Taypes of Solar Panels

 

Taypes of Solar Panels

There are two main types of solar panel cells: polycrystalline and monocrystalline. 

1: Polycrystalline Solar Panels

Polycrystalline types of solar panels were developed first. These cells can be recognized within a solar panel for their rectangular shape, created when silicon is melted and poured into a mold. The industry manufactures polycrystalline solar very effectively, as little silicon is wasted in the process. This contributes to the competitive pricing of installing polycrystalline solar panels or even solar leasing costs

 But polycrystalline cells are not as heat tolerant or efficient as the monocrystalline cells More specifically, they don’t make as much electricity from the sun that shines on them. This can affect things like the amount of electricity you can sell from solar energy.

            2:   Monocrystalline Solar Panels

Monocrystalline solar panel cells tend to achieve higher levels of efficiency because they are made of more pure silicon. Their cylindrical shape also helps these cells achieve higher efficiency. To make them, solar manufacturers carve silicon ingot into wafers. In the process, they smooth and round the cell edges. Because their form and content helps them produce more electricity, you need fewer of them.

But monocrystalline cells also cost more to manufacture than polycrystalline solar panels, so they are more expensive to purchase. On the other hand, they tend to last longer, and they often come with long warranties. Both of the aforementioned types of solar panels can be installed on your roof or by installing solar panel mounts in a designated area of your land.