A photovoltaic cell is an electrical device that converts sunlight into electricity. This conversion occurs through a process called the photovoltaic effect, in which photons of sunlight strike the semiconductor material of the cell, generating a stream of electrons that constitute an electric current.
MULTICRYSTALLINE
Multicrystalline photovoltaic cells, also often called polycrystalline cells, are one of the most common types of solar cells used in photovoltaic modules. These cells were developed to reduce manufacturing costs compared to monocrystalline cells and to offer a cheaper alternative but with lower efficiencies typically not exceeding 19% and are available in sizes of 157 mm and 158.75 mm
125mm MONOCRYSTALLINE
125mm (or also called “5-inch”) monocrystalline photovoltaic cells are a type of solar cell now with an obsolete size; they are still used for the production of small photovoltaic modules, often for stand-alone applications.
G1 MONOCRYSTALLINE
G1 monocrystalline cells feature a standard size of 158.75 millimeters and are square in shape like all G-series cells. Monocrystalline cells are renowned for their high efficiency, thanks to the possibility of using technologies such as PERC and TOPCon, which allow them to reach levels ranging from 21% to 24.50%.
M6 MONOCRYSTALLINE
M6 monocrystalline photovoltaic cells are a specific type of solar cell that represents an evolution of monocrystalline cell size. The abbreviation “M6” refers to the size of the cell, which is 166 mm on a side with a pseudo-squared shape (rounded corners) like all those in the M series. The size evolution was introduced to increase the efficiency and reduce the production cost of PV modules. They are available with PERC, TOPCon and HJT technology.
M10 MONOCRYSTALLINE
M10 monocrystalline photovoltaic cells are a specific type of solar cell that represents a further evolution of monocrystalline cell dimensions. The abbreviation “M10” refers to the size of the cell, which is 182 mm on a side with a pseudo-squared shape (rounded corners) like all those in the M series. New 183.75 x 182 mm variants are recently on the market. Available with PERC, TOPCon, and HJT technology, which enable efficiency levels ranging from 21 percent to 25.50 percent.
G12 MONOCRYSTALLINE
G12 monocrystalline photovoltaic cells are yet another type of solar cell that represents the latest evolution in monocrystalline cell size. The abbreviation “G12” refers to the size of the cell, which is 210 mm on the side fully squared typical of the G series. Mostly used for large modules, they are available with PERC, TOPCon and HJT technology that enable efficiency levels between 21% and 25.50%.
CUSTOM SIZE
All cells distributed by Lux can be supplied in different sizes than the “standard” ones. Different shapes and sizes can be used for special applications or in the production of custom-designed modules. Cell sizes vary according to customer requirements. Colored cells, used in the production of modules suitable for architectural integration, are also available.