Monocrystalline Photovoltaic Electric Solar Panel

Monocrystalline photovoltaic electric solar energy panels have been the preferred choice for many years, and are among the oldest, most efficient, and most dependable of technologies. If you've ever seen black or iridescent blue panels on a roof or powering a device, they were probably monocrystalline panels. Each module is made from a single silicon crystal, and is more efficient, though more expensive, than the newer and cheaper polycrystalline types. Monocrystalline panels are generally considered the workhorses of the solar power market, and most people will choose monocrystalline panels due to their easy availability. The panels are easily identifiable, made up of uniformly stacked rounded cells. Because they're made from just one crystal, not multiple crystals fused together, the process of making them is one of the most complex and costly ones around. That means every panel will cost more, However, that increased cost is buying additional efficiency, meaning one panel will produce more power than lower priced options. If space is a concern (which it often is with solar panels), monocrystalline will be the best type to use. More wattage per square foot can be delivered with these panels. The average 175 watt panel is about 1600mm in length, 840mm in width, a little over an 50mm high, and weighs approx 15Kg, with an aluminum frame. The lifespan of a monocrystalline cell is a minimum of twenty-five years and can be more than fifty, making them a worthwhile investment for long term use. High annual yields even with sub-optimal levels of sunlight Excels in performance even in weak light conditions, Requires less roof space for a given power output Very slow degradation, generally losing 0.25 - 0.5% per year. That means longer lasting free power