Solar · Photovoltaics (PV)
Photovoltaic (PV) Cell
The basic semiconductor device that converts sunlight directly into direct-current electricity via the photovoltaic effect. Cells are wired in series and laminated together to form a module.
Common uses
Building block of every solar panel; rooftop and ground-mount PV systems
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