What should I ask a solar met station provider before buying?
Ask which monitoring class the package meets, which sensors and calibration it includes, how it is maintained, and how data reaches your systems. Get answers in writing and compare the same items across providers.
Comparison checklist
| Topic | Ask |
|---|---|
| Compliance | Which edition and class of IEC 61724-1 does the package meet, and what documentation supports it? |
| Sensors | Which irradiance sensors, temperature probes and anemometer are included? |
| Calibration | How often, by whom, and at what cost? |
| Soiling | Is soiling measurement included? |
| Dew and frost | How is it handled for the irradiance sensors? |
| Maintenance | What does the site team have to do, and how often? |
| Data | Which protocols, loggers and platforms integrate? |
| Power and comms | What does the station need on site? |
| Support | Who services it, and what is the response time? |
| Contract | Term, renewals, warranty, exit |
Ask every provider the same list and keep the answers in one table so you can compare like with like.
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