CIGS thin-film specialist, Solarion has started production of a foil-backed flexible thin-film module with ratings of between 65 and 80 Watt.
Leipzig, Germany-based Solarion deposits Copper-Indium-Gallium-di-Selenide (CIGS) material using a patented ion beam-assisted CIGS absorber deposition in a roll-to-roll process that enables a range of CIGS related PV products.
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The new SOL90AL fexible foil-backed module has sheet metal that extends beyond the solar laminate on two sides that enable simple fastening methods to be used and eliminating the need for racking systems or bonding to a roof structure.
A newly-designed UV-resistant junction box is mounted to the front-side of the module for ease of stringing, though the company noted that a rear-side junction box mounting may be available upon request.
