Solar panels is the most important part of the solar system as it captures the sun energy and convert it back to electrical energy when placed under the sun.

Types of Solar Panels

There are mainly 3 types of panels:

1. Monocrystalline - Produced from a single silicon ingot. Use widely in the present. More efficient and less space taking. Long life span of 25 years or more.

2. Polycrystalline - Manufactured from a block of multi-crystalline silicon. More common now due to the material source. Slightly less efficient than monocrystalline module. Have the same life span.

3. Thin Film - New technology applying silicon on glass or stainless steel. Can be used to build the building exterior and roof top. Less efficient compare in area but work better in dim light condition thus generate 20% more power.

Nevertheless, the solar panel sells on the basis of the power that it can produce. The solar panel is tested at a optimum light condition and get the output power (rated power). Regardless of the size of the panel, the customer will pay for the value of the output power (W) at $ per W.

Monocrystalline Solar Panels

Polycrystalline Solar Panels

Amorphous (Thin Film) Solar Panels