What equipment is needed for illuminated I-V measurements of a solar cell?

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Illuminated I-V measurements of solar cells require specific equipment for accurate data collection. Essential tools include a light source of variable intensity, two multimeters (one for current and one for voltage), a variable resistor, and an irradiance meter. The light source allows for controlled illumination, while the multimeters facilitate precise measurements of the current and voltage outputs. The variable resistor enables adjustments to the circuit, affecting the I-V curve during testing.

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What equipment is needed for illuminated I-V measurements of a solar cell?

light source, 2 multimeters
light source, 2 multimeters, variable resistor, voltage source
light source of variable intensity, 2 multimeters, irradiance meter
Light source, 2 multimeters, variable resistor
PV analyser

I assume we obviously need a light source, 2 multimeters (one for current measurement and one for voltage measurement) and a variable resistor. As we move the variable resistor the I-V curve will change.

I got asked this question a while ago, and completed some illuminated I-V measurements, but I forgot what equipment I used and I can't find anything online at the moment.
 
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I assume we obviously need a light source, 2 multimeters (one for current measurement and one for voltage measurement) and a variable resistor. As we move the variable resistor the I-V curve will change.
That works.
 

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