Comparison of 12 month kWh/kWp energy output testing of two different crystalline silicon cell technologies with annual sales of over 20 MWp

This study compares the energy output of two types of crystalline silicon modules on continuous outdoor testing with the projected performance from RRC calculations based on a detailed characterisation of the test modules. Both module types, made using screen printed grid and laser grooved buried gr...

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Main Authors: Mason, N.B., Bruton, T.M.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Circuit testing
Crystallization
Manufacturing
Marketing and sales
Monitoring
Niobium
Photovoltaic systems
Power measurement
Silicon
Temperature
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Summary:This study compares the energy output of two types of crystalline silicon modules on continuous outdoor testing with the projected performance from RRC calculations based on a detailed characterisation of the test modules. Both module types, made using screen printed grid and laser grooved buried grid cells, gave high specific annual DC energy output exceeding 1000 kWh/kWp at the test site in Kassel, Germany (1155 kWh/m/sup 2/ insolation). Good agreement between calculated RRC values and outdoor measurement is reported. Temperature coefficients of Pmax from continuous outdoor measurement are compared to values from indoor characterisation.
ISSN:0160-8371
DOI:10.1109/PVSC.2000.916173