WHO MAKES THE BEST PERSONAL PANELS?
WHO MAKES THE BEST PERSONAL PANELS?
It can be difficult for anyone to decide who makes the best panels. This is especially true with all the new solar companies.
We present the top considerations when evaluating solar panels' quality and share some recent findings from third-party review sites.
EVALUATION EXAMINATION CRITERIA
There are several ways to determine the quality of solar cells:
- Efficiency and yield
- Guarantee
- Durability
- Aesthetics
- Sustainability
EFFICIENCY, YIELD
Efficiency refers to the amount of power generated when there is enough sunlight to absorb it. For example, if a solar panel is rated at monocrystalline Silicon is most efficient.
Other materials, like the panel's copper-backed foundation, the type of glass used for the front, and interconnects between cells, can also make a big difference. Panels with a copper backing foundation are less likely to be broken than panels with thin metal ribbons at their front.
Most standard efficiency solar panels are between 15% and 20% efficiency. Trina Solar is the global leader in standard efficiency panels. JinkoSolar and Canadian Solar also make them. Mission Solar makes U.S. standard-efficiency solar panels.
However, solar cells have a limit on their potential efficiency. Different areas of the country have different solar radiation levels. The roof pitch angle, azimuth, direction that your panels face, as well as temperature, can all impact the efficiency. Inverter efficiency, length, voltage limits, as well as the type of cable, can all lead to additional energy losses.
These performance measures will directly affect how much power your system can produce per watt. The lifetime of your panels will see the highest return on your investment if you have the most current energy efficiency information.
WARRANTY
Both the expected lifetime of equipment (as well as the time that a company will guarantee its performance) are closely related. Consider these three factors when evaluating a warranty from a solar manufacturer:
- Equipment Check the warranty for performance or materials. Be sure to find out if you have any different guarantees on the monitor, inverter, or other equipment.
- Find out about the warranty services offered. It is important to fully understand the process for filing a claim. You also need to assess whether the company will make it simple for you to repair, replace, or get reimbursement for defective parts.
- Longevity Your warranty is only as good or as reliable as the company that issued it. You may lose coverage if your solar company closes down before the term ends. Be sure that you have confidence in the manufacturer's availability for the duration of the warranty.
TIPS ON SHOPPING FOR SOLAR
KNOW WHAT ARE YOU GETTING
Before installing solar panels on your home, check with your local solar provider to find out what brand they sell. Ask for information about the manufacturer, make, and model of the solar panels and any warranties attached to each component of your system.
DON'T READ THEM'S WORDS.
Get independent reviews and test results that compare the durability and performance of solar panel panels. For a first-hand assessment, you should search for as many reviews as possible online.
TRUST YOUR GUT
The best solar panel are those that suit your needs. Everyone has a different level of quality and price, as well as a different time frame for achieving the desired financial return.
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