PV Gap

Marion Said:

Is it possible to convert solar panels that were for heating water to being able to produce electricity?

We Answered:

No

Panels that are designed for heating water only have a collecting surface that is coated with a non-reflecting layer so that the maximum heat is absorbed

Panels designed for producing electricity are covered with silicon photovoltaic cells

Rodney Said:

What is a solar heating panel?

We Answered:

Sunbeam consists of heat and light. In term of efficiency solar heating panels work better than photovoltaic panels. There is no energy conversion made in solar heating panel, it just uses the heat from the sun directly to heat up the medium. This is different from photovoltaic / solar cells where the sun energy (light) has to to be converted into electricity first. To have a better idea you could visit http://solarcost.org/solar-heating-panel…


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