Canadian Solar plans to introduce a new, groundbreaking Diamond module at the upcoming Solar Power International (SPI) exhibition, 2014.
The Diamond module, also known as double glass module, valued for 1500V systems, utilizes heat-strengthened glass instead of the traditional polymer backsheet.
It is Potential Induced Degradation (PID) free with anti-PID cells and compressed material. These modules do not need grounding, as there is no metal module frame thereby eliminating the necessity of PID.
In addition, it can withstand tough environmental conditions and the module’s increased resistance to salt corrosion translates into a more robust and reliable solution for waterside photovoltaic installation.
Moreover, it reduces Balance of System (BOS) costs by increasing modules in a string and decreasing the number of combiners, cables, and other system parts. The glass-on-glass cell condensation feature prevents moisture permeability, enhancing the performance.
For the first year, annual power degradation is 2.5 percent with a 0.5 percent increase every year afterwards. At the 25th year, the module output is maintained at 85 percent against the present rate of 80 percent.
Canadian Solar is committed to provide high-performance solar modules to meet the diversified needs of global customers. This Diamond Module will be officially launched in 2015 that enhances customers’ return on investment by decreasing system costs while improving energy yield, commented, Shawn Qu, chairman, CEO, Canadian Solar.
Besides, Canadian Solar will display string inverters and installation modules also.