RENEWABLE ENERGY LAB SETUP

1. Photovoltaic Structure for Micro Plant Bench

Educational Objectives:

• Understand photovoltaic panel connectivity: series vs parallel.
• Form a generation field with multiple structures.
• Determine optimum tilt/exposure angle for maximum power output.

Equipment Description:

• Photovoltaic Structures: 2 Nos.
  • Panel Rating: 12V, 75W
  • 6 photovoltaic cells per panel
  • MC4 connector-based connections
  • Can be swiveled to find best sunlight exposure
• Coupling Box: Connects panels via 10 m cable to indoor main conversion case
• Connection Options: Series / Parallel configuration for electrical learning

2. Conversion Case for Micro-Plant Bench

Educational Objectives:

• Understand components of a PV generation chain in off-grid systems.
• Learn about battery charge/discharge cycles.
• Perform measurements at various points in the energy chain.

Equipment Description:

• Regulator
• 12V DC Battery
• Inverter (12V DC to 230V AC)
• Two Selectable 230V AC Loads (6W/11W LED lamps)
• Measurement Points (ammeters and voltmeters)
• DC Load Terminals

3. Hybrid Solar Home System

Educational Objectives:

• Understand working principles and sizing based on household requirements.
• Install, operate, and maintain hybrid home systems.
• Troubleshoot typical hybrid solar issues.
• Battery maintenance and system diagnostics.

Equipment Description:

• Solar Panel: 12V, 105 Wp – 4 Nos.
• Module Mounting Structure
• Hybrid Inverter – 850 VA, 12V
• Battery – 12V, 100Ah
• Trolley for Inverter
• Battery Connectors – Ring lugs
• DC Loads:
  • LED Lamp 12V, 2.5W
  • DC Fan 12V, 15W
  • DC Television 12V, 20W
• AC Loads:
  • CFL / LED Bulb – 230V, 11W / 9W
  • AC LED Television – 230V, 55W
• AC DB with MCB (230V, 16A, 2P, C-curve)
• Switchboards – 3-Module (16A) & 6-Module (6A)
• Connecting Wires, PVC Pipe Fittings, Nuts & Bolts

4. Solar AC Micro Grid System

Educational Objectives:

• Understand design, operation, and maintenance of microgrids.
• Size systems for village-level electrification.
• Perform diagnostics and manage faults in off-grid rural systems.

Equipment Description:

• Solar Panels: 24V, 325 Wp – 6 Nos.
• Module Mounting Structure
• Centralized Generation and Storage
• Microgrid Junction Box with:
  • Busbars
  • 2P DC MCB (32A)
• MPPT Charge Controller – XW MPPT 60 150
• 12V, 200Ah Lead Acid Battery
• Battery Connectors – Ring Lugs
• Inverter – SW 4024-230
• System Control Panel
• Xanbus Cable with Terminator
• Distribution Boxes:
  • AC DB with 2P MCB (30A)
  • Pole Junction Box with 2P AC MCB (25A)
  • Additional MCB – 6A, 2P
• AC Loads:
  • CFL Lamp – 12W
  • LED Lamp – 9W
  • AC Fan
  • AC Television – 70W
• Lamp Holders, Switchboards
• Cables & Accessories (poles, fittings, clamps)

5. Solar Water Pumping System

Educational Objectives:

• Understand solar-powered pumping principles and component functionality.
• Size and configure systems based on customer water needs.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot solar water pumping solutions.

Equipment Description:

• Solar Panels: 12V, 165 Wp – 16 Nos.
• Module Mounting Structure
• VFD – ATV 312 Solar, 1.5kW / 2 HP, 200V
• Pump – 2 HP, Single Phase, 200V
• Solar Drive Enclosure
• Inlet and Outlet Water Tanks – 100 Ltrs each
• Switchboard – 3 Module, 16A
• AC MCB with Distribution Box – 230V, 15A, 2P
• Accessories:
  • Water Level Sensor
  • Metal Stand
  • Water Tanks
  • Foot Valve
  • CPVC Pipes and Fittings
  • MT Couplers
  • Connecting Wires

Documentation & Certification Support

Each setup is supported with:

• Printed + Digital Documentation