Atomfair-SPCE-729 Silicon Solar Cell and Photoresistor Comprehensive Experiment Instrument
Product Basic Information
Product Name: Silicon Solar Cell and Photoresistor Comprehensive Experiment Instrument
Product Type: Optoelectronic Device Characteristics Experiment Instrument
Product Overview
Atomfair-SPCE-729 is specially designed for in-depth understanding and familiarity with silicon solar cells and photoresistors. Focusing on core technical issues related to these optoelectronic devices, it enables systematic research on multiple basic characteristics of both silicon solar cells and photoresistors, while covering the exploration of their simple applications. This instrument provides comprehensive support for experimental teaching and scientific research in the field of optoelectronic devices, making it an ideal tool for educational institutions, research laboratories, and professionals engaged in optoelectronic technology research.
Experiment Contents
1. Silicon Solar Cell Basic Characteristics Test Experiments
- Short-Circuit Current Test
- Open-Circuit Voltage Test
- Volt-Ampere Characteristic Test
- Photoelectric Characteristic Test
- Power and Load Characteristic Test
- Time Response Characteristic Test
- Spectral Characteristic Test
2. Photoresistor Basic Characteristics Experiments
- Working Principle and Structure Cognition Experiment
- Dark Resistance and Dark Current Test
- Bright Resistance and Bright Current Test
- Photocurrent Volt-Ampere Characteristic Test
- Photoelectric Characteristic Test
- Time Response Characteristic Test
- Spectral Characteristic Test
Basic Configuration and Parameters
1. Instrument Host
| Components | Specifications & Parameters |
|---|---|
| External Characteristics | Host case size: 514×314×140mm; Weight: ≤4Kg |
| Voltmeter | 1. Measurement range: 0~200mV, 0~2V, 0~20V, 0~200V (four gears, freely switchable); 2. Measurement accuracy: 0.2%; 3. Display: 3.5-digit |
| Ammeter | 1. Measurement range: 0~200μA, 0~2mA, 0~20mA, 0~200mA (four gears, freely switchable); 2. Measurement accuracy: 0.2%; 3. Display: 3.5-digit |
| Silicon Solar Cell | 1. Photosensitive area: 5×5mm; Response wavelength: 320-1100nm; Peak wavelength: 880nm; 2. Open-circuit voltage: 300mV; Short-circuit current: 15mA; Dark current: 5×10⁻¹¹A; Junction capacitance: 4000pF; Response time: 11s |
2. Light Source
- White Light: Brightness 1000-2500mcd
- Red Light: Wavelength 625nm-630nm
- Orange Light: Wavelength 600nm-605nm
- Yellow Light: Wavelength 585nm-590nm
- Green Light: Wavelength 515nm-520nm
- Blue Light: Wavelength 460nm-465nm
- Violet Light: Wavelength 400nm-405nm
3. Illuminance Meter
- Resolution: 0.1lx
- Measurement range: 200lx, 2000lx, 20000lx, 50000lx (freely switchable)
- Display: 1999-digit digital LCD screen with low battery indicator
- Reading rules: Under 2000lx range, reading ×10; Under 50000lx range, reading ×100
- Measurement accuracy: ±5% rdg ±10dts when ≤10,000lx; ±10% rdg ±10dts when >10,000lx (calibrated under 2856K white light)
- Size: 65×188×25mm
- Sampling rate: 1.5 times/second
- Linearity: ±2%
Notes
The above configurations and parameters are for reference only. Please refer to the product packing list for the actual specifications. Minor changes may be made without prior notice. Atomfair is committed to providing high-quality experimental instruments and reliable technical support for your research and teaching needs.
If you’re interested, have any questions, or have specific customization requirements, please feel free to contact us at inquiry@atomfair.com.
This document defines calibration and measurement-interpretation constraints for the Atomfair-SPCE-729 optoelectronic device experiment instrument. Adherence to these constraints is required to obtain valid photometric and electrical measurements during silicon solar cell and photoresistor experiments.
- Illuminance Calibration Constraint: Confirm that illuminance readings rely on calibration under a 2856 K white-light source before comparing absolute photometric values.
- Range Reading Constraint: Apply the range-specific multiplication factor whenever measurements are taken on the 2000 lx or 50000 lx scales.
- Spectral Test Constraint: Use the discrete wavelength light sources listed for spectral characteristic measurements instead of broad-band illumination when evaluating wavelength response.
How does the 11-second response time of the silicon solar cell in the Atomfair-SPCE-729 affect its suitability for transient photocurrent measurements?
The silicon solar cell has a specified response time of 11 seconds, which is extremely slow for typical photovoltaic applications. This makes the instrument unsuitable for measuring fast transient effects; it is designed for steady-state or slowly varying illumination conditions. The cell's large junction capacitance of 4000 pF contributes to this slow response.
Are the monochromatic LED light sources in the Atomfair-SPCE-729 compatible with the spectral response range of the included silicon solar cell?
Yes. The silicon solar cell responds to wavelengths from 320 to 1100 nm, while the instrument provides LEDs at 400–405 nm (violet), 460–465 nm (blue), 515–520 nm (green), 585–590 nm (yellow), 600–605 nm (orange), and 625–630 nm (red). All these wavelengths fall within the cell's response range, enabling spectral characteristic testing.
How should the illuminance meter's range settings and correction factors be applied when measuring the white light source in this instrument?
The illuminance meter has four manually switchable ranges: 200 lx, 2000 lx, 20000 lx, and 50000 lx. For the 2000 lx range, readings must be multiplied by 10; for the 50000 lx range, multiplied by 100. Accuracy is ±5% rdg ±10 dts below 10000 lx and ±10% rdg ±10 dts above 10000 lx, calibrated under 2856 K white light. This ensures correct absolute illuminance measurement of the white LED source (1000–2500 mcd).
The Atomfair-SPCE-729 integrates a silicon solar cell and photoresistor test platform with a multi-wavelength LED light source and a calibrated illuminance meter, enabling comprehensive characterization of short-circuit current, open-circuit voltage, I-V curves, spectral response, and time response within a single benchtop instrument.
Positive
- Multi-wavelength spectral characterization: The instrument provides seven discrete LED wavelengths from 400-630 nm, enabling spectral response testing of both the silicon solar cell and photoresistor without external monochromators or filters.
- Integrated measurement suite: Built-in voltmeter and ammeter with four switchable ranges (0-200V, 0-200mA) and 0.2% accuracy allow direct I-V, power, and load characteristic measurements, eliminating the need for separate lab instruments.
Trade-offs
- Slow device response times: The silicon solar cell has an 11-second response time, and the photoresistor's time response is not specified, limiting the instrument's suitability for high-speed transient or frequency-domain measurements.
- Illuminance meter calibration constraints: The illuminance meter is calibrated under 2856K white light, so measurements under other light sources (e.g., monochromatic LEDs) may carry additional uncertainty, and accuracy degrades above 10,000 lx.
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