanical Load Modules: The amendment introduces the concept of modules designed to withstand lower mechanical loads than traditional standards (now as low as 1,200 Pa versus the conventional 2,400 Pa minimum).
- Restricted Access Areas: Defines installation scenarios, such as utility-scale, ground-mounted PV arrays, where only qualified personnel have access-necessitating specialized labeling and documentation.
- Marking and Documentation Updates: New nameplate requirements mandate visible, durable markings highlighting “reduced mechanical design load” status and specific installation limitations. This includes unique model designations for easy identification.
- Testing Procedures: Updates static mechanical load tests (MQT 16) to accommodate modules rated for lower loads with clear conditions and safety factors, ensuring secure deployment in engineered environments.
- Qualified Installation Requirements: Emphasizes that modules with reduced loads are not for roof mounting, but are intended for professionally engineered, ground-mounted installations with restricted access.
Applications
SIST EN IEC 61215-1-4:2021/A1:2022 is especially relevant for:
- Manufacturers of Thin-Film PV Modules: Guarantees that modules comply with international safety and performance benchmarks, addressing the needs of the Cu(In,Ga)(S,Se)₂ technology class.
- Engineers and System Designers: Provides vital criteria for selecting and installing PV modules in utility, commercial, and industrial-scale solar plants, particularly where structural and environmental factors vary across the site.
- Utility-Scale Solar Projects: Supports use of modules designed for specific load conditions found in protected, ground-mounted arrays, allowing optimized use of materials and improved system efficiency.
- Certification Bodies: Establishes clear guidelines for evaluation, ensuring only compliant products are approved for large, ground-based PV systems.
Related Standards
- IEC 61215 Series: Forms the basis for performance qualification and type approval of crystalline and thin-film photovoltaic modules, ensuring a consistent approach across various PV technologies.
- IEC 61215-2: Specifies test procedures for PV module design qualification and type approval.
- IEC 60050-195: Provides relevant electrotechnical vocabulary, including terms for access control and skilled personnel.
- ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1 & Part 2: Guide the drafting and development of international electrotechnical standards.
Practical Value
Implementing this amendment ensures safe, reliable, and efficient solar module deployment in the growing field of photovoltaic energy. Key benefits include:
- Addressing the unique performance characteristics of thin-film Cu(In,Ga)(S,Se)₂ modules.
- Allowing for innovative system design by accommodating modules with lower structural loads-without compromising on safety for utility-scale installations.
- Reducing material usage and potential costs where higher mechanical loads are unnecessary.
- Enabling clear, compliant documentation for regulatory authorities and project stakeholders.
SIST EN IEC 61215-1-4:2021/A1:2022 supports the advancement and diversification of solar energy solutions across Europe and internationally, assuring quality and adaptability in a dynamic renewable energy sector.
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SIST EN IEC 61215-1-4:2021/A1:2022 is a amendment published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Amendment 1 - Terrestrial photovoltaic (PV) modules - Design qualification and type approval - Part 1-4: Special requirements for testing of thin-film Cu(In,Ga)(S,Se)2 based photovoltaic (PV) modules". This standard covers: Amendment 1 - Terrestrial photovoltaic (PV) modules - Design qualification and type approval - Part 1-4: Special requirements for testing of thin-film Cu(In,Ga)(S,Se)2 based photovoltaic (PV) modules
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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-julij-2022
Prizemni fotonapetostni (PV) moduli - Ocena zasnove in odobritev tipa - 1-4. del:
Posebne zahteve za preskušanje fotonapetostnih modulov iz tankoslojnega Cu
(In,Ga)(S,Se)2 - Dopolnilo A1
Amendment 1 - Terrestrial photovoltaic (PV) modules - Design qualification and type
approval - Part 1-4: Special requirements for testing of thin-film Cu(In,Ga)(S,Se)2 based
photovoltaic (PV) modules
Amendement 1 - Modules photovoltaïques (PV) pour applications terrestres -
Qualification de la conception et homologation - Partie 1-4: Exigences particulières d
\'essai des modules photovoltaïques (PV) au Cu(In,Ga)(S,Se)2 à couches minces
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN IEC 61215-1-4:2021/A1:2022
ICS:
27.160 Sončna energija Solar energy engineering
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD EN IEC 61215-1-4:2021/A1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM May 2022
ICS 27.160
English Version
Terrestrial photovoltaic (PV) modules - Design qualification and
type approval - Part 1-4: Special requirements for testing of thin-
film Cu(In,GA)(S,Se)2 based photovoltaic (PV) modules
(IEC 61215-1-4:2021/AMD1:2022)
Modules photovoltaïques (PV) pour applications terrestres - Terrestrische Photovoltaik(PV)-Module - Bauarteignung und
Qualification de la conception et homologation - Partie 1-4: Bauartzulassung - Teil 1-4: Besondere Anforderungen an
Exigences particulières d'essai des modules die Prüfung von Photovoltaik(PV)-Dünnschichtmodulen aus
photovoltaïques (PV) au Cu(In,GA)(S,Se)2 à couches Cu(In,GA)(S,Se)2
minces (IEC 61215-1-4:2021/AMD1:2022)
(IEC 61215-1-4:2021/AMD1:2022)
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN IEC 61215-1-4:2021; it was approved by CENELEC on 2022-05-02. CENELEC
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this amendment the
status of a national standard without any alteration.
Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC
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This amendment exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation under the
responsibility of a CENELEC member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as
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European foreword
The text of document 82/1998/FDIS, future IEC 61215-1-4/AMD1, prepared by IEC/TC 82 "Solar
photovoltaic energy systems" was submitted to the IEC-CENELEC parallel vote and approved by
CENELEC as EN IEC 61215-1-4:2021/A1:2022.
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Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 61215-1-4:2021/AMD1:2022 was approved by CENELEC
as a European Standard without any modification.
IEC 61215-1-4 ®
Edition 2.0 2022-03
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
A MENDMENT 1
AM ENDEMENT 1
Terrestrial photovoltaic (PV) modules – Design qualification and type approval –
Part 1-4: Special requirements for testing of thin-film Cu(In,GA)(S,Se) based
photovoltaic (PV) modules
Modules photovoltaïques (PV) pour applications terrestres – Qualification de la
conception et homologation –
Partie 1-4: Exigences particulières d'essai des modules photovoltaïques (PV) au
Cu(In,GA)(S,Se) à couches minces
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Cu(In,GA)(S,Se) based photovoltaic (PV) modules
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