Electroluminescence/Photoluminescence

TravEL-Spot

Electroluminescence Imaging of modules, in the field and indoors 

The TravEL-Spot is a flexible system that can be quickly set up in the field or other temporary testing location with an optional wide-angle lens for On Module Imaging

Test with Tripod
on Ground

Or Test with Tripod on Panel

Specifications

Camera:

  • Resolution: 24.3 MP
  •  Memory Card: 64 GB
  • Lens: 35 mm
  • Filters: 1000 nm long pass
  • Power Supply:
  • Input Voltage Range: 100-120V AC 60 Hz or 220-240V AC 50 Hz
  • Output: Up to 15A, 60V DC Custom high-voltage power supplies available
  • MC4 Cables: 5m or desired length
  •  Laptop Computer:
  •  Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS
  •  Storage: 512 GB
  •  Screen Size: 16 in.

Tripod:

  •  Height: 2.4 m
  •  Extension: 0.4 m
  •  Barcode Scanner: 1D & 2D (QR code)

Total System Weight:

  •  Standard Configuration: 25 kg
  •  With OMI Package: 27 kg

Test During Day or Night​

Advanced filtering and control of the power supply from IMPEL allow the capture of multiple images to eliminate the sunlight noise from the images. This flexibility can extend the workday, reduce setup complexity and reduce testing costs.

Daytime EL is definitely a win! It adds value to my business by expanding where and when we can perform EL testing, and this help me to win more testing contracts.

– Beryl Weinschenker, Founder & CEO.

High-Resolution Imaging

BrightSpot integrates hardware components with its IMPEL software for device control as well as image capture and processing. Recipes make it easy to replicate camera and power supply parameters as well as image contrast enhancement and cropping

Components

Mount TravEL-Spot on its tripod in the standard configuration, or opt for the On-Module-Imaging package to mount directly on panels.

Full-Frame sensor camera for wide FOV with IR

Windows laptop with
IMPEL Software

Tripod with extension & stabilization weight bag

OPTIONAL: On-Module-Imaging (OMI) package

Mount TravEL-Spot on its tripod in the standard configuration, or opt for the On-Module-Imaging package to mount directly on panels.

TravEL-Spot Includes
  • Full-Frame sensor camera for wide field of view and high resolution, modified for sensitivity to IR wavelengths
  • Camera memory card, batteries, power and data cables
  • Programmable EL power supply, controlled by system software. Includes power cables to PV module – ring terminal to MC4
  • Tripod with extension and tripod stabilization weight bag
  • IMPEL software on a Windows laptop
  • No-charge software upgrades and usage assistance for two years
  • Wireless barcode scanner
  • UV flashlight kit
  • Rugged hard case with custom foam insert to carry all components for travel
  • Training includes manual and videos, plus a no-charge online training session
  • OPTIONAL: On-Module Imaging (OMI) package – 15 mm wide-angle lens, tripod
    stabilization arms, tripod leg bracket
    (secure to module frame)

Defects Seen in EL Imaging

L can reveal a wide range of defects.

potential-induced degradation (PID​

Hail
Damage

Inactive Cracked Segments

Drag Marks From Handling

Dendritic Cracking From Hail

Busbar/Wire
Defect

IMPEL Software

Unified platform for EL

BrightSpot integrates hardware components with its IMPEL software for device control as well as image capture and processing. Recipes make it easy to replicate steps such as camera focusing routines, contrast adjustment, perspective correction, and image cropping.

EL imaging is no longer exclusive to nighttime hours.

IMPEL’s background subtraction feature now facilitates daytime EL images.

Our Latest Publications

The latest publications and technical outputs from BrightSpot Automation

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