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Semi-Flexible Solar Technology

semi-flexible solar panel on a trailer reefer unit

PowerFilm uses high-efficiency Maxeon solar cells to better serve permanent and semi-permanent applications where power density, ruggedness, and cost are critical requirements. For more on why Maxeon’s rugged cell design delivers unmatched reliability in check out our deep dive into Maxeon solar cells

 

Custom shapes and sizes range from 20-165W of solar. Panels can be connected in parallel to quickly create 1kW+ portable solar arrays. 

 

With integrated charge controllers available, PowerFilm’s semi-flexible crystalline solutions can connect directly to 12V, 24V, and other battery systems. 

 

Features

 

High Power Density

  • 22% Efficient Maxeon solar cells

Customization

  • Power: 20-165W per panel

  • Size: Custom Cell Layouts and Panel Shapes Available

Cost-Effective

  • Lower price per watt than thin-film material

Integrated Charge Controller

  • 12V and 24V lead-acid Battery Systems

Heat Dissipation

  • Copper Backplane Dissipates heat more effectively than standard c-Si PV cells. 

Durability

  • Weather and UV Proof

  • MIL-STD-810-G

Semi-Flexibility

  • With our custom fiberglass backing panels can be flexed to a 3’ diameter with no risk of degradation

 

Applications

 

Transportation

The combination of ruggedness, power density, and cost make this technology well suited for trucking, rail, and vehicle applications.  

  • Refrigeration Units

  • Telematics sensors and Gateways

  • Lift Gates

  • Trickle Chargers

  • Auxiliary Power Units

 

Boating/Marine

The rugged weather seal of PowerFilm’s semi-flexible crystalline solutions makes them ideal for holding up to the extreme elements of a marine environment.

  • Battery Trickle Chargers

  • Trolling Motors

  • Boat Lifts

  • Dock Lights

  • Auxiliary Power

 

RV and Vehicle Charging

With a lightweight fiberglass substrate, this technology is lighter and easier to install than traditional rigid frame solar. 

 

Portable Power

PowerFilm’s crystalline technology can be designed in portable, compact configurations, ideal for higher power mobile applications.

  • Portable Base Power

  • Man-Portable Power