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What material is used for thin-film solar panels?

Cadmium telluride (CdTe) is the most popular material for manufacturers of thin-film solar panels. Using the EnergySage Marketplace, you can choose from various solar panel installers who can work with different types of thin-film and regular panels. What are thin-film solar panels?

What is a thin-film solar panel?

Thin-film modules use one of the following four technologies: cadmium telluride (CdTe), amorphous silicon (a-Si), copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS), and organic photovoltaic cells (OPV). They use less material than traditional panels, including toxic materials & their construction makes them highly bendable and less susceptible to cracks.

What is the efficiency of thin-film solar panels?

The overall efficiency of this solar power technology is in the range of 6% to 18%. However, there are wide variations in the actual efficiency ranges offered by thin-film solar modules based on the photovoltaic material used. Here is what each type of semiconductor offers:

How much do thin-film solar panels cost?

Thin-film solar panels cost an average of $0.50 to $1 per watt for the materials. For example, an average thin-film system would consist of ten panels. The total cost of these panels including materials and installation averages between $2,000 and $8,800, depending on the thin-film technology you use and how many you install.

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