Solar panel question
I didn't want to hijack another thread so figured I'd post a new one. I see where there is differences in the output of one kind of panel from another kind when partly shaded. My question is, what ...
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Keith,
Kyocera is about as good as it gets, their frames are very strong. Your question pertains to the way solar panels work in general. It is my understanding that all of the individuals panels that make up the entire panel must be in the sun for maximum output. If some of the small panels are shaded, they actually act like a sponge and take away from the output of the rest. I installed my panels 6 inches off of the rood surface so that nothing on the coach roof could shade the panels.
Kyocera is about as good as it gets, their frames are very strong. Your question pertains to the way solar panels work in general. It is my understanding that all of the individuals panels that make up the entire panel must be in the sun for maximum output. If some of the small panels are shaded, they actually act like a sponge and take away from the output of the rest. I installed my panels 6 inches off of the rood surface so that nothing on the coach roof could shade the panels.
