Sharp Solar
Sharp Introduces New Generation of Thin Film Solar Cells in U.S.
Electronics Corporation has announced that it will shortly introduce a
new generation of thin film solar cells in the U.S. market. This development will allow the company to supply product for
multi-megawatt, utility-scale projects that are best served by a thin
film solution. To handle production of the new line, Sharp will
construct new manufacturing facilities at its Katsuragi plant in Japan.
Thin
film modules are manufactured with less than 1% of the silicon used for
crystalline solar cells, lowering production costs. To optimize
conversion of different parts of the solar spectrum, thin films can be
layered on top of each other to create a more efficient multi-junction
product. PV modules built from the second-generation cells will
feature a 9% module conversion efficiency and high 128W power output.
Thin film is the preferred technology for multi-megawatt projects, offering
lower installed cost per megawatt and more megawatt-hours per installed
megawatt than crystalline solar cells, particularly in hot climates.
Since it is not as compact as the crystalline technology, it is also an
optimal choice for installations where there is ample land for the
system.
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