AIKO Launches Fourth-Generation Back-Contact Solar Panels in Australia
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A solar technology company, AIKO, has brought its fourth generation of back-contact solar panels to Australia. The new range is designed for both households and larger projects, and the company says it wants to offer more power from the same roof or site.
For homes, the Gen 4 panels can produce 500 watts. They are available in an all-black style, which many homeowners prefer for its modern look. The panels come in two designs: dual-glass and mono-glass. Dual-glass panels have a layer of glass on both the front and the back, while mono-glass panels have glass only on the front.
For commercial and utility projects, the company has also introduced products for larger buildings and power stations. These projects usually need panels that produce a lot of electricity over a small area. Back-contact technology, where the electrical connections are placed on the back of the cell instead of the front, helps to reduce the shading that blocks sunlight. This design can help panels generate more energy over their working life.
Australia has one of the highest rates of rooftop solar installation in the world, so new products like these may be of interest to many households and businesses. Further details about pricing and availability in Australia were not included in the original report.
Sources: PV Tech
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