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4 FAQs about Are double-glass components transparent

Are all glass-glass modules the same?

Catastrophic module failures have also been observed by DuPont in the field, with modules bowing and eventually cracking and breaking into pieces under their own weight. However, not all glass-glass modules are created equal.

What is a dual glass module?

Our dual glass modules use the same internal circuit connection as a traditional glass-backsheet module but feature heat-strengthened glass on both sides. We produce the back glass with a unique drilling technique that ensures the reliability of both the junction box installation and the module.

Is a transparent backsheet better than a glass backsheet?

At present, DuPont says that its transparent backsheet is competitive with a glass backsheet on cost, and almost identical from a total cost of ownership (TCO) perspective. However, DuPont's inspection program lead Choudhury reports that a transparent backsheet requires “a higher level of technical complexity [than a white backsheet].

What are the advantages and disadvantages of glass-glass modules?

Some key advantages of the glass-glass structure are: Glass-glass modules can also be frameless, which helps eliminate the cost of an extruded aluminum frame. However, glass-glass models with frames have a lower risk of breakage. As a result, most glass-glass modules come with frames in place.

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