US IEC 61646: 2008, Thin-film terrestrial photovoltaic (PV) modules — Design qualification and type approval

This Uganda Standard lays down requirements for the design qualification and type approval of terrestrial, thin-film photovoltaic modules suitable for long term operation in general open-air climates as defined in IEC 60721-2-1. This standard is intended to apply to all terrestrial flat plate module materials not covered by US IEC 61215. (This Uganda Standard cancels and replaces US 553:2005, Thin film terrestrial PV (PV) modules – design qualification and type approval, which has been republished).

Source of regulation

The Uganda National Bureau of standards 

Publication of regulation

Uganda Gazette Vol. CV No. 54 of 25th October 2013 

Date of implementation

25 October 2013 

Regulation file