Martifer Solar revealed that its PV modules, which use Saint-Gobain Solar’s SolarBond InFrame technology, have passed the set criteria for IEC61215 acceptance, which regulates the safety performance of crystalline silicon terrestrial PV modules. SolarBond is a single component reactive compound, which applied warm fills the aluminum channel completely in order to cut down the risk of water collection in a frame’s corners.
TÜV Rheinland imposed the IEC 61215 standard mandating that all new solar modules must meet the criteria. Testing for qualification includes visual and hot spot diagnostics, insulation inspection, electrical component wet-leakage resistance and performance measurements under different temperate coefficients and environmental conditions.
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“We are proud to announce that our SolarBond InFrame module framing solution has met the industry standards in a commercial application with the conventional four-piece frame,” said Geoffrey King, market manager, renewable energy, Saint-Gobain Solar. “By enabling access to Saint-Gobain’s innovative alternative to silicone sealants with both frame designs, we hope to help more manufacturers take the next steps towards realizing the future of module making.”
