Technology Advantages
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Signet Solar's thin-film technology offers a unique combination of cost reduction through high efficiency a-Si technology and large form factor modules.
Harvest more energy …. Up to 15% higher output (kWh/kWp) compared to c-Si modules
- Signet Solar modules generate 5 – 10% higher output in hot climates. Output from c-Si modules degrade 2X faster than a-Si modules with increase in temperature
- A 5 – 7% increased output in diffuse light conditions due to superior absorption of blue light by a-Si modules. Blue light is particularly dominant in early morning and late evenings.
- An additional advantage of 3 – 4% due to reduced Light Induced Degradation (LID) in hot climates
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Lower operations and maintenance cost
- Frameless panels less prone to dirt, dust and even snow buildup
- Lower component count reduces failure points and improves system reliability
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Maximize available rooftop or land space
- Signet panels more tolerant of sub-optimum tilt angle
- Install panels at near flat tilt (5o) equating to 30% less space usage
- No need to reserve large row spacing due to tilt shading
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Superior aesthetics, customizable sizes
- Ideal for BIPV and parking lot applications
... and how does Signet compare to other thin-film technologies?
- Lower BOS Costs
- Largest panels in the world at 5.7m2
- Less wiring, framing, and labor costs
- Higher reliability resulting from less installation time and effort
- Fewer panels required for same energy output
- Proven Technology Platform Improves Bankability
- Availability of reliable harvesting data to justify our energy output claims
- Signet's key banking relationships and can provide professionals to coordinate debt funding requirements
- Absence of toxic materials alleviates environmental concerns
- Residual Value passed through to owner, as no recycling is necessary
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