Final Report: Comparison of the Modes and Mechanisms of Degradation of Experimental C-Si PV Modules with Various Encapsulants

Report Number

FSEC-CR-2016-16

Keywords

PV Modules; Encapsulants; Durability testing; Solar energy; Climate impact

Abstract

Seven modules with different encapsulants, provided by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), were installed at the Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC) outdoor test facility for long-term durability testing in the hot and humid climate of Florida. Along with the modules, NREL also provided corresponding load resistors, junction boxes, and module connections. The modules were installed at latitude tilt, on a south facing rack on March 20, 2014.

Date Published

2-8-2016

Identifiers

130

Subjects

Photovoltaic cells; Materials--Testing; Climatic changes--Research; Renewable energy sources--Research

Local Subjects

PV Modules

Collection

FSEC Energy Research Center® Collection

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