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Why test for Extended Bankability with us?

TÜV Rheinland certification for Extended Bankability

TÜV Rheinland provides solutions to your business challenges. We will support you in identifying multiple market problems and provide solutions:

  • The 2 PfG 2940/11.24: Extended Bankability is a test specification, developed by TÜV Rheinland, based on IEC TS 63209-1,
  • It is designed to distinguish between various types of PV modules based on their potential to generate revenue at a PV power plant.
  • The test protocol consists of seven (7) mandatory test sequences, which assess the reliability of PV-modules and one (1) optional which is assessing the Energy Yield performance of a PV-module.
  • Certified PV-modules receive a test mark and their names are listed in TÜV Rheinland website.
  • It possesses synergy and can be upgraded to Quality Controlled where both production line monitoring and supply chain audits take place as well.
  • Lead time: 6 months

Discover why industry-leading manufacturers trust us for their Extended Bankability needs. Read our customer testimonials at the success stories tab to see how we have earned their trust and helped them overcome their business challenges.

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Market Problems

  • Manufacturers wait long time for completing the testing
  • Multiple labs and no single point contact, which is recognized globally
  • No appropriate testing schemes to assess long-term PV-module reliability

TÜV Rheinland Solution

  • Improved lead time
  • Single Touch Point: Testing done through the labs worldwide for a wide portfolio
  • Bankability program based on IEC extended stress testing, IEC TS 63209-1

Targets and Benefits

  • Access to labs in the US, Germany, China, and India
  • Integrated testing (Audits, Ongoing and Extended Reliability Testing)
  • TÜV Rheinland decades of experience in testing and standardization development.

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