Intersolar Europe 2010
SCHOTT Solar has its hopes riding on high-quality solutions
in the areas of photovoltaic and solar thermal power plants
· New MONO series of modules for higher yields, even on top of
roofs with small surface areas
· Direct evaporation receivers increase the efficiency of
Fresnel collector systems
· Other exhibition highlights: the roof-integrated InDaX series
and elegant ASI thin-film modules
Mainz/Munich, June 9, 2010 – SCHOTT Solar AG will be presenting a wide variety of new
products at the industry trade fair Intersolar in Munich (Neue Messe München).
At its booth 110 in hall B6, the company will be introducing, among other
things, a new high-performance monocrystalline module that is capable of
achieving surface area efficiency of up to 14.5 percent and therefore offers
the ideal prerequisites for use on roofs with smaller surfaces. SCHOTT Solar
has also developed vacuum-insulated receivers that feature a unique coating
that increases the efficiency of solar thermal power plants that use Fresnel
technology. These too will be on display at the company’s booth. In addition,
SCHOTT Solar will be presenting its new series of InDaX 225 modules and ASI
thin-film modules, as well as a variety of other new developments in the area
of solar cell and module technology.
“SCHOTT Solar will be showing
revolutionary new developments in both the areas of photovoltaics and receivers
for solar thermal power plants,” notes Dr. Martin Heming, Chief Executive
Officer (CEO) of SCHOTT Solar AG, and adds: “As always, we subjected all of
these new products to our rigid testing and control procedures that are twice
as strict as the IEC standard requires. With its high standards for quality and
innovative solutions, SCHOTT Solar is once again underscoring its role as a
leading manufacturer of solar technology.”
New MONO module series
SCHOTT Solar will be enhancing its
product line in the high-performance segment by introducing the elegant new
MONO module series that relies on monocrystalline cells. With cell efficiency
of over 17.5 percent, this module achieves efficiency of up to 14.5 percent.
Nevertheless, the dark mono cells in combination with the black aluminum frame
are not only a real-eye catcher. Because the module frame does not contain a
hollow chamber, this helps to ensure a high degree of torsional rigidity and
thus allows it to withstand the elements extremely well. The new series of
modules is particularly well-suited for use on smaller roof surfaces, due to
the fact that it generates high annual yields, even when hardly any space is
available – and comes with a 25-year manufacturer’s guarantee. The new SCHOTT
MONO modules are available in three different versions of 180 to 190 watts of
nominal output and offer the same high reliable output and positive output
tolerance that customers are used to receiving.
Direct evaporation receiver for Fresnel technology
SCHOTT Solar also relies on the
highest possible quality in manufacturing solar thermal power plant components.
Here, the company’s recent decision to expand its expertise in the area of
Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) to include Fresnel technology is only the latest
example. These collector systems on the basis of direct generation of steam
reach temperatures that exceed 450 °C. Thanks to a unique new coating, the
vacuum-insulated receivers from SCHOTT Solar are particularly well-suited for
this high temperature range. This allows for the efficiency of solar thermal
power plants that use Fresnel technology to be increased quite significantly.
Powerful and stable modules
SCHOTT Solar will also be using
Intersolar as the industry’s leading international exhibition to present new
concepts in the area of cell and module development to professional circles.
These will also include the InDaX
225 series of modules. This represents an environmentally friendly alternative
to conventional rooftop models, especially in new buildings and in renovating
existing roofs, because it is used in place of the usual roofing tiles to
provide a fully functional roof. Each InDaX module supplies solar energy with a
nominal output of more than 200 watts and does without an elaborate
substructure. At the same time, they protect the modules that have been
integrated into the roof from strong winds and adverse weather conditions.
Attractive in every respect
The ASI thin-film modules also
look very impressive, thanks to their black frames and homogeneous surfaces.
With nominal output of more than 100 watts, they also guarantee high yields
even with diffuse light or with roofs that doesn’t face in exactly the right
direction. With 17 volts of module output voltage and system voltage that can
accommodate up to 1000 volts, these thin-film modules can be connected very
quickly without incurring high expenses. In addition, SCHOTT ASI modules also
offer high resistance to temperatures and difficult weather conditions, even
under extreme conditions.
Technical data at a glance
SCHOTT MONO 190
· Nominal output: 190 Wp
· Voltage at nominal output: 36.4 V
· Maximum system voltage: 1000 V
· Weight: 15.5 kg
· Dimensions: 1620 x 810 mm
· Frame height: max. 50 mm
· Connections: IP65 socket with 3 bypass diodes, solar cable
with Tyco socket connectors
SCHOTT MONO 185
· Nominal output: 185 Wp
· Voltage at nominal output: 36.3 V
· Maximum system voltage: 1000 V
· Weight: 15.5 kg
· Dimensions: 1620 x 810 mm
· Frame height: max. 50 mm
· Connections: IP65 socket with 3 bypass diodes, solar cable
with Tyco socket connectors
SCHOTT MONO 180
· Nominal output: 180 Wp
· Voltage at nominal output: 36.2 V
· Maximum system voltage: 1000 V
· Weight: 15.5 kg
· Dimensions: 1620 x 810 mm
· Frame height: max. 50 mm
· Connections: IP65 socket with 3 bypass diodes, solar cable
with Tyco socket connectors
SCHOTT InDaX 214
· Nominal output: 214 Wp
· Voltage at nominal output: 29.5 V
· Maximum system voltage: 1000 V
· Weight: 24 kg
· Dimensions: 1768 x 1000 mm
· Frame height: max. 75 mm
· Connections: IP65 socket with 3 bypass diodes, solar cable
with Tyco socket connectors
SCHOTT InDaX 225
· Nominal output: 225 Wp
· Voltage at nominal output: 29.8 V
· Maximum system voltage: 1000 V
· Weight: 24 kg
· Dimensions: 1768 x 1000 mm
· Frame height: max. 75 mm
· Connections: IP65 socket with 3 bypass diodes, solar cable
with Tyco socket connectors
SCHOTT ASI 103
· Nominal output: 103 Wp
· Voltage at nominal output: 17.6 V
· Maximum system voltage: 1000 V
· Weight: 18 kg
· Dimensions: 1108 x 1308 mm
· Frame height: 50 mm
· Connections: Tyco socket with a bypass diode, Tyco socket
connectors
