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Data for photovoltaic–thermal (PVT) collectors

Extends from Modelica.Icons.MaterialPropertiesPackage.

Information

This package contains both thermal and electrical performance data records for photovoltaic–thermal (PVT) collectors. All parameters are openly available from datasheets and certificates. Thermal performance data, structured according to the ISO 9806:2017 quasi-dynamic test method, can be found in rating databases such as:

Electrical performance parameters and system loss factors are typically published in the commercial PV module datasheet provided by the manufacturer.

PVT collector types are categorized as follows:

  • U: Uncovered PVT collectors, subdivided into:
    • UI: Uncovered PVT collectors with rear insulation
    • UN: Uncovered PVT collectors without rear insulation
  • C: Covered (glazed or polymer) PVT collectors
  • X: Concentrating PVT collectors

All record names should begin with one of the above abbreviations to indicate the collector classification.

To ensure compatibility with all commercially tested PVT collectors, this package also provides a standard‑to‑standard conversion tool that converts thermal parameters from ISO 9806:2013 and ISO 9806:2025 into the ISO 9806:2017 quasi-dynamic format used throughout IDEAS. The conversion is implemented in an easy‑to‑use Excel file located at:
IDEAS.Resources.Data.Fluid.PVTCollectors.

Contents

NameDescription
GenericGeneric data record for PVT collector models
CoveredPerformance data for covered PVT collectors
UncoveredPerformance data for uncovered (WISC) PVT collectors