Basic Solar Panel Parts And Components

Originally patented as the “solar battery”, solar cells, much like a battery, produce DC voltage. Solar cells are constructed similar to integrated circuits with a silicon substrate and a dopant. When sunlight strikes the cell, excited electrons cause current flow. Cells are grouped together and a tempered glass is applied to the front, a backing plate to the rear, and an aluminium frame encloses the edge for support and mounting.
Solar modules are built to withstand the harshest environments. Since there are no moving parts, they require vitrtually no maintenance. In most cases, New England rains will keep your modules clean. Our modules are American-made and are backed by a 25 year warranty.

Inverters convert DC current from the solar modules into household quality AC current for the grid. Today’s inverters produce sine waves that match or exceed the quality of the power from the local utility.

• 96%+ Efficiency for all models
• Minimum 10 year warranty
• Additional 10 year warranty extension option available
• Microinverters include a 25 year warranty