Description
BOM-TS-485 – Back of Module Temperature Sensor
The BOM-TS-485 is an accurate and reliable back of module temperature sensor. Designed to specifically measure the temperature of the rear of photovoltaic solar panels, the BOM-TS-485 provides key insights into panel performance.
As a PV panel’s efficiency is affected by temperature, measuring and understanding this information helps form a greater understanding of your panel’s performance. The PT1000 Class B sensor (EN 60751) can be easily installed on the back of solar panels. Once installed the sensor will measure the temperature of the surface of the panel, using the RS-485 Modbus communications this data is then transmitted to your datalogger or SCADA.
Ideal for all sizes of PV solar installations from small rooftop to utility-scale solar farms.
Solar Panel Temperature Sensor Technical Data
GENERAL INFORMATION
Sensor Type – PT1000 1/3 Class B as per EN 60751, for flat surfaces (back side of solar
panel)
Measuring Range – -20 to +80°C
Accuracy – ± 0.1 ⁰C
Power Supply – 12…34 V AC/DC
Sensor Housing – Plastic housing with aluminum plate, H x W x L: 12 mm x 50 mm x 50 mm
Dimensions – H x W x L: 44 mm x 69 mm x 75 mm
Protection – IP65
Cable – 3 m or 5 m PUR Cable, UV and weather-resistant
Protocol – Connected via 2-wire RS485 bus with Modbus RTU protocol
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Brown – Power (+)
White – Power (-)
Green – RS485 Data (+) / A
Yellow – RS485 Data (-) / B
MODBUS SPECIFICATIONS
Baud Rate – 1200, 2400, 9600, 19200, 38400
Parity – No, even, odd
Stop Bit – 1, 2 (only at no parity)
Factory Default – 9600 Baud, 8N1, address: 1
