Polycrystalline Solar Panels (Poly-SI)
Polycrystalline Solar Panels (Poly-SI) You can quickly distinguish these panels because this type of solar panels has squares, its angles are not cut, and it has a blue, speckled look . They are made by melting raw silicon , which is a faster and cheaper process than that used for monocrystalline panels. This leads to a lower final price but also lower efficiency (around 15%) , lower space efficiency, and a shorter lifespan since they are affected by hot temperatures to a greater degree. However, the differences between mono- and polycrystalline types of solar panels are not so significant and the choice will strongly depend on your specific situation. The first option offers a slightly higher space efficiency at a slightly higher price but power outputs are basically the same.