Hail Impact Testing Machine – IEC 61215 Photovoltaic Module Hail Test Equipment

Hail Impact Testing Machine – IEC 61215 Photovoltaic Module Impact Test System

The Hail Impact Testing Machine is a professional, high-precision mechanical impact test system manufactured by KingPo. It is specifically engineered to evaluate the hail resistance and structural integrity of crystalline silicon and thin-film photovoltaic modules by accurately simulating real-world hail events under the strict requirements of IEC 61215, IEC 61646 and UL 1703. Using a compressed-air-driven launcher, the system propels standardized ice balls at precisely controlled velocities (23.0 m/s, 27.2 m/s and 30.7 m/s) to replicate the kinetic energy and impact forces of natural hail, enabling comprehensive assessment of glass fracture, encapsulation integrity, frame deformation and overall module durability.

Why This Hail Impact Testing Machine Meets the Needs of OEMs and Certification Laboratories？

For solar module manufacturers and accredited testing laboratories, the critical requirement is repeatable, traceable and standards-compliant hail impact testing that accurately simulates real-world extreme weather events. This machine meets these demands with its compressed-air launcher delivering precise velocities (23.0–30.7 m/s), infrared velocity verification (±5%), and servo-driven X-Y positioning (±1 mm repeatability). It supports full-size module testing up to 2000 × 1000 mm while providing automated test sequences and detailed data logging, enabling high-throughput validation, reduced field-failure risk and faster certification for global solar markets.

KingPo Factory Advantages

KingPo is an ISO 9001 and CE certified manufacturer specializing in photovoltaic and environmental testing equipment. Since 2017, we have delivered over 50 hail impact testing machines to leading solar module manufacturers, certification laboratories and renewable energy research centers across Asia and Europe. Every system undergoes rigorous factory calibration and is supplied with comprehensive documentation, on-site installation guidance, a full one-year warranty and lifetime technical support from our Dongguan facility.

Professional Construction & Technical Precision

Key features include:

• Compressed-air launcher (6–8 bar) with 940 mm barrel for consistent ice-ball propulsion
• Infrared velocity sensor system providing real-time speed verification (±5% accuracy)
• High-precision servo-driven X-Y positioning (X 2100 mm / Y 1000 mm, ≤1 mm repeatability)
• Precision CNC ice-ball molds (25 mm / 35 mm / 45 mm) with controlled weight and dimensional tolerance
• PC-based control software for automatic positioning, test sequencing and data recording
• Robust frame designed for full-module testing up to 2000 × 1000 mm impact area

These technical elements ensure high accuracy, excellent repeatability and full compliance with IEC 61215, IEC 61646 and UL 1703 requirements.

Technical Parameters

Core Test Parameters

The Hail Impact Testing Machine supports critical stages in product development and quality assurance. Solar engineers use it to validate module glass strength and encapsulation under simulated hail conditions. Certification laboratories rely on its precise velocity control and repeatable positioning to generate traceable data for IEC 61215, IEC 61646 and UL 1703 compliance. Production teams perform batch verification to prevent field failures caused by hail damage. The equipment also enables failure analysis by replicating exact impact energies, helping manufacturers identify and eliminate design weaknesses early.

IEC 61215 Hail Impact Testing Machine

Procurement Benefits

Integrated compressed-air launcher, infrared velocity verification and servo-driven positioning deliver consistent, repeatable results with minimal operator intervention. Robust industrial-grade construction ensures long-term reliability and low maintenance costs. This Hail Impact Testing Machine strengthens photovoltaic module hail resistance validation and minimizes quality risks, ultimately reducing warranty claims and accelerating time-to-market for durable solar products. Contact us today for your quote – we will respond within 24 hours with detailed technical specifications and pricing.

Hail Impact Testing Machine Applications

• Crystalline Silicon & Thin-Film Photovoltaic Modules – Hail impact resistance verification per IEC 61215
• Solar Panel Manufacturers – Full-module durability testing under controlled ice-ball impact
• Certification Laboratories – Traceable compliance testing for IEC 61646 and UL 1703
• R&D and Engineering Teams – Optimization of glass thickness, encapsulation materials and frame design
• Quality Assurance Departments – Batch inspection and structural integrity validation of production modules