Photovoltaic Solar Panel
Photovoltaic
(PV) panels convert sunlight directly into electricity. PV technology is the
ultimate source of electric power for
the 21st century, utilizing a clean
renewable source. The system consists of a PV array (solar panel),
generating DC
electricity, an inverter which converts the DC to standard AC electricity,
compatible with the electrical grid and capable of powering electrical devices.
How does a solar cell work?
A solar cell is a solid state device that converts sunlight directly to
electricity.
The cells can be wired in series or parallel to achieve various
electrical voltages and currents.
A typical single crystalline cell produces
about 0.5 volts, and about 3 to 5 amperes.
What is a solar module?
A solar module is made up solar cells laminated to glass and usually framed with
aluminum.
Interconnect wires or junction boxes allow one to connect the (+) or
(-) of the module to adjacent
modules or an electrical load. Solar modules
produce direct current electricity.
What is a solar panel?
Photovoltaic panels include one or more PV modules assembled
as a pre-wired, field-installable unit.
What is a solar array?
A photovoltaic array is the complete power-generating unit,
consisting of any
number of solar modules and panels.
We have several panels available for sale through our website. They vary in size and power.
