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Solar panel cleaning
Many solar panels around the world are used to generate solar energy. However, without proper care and maintenance solar panels can become dirty and damaged, which reduces their efficiency in generating power. Solar panel cleaning is a process that reduces the amount of dirt on solar panels by using different tools like chemicals or brushes with wire bristles. This blog post will discuss everything you need to know about solar panel cleaning! This process not only helps solar panels work more efficiently, but it also reduces the amount of money spent on energy.
Beneficial effects of solar panel cleaning
Solar panel cleaning can increase solar power production by as much as 30%. This is because a clean solar panel reflects light better than a dirty one does and therefore produces more power from that reflected light. There are other benefits of having your solar panels cleaned such as increased solar panel efficiency and solar power production, reduced energy costs due to higher solar output, increased system life as panels are less likely to break if they’re clean.
Another benefit of solar panel cleaning is the reduction in dirt buildup on the solar cells which can reduce performance over time.
There’s also the benefit of solar panel cleaning in regards to reducing dirt buildup on solar cells – which can reduce performance over time
Steps used by our professionals in solar panel cleaning
It’s important to note that solar panels cannot be washed with water or soap – this will lead to corrosion and other damage which could reduce their efficiency even further! Solar panels must be cleaned using specialized chemicals such as solvents, detergents, encapsulants, varnishes etc., in order for them not to corrode over time. It may sound like solar panel cleaning is more work than it’s worth, but solar panels are much less likely to break if they’re clean.
A breakdown of the steps is as follows:
Solar Panel Inspection
With solar panel inspection, we can find out the condition of solar panels
Solar Module Washing Process
Solar modules are washed one at a time in an enclosed system with soap or detergent that’s been diluted by water
Solar Panel Cleaning with Solvents & Detergents
This step is vital in order to remove oils, dusts, dirt etc. from solar panels; as well as any other contaminant that might be present on them
Rinsing Process
Once each solar module has been cleaned, they’re then drained dry so no residual liquid remains on their surface – otherwise it will interfere with light transmission when exposed to sunrays.
Solar Cell Encapsulation
A layer of plastic is applied over each individual solar cell – this will protect it against corrosion caused by environmental elements such as humidity or pollution (i.e., dirt particles)
Solar Panel Surface Cleaning
Solar panels have a reflective coating on the front and back surfaces – this is what captures sunlight! In order for these coatings to work properly; dirt particles and other contaminants (i.e., dust) need to be removed from both sides of the solar panel
Solar Protective Coating Application
Silicon based products are used for this purpose which seal off the cells from moisture and water while preventing light reflection – meaning more power efficiency! These apply easier if they’re cooler because heat makes solar cells brittle, which can cause them to crack
Different tools used by professionals in solar panel cleaning
Brushes & Sponges
For removing dust, wiping off contaminants, or applying detergents; brushes with a soft bristles will not scratch glass surfaces like steel wool pads would.
Vacuums
Must be powerful enough that air movement does not dislodge any debris from surface areas being cleaned! A wet/dry vacuum may have an advantage because you won’t need to constantly stop and unclog it.
Washing Liquids
Solar panel cleaners are typically diluted in water and sprayed on the surface, which then needs to be wiped off;
Acids & Bases
Acids or bases can also be used for stubborn stains. Alcohols should not be used because they could cause corrosion of solar panels!