How To Test Voltage On A Solar Panel With Multimeter

You want to choose a voltage range capable of displaying the maximum possible voltage of the panel in open circuit this means that if you have a panel rated for 20 volts you should set the multi meter.

How to test voltage on a solar panel with multimeter.

Some exceptions may apply based on panel type. Switched multimeter this type of multimeter manually switches between the ranges to get the most accurate reading. Simply touch the solar panel leads with the multi meter probes matching their corresponding polarity red to red black to black. Open circuit voltage can vary depending on your solar panel but the readings we are usually looking for are in the range of 15 to 23v.

For example if your solar panel is 20 volts rated your digital multimeter should be set to a reading of 200 volts for an accurate reading. A multimeter is a device that you can use to test the voltage and current of any device. To test a 18v solar panel voltage output directly put your solar panel in direct sunlight set your multi meter to the dc volts setting.