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PV Module Testing and Certification

VDE: Your one-stop-shop for PV module testing and certification

VDE offers comprehensive testing and certification solutions for photovoltaic (PV) modules. Through our in-depth expertise in the latest standards and state-of-the-art technological developments, we can check and confirm the safety and reliability of your PV modules. We can test in our laboratories in North America, Europe and Asia. 

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Why PV module testing and certification?

  • “VDE Seal” fulfills your PV modules’ market entry requirements into Europe and other international locations
  • To demonstrate the safety and reliability of PV modules in operations
  • To minimize risks for both the manufacturer and end user
  • Neutral testing by a third party fulfills the market requirements

Our track record

  • Certifier for half of top 10 PV module manufacturers
  • Evaluated over 2.8 GW of PV modules for buyers

VDE offers testing and certification according to

  • VDE, EN, IEC and UL standards
  1. Photovoltaic modules (crystalline silicon, thin-film)
  2. Mounting systems
  3. Junction boxes
  • Environmental testing (salt-mist and ammoniac)
  • Certification for internationally recognized VDE marks

Value-added services beyond international testing and certification

Find out more about our services for PV modules

VDE Quality Tested PV Modules (English)

Fraunhofer ISE, VDE Renewables
Publishing date: 2018-05-03
PDF: 387 KB

VDE Quality Tested PV Modules (German)

Fraunhofer ISE, VDE Renewables
Publishing date: 2018-05-03
PDF: 390 KB

VDE Quality Tested PV Modules (Chinese)

Fraunhofer ISE, VDE Renewables
Publishing date: 2018-05-03
PDF: 1.5 MB
Munich Re-VDE PV warranty insurance - QT flyer

Munich Re-VDE PV insurance and certification

Publishing date: 2020-03-02
PDF: 150 KB
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