Measure specular, diffuse and total solar reflectance
The 410-Solar Reflectometer conforms to ASTM E903 and C1549, the standard test methods for solar reflectance measurements. Measures reflectance at near-normal incidence for seven spectral bands. The 410-Solar specifies the specular and diffuse components of the total reflectance. Choose from eight solar irradiance functions, including air mass 0, 1, 1.5, and 2.0, to calculate total solar reflectance/absorptance.
410-Vis-IR Applications
410-Solar data is valuable for the following applications:
Touchscreen User Interface
The 410-Solar touchscreen interface provides:
- Guided calibration
- Sample labeling
- Measurement data display
- Solar irradiance function selection
More Information
410-Solar |
410-Solar-i |
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Measured Data |
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Measured Parameter |
Directional hemispherical reflectance (DHR) |
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Method |
Integrated total reflectance in a band for a given angle of incidence |
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Measured Value |
Absolute reflectance (0-1), Diffuse reflectance |
Absolute reflectance (0-1) |
Calculated Value |
Total solar reflectance, solar absorptance, specular reflectance |
Total solar reflectance, solar absorptance |
Wavelength Bands (microns)1 |
335-380, 400-540, 480-600, 590-720, 700-1100, 1000-1700, 1700-2500 |
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ASTM Standards |
C1549 E1980 E903 |
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Angle of Incidence |
20° from normal incidence |
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Calibration Coupon |
Specular, Diffuse |
Glazed Ceramic |
Performance |
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Accuracy |
+/- .02 |
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Repeatability |
±.005 units |
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Beam Spot Size |
0.25 inches |
0.50 inches |
Beam Angle |
3° half cone angle |
N/A |
Measurement Time |
10 seconds |
7 seconds |
Solar Irradiance Functions |
Air Mass 0 (AM) Extraterrestrial irradiance (ASTM E490-00) |
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Sample Size & Geometry |
Flat: ≥ 0.5 in. diameter |
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Warm Up Time |
90 seconds |
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Time Between Measurements |
2 seconds |
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Sample Temperature |
Ambient or heated/cooled to 0 – 100°C |
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Operating Temp |
0° to 40°C |
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Power |
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Run Time |
2 hours on one battery. Battery easily replaced with continuous operation after battery replacement. |
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Power Source |
Rechargeable battery (standard environmentally friendly NiMH) |
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Battery Recharge Time |
1 hour |
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VIS-NIR Source |
Tungsten filament, temperature controlled by user |
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Dimensions |
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Weight |
4.7 lbs |
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Form Factor / Size |
H 11.54”, L 9.04”, W 3.27” (29.31 cm x 22.96 cm x 9.44 cm) |
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Interface |
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Operator Interface |
LCD graphics screen, 1/4 VGA, touch screen, software buttons; trigger switch in handle |
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Diagnostics |
On screen status and signals monitor. Signal values stored with data. Raw data collection and display. |
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Miscellaneous |
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Data Format |
Data files can be opened and post processed with Excel or a text processor |
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Data Storage |
Removable SanDisk (SD) card |
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Export Control |
ECCN #3A999.F |
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1 Spectral bands customization is available if a specific spectral band is of interest.
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