4thD Solar
Why does 4thD Solar exclusively use Merlin Solar panels? The reason why is through data that we have collected and data that other labs have collected the Merlin Solar panels consistently outperformed all other panels on the market.
We are not the only ones saying it. Just ask Google. They trust the Merlin cells to power their satellites in space. You want to talk about harsh environments then that is space. Each satellite orbits the Earth 15 times a day and is subject to -185°C to +185°C temperature swings. The Merlin panels were designed to handle not only the harshness of space but also almost anything us terrestrial beings can throw at it.
Merlin Technology Advantage
At the core of Merlin’s patented technology is an innovative pair of metal grids that serve as intra-cell and inter-cell interconnects. This interconnect system not only enables us to extract more power compared to standard solar panels, it dramatically improves the reliability performance and ruggedness of the solar panels. Our panels have the proven performance and reliability of c-Si solar cells as well as the ease of deployment of thin film solar panels.
Merlin uses the same copper and solder as any bus bar in the industry, but by using 20 redundant lines and 2,000+ interconnects, the benefits to the reliability and current collection are immense.
- Substantial increases in output over competitive solar systems in real world conditions
- Superior performance under all light conditions including low sun angle and shade
- Delivers maximum possible power throughout the day, all year long
- Continually subjected to rigorous environmental & accelerated lifecycle testing
- Adhesive rated to withstand a minimum of 150 mph wind
- Designed to withstand harsh environments, truck washes etc.
- Our ETFE layer is resistant to soiling requiring less cleaning etc.
- Delivers 20% more energy in real world conditions
- Rugged: “Redundancy by design” delivers fail safe operation