How do you measure how much ampere the solar panel put out

[mrel]

Hello
How to measure how much ampere the solar panel put out that is the question.
Have two 100 watts solar panel connected in parallel,the way i been measuring the ampere output is to get three 12 volts 1157 bulbs connected in parallel and connect ampere meter in series with the solar panel .
Is there better way to measure ampere out put of solar panel.
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[timselectric]

Use a clamp meter, while the panels are connected to your system.

 

[littleharbor2]

Most digital multi meters can only measure up to 10 amps. Clamp meters can measure up to 600 amps or more. They are very easy and safe to use by clipping over a single wire in the circuit. You can meter output from a single panel, a whole array, dc current from batteries to inverter, etc. It really is one of the most important tools to have with electrical systems. Very important to get an ac/dc capable clamp meter. some are only ac rated.

 

[Don B. Cilly]

You don't need the bulbs. You can short-circuit them.
And your normal ammeter is quite good enough (with the lead connected to the proper socket) to measure current on such small panels.
Just measure one at a time.
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