by Ann Withanee — February 25, 2011—Honeywell Electronic Materials has expanded its line of SOLARC anti-reflective coating materials to include a new formulation that allows for easier application and less material usage, according to the company.
The new product, called Honeywell SOLARC RPV, is specifically designed to be applied through single-sided roller coating application, which is easier and allows panel manufacturers to use less material than alternative coating methods, says Honeywell.
SOLARC materials are based on advanced materials used in semiconductor manufacturing. They are transparent coatings that improve the light transmittance through the glass that covers photovoltaic, or PV, panels, thus increasing the PV module efficiency and power output. These coatings also significantly reduce glare from the glass, allowing the PV panel to better blend with its surroundings.
The release of this newest SOLARC coating further broadens Honeywell’s portfolio of materials for the PV industry, which already includes backing sheet laminates, solar-grade electronic chemicals, solder-coated copper ribbon, and precision thermocouples. Honeywell Electronic Materials is also a leader in chemicals and materials for semiconductor manufacturing.
For more information, see the Honeywell Web site.
