The BS EN 12977 is a European Standard series that covers various requirements of thermal solar systems and components. Custom-built systems.
BS EN 12977-5 is one of the parts of the series that specifies performance test methods for control equipment. BS EN 12977-5 specifies requirements on the accuracy, durability, and reliability of control equipment.
The BS EN 12977-5 tests are restricted to electrically activated components delivered with or for the system by the final provider. Controller and control equipment for solar heating systems and auxiliary heaters in accordance with BS EN 12977-5.
The purpose of BS EN 12977-5 is to define how to check that a controller is behaving as it is intended when in combination with associated equipment.
BS EN 12977-5 on thermal solar systems and components is applicable to:
A solar thermal system works by capturing the sun's energy and converting it to heat, which is then transmitted to your home or company.
BS EN 12977-5 assists you in validating control algorithms and determining control settings in conjunction with sensor accuracy. The calculated parameters may be used for numerical system simulations in addition to evaluating the operation of a controller, its equipment, and actuators.
If you are a manufacturer or designer of thermal custom-built solar systems and components. adopting requirements and methods of testing in accordance with BS EN 12977-5 can enable you to build high-quality and durable thermal custom-built solar systems that meet the safety requirements.
The best industry guidance in BS EN 12977-5 can assist you in achieving the reliability of thermal solar system control equipment and components that provide excellent performance and accuracy in thermal solar energy production.
EN 12977-5:2018