Completed metamorphosis
Solar modules are concluding their development towards a freely designable building material. The design of this building material starts with the vision of the overall project. Three steps lead from the central idea to the solar module.
1. The grid defines the shape, size and power of the solar modules
Rectangles, triangles, polygons, circles, curves, cut-outs: the free choice of the solar modules’ geometries is the starting point for the design. The measurements range from 200 x 300 mm to 2400 x 4150 mm. Glass thicknesses of 2-12 mm per pane can be processed. Cost advantages are achieved by using the standard size of 1669 x 999 x 8 mm. The degree of hardening (TVG, ESG) can be chosen freely.
Special shapes
2. The appearance determines the surface of the solar modules
The full spectrum of the material «glass» is available for the design. Structures and finishes of surfaces are possible, along with the targeted use of reflections. The solar glasses «Fjord» and «Crystal» are the basis of most integrated solar modules, due to their subtle structuring and highest efficiency. This structuring ensures a high light transmission and minimal glare.
A Mountain Lake
B Frost
C Fjord
D Crystal
E Glacier
F Creek
G Stream
H Wave
K Ice Diamond
L Ripple
M Ice Molecule
O Seaside
3. The character results from the colours and their intensity
Fine Line
The classical pinstriped look allows accents with the help of technology. This design option is the most efficient both in terms of performance and costs.
Totally Black
By hiding the busbars (cell contacts), a discrete, completely black surface is created. The technology thus only becomes apparent at second glance.
Translucent
Solar modules with translucent cell spacing for open structures. The degree of light transmission and output performance can be balanced by adapting the cell spacing.
Fine Art
Colour: The colour of the solar modules is open. It is possible to design with light pastel tones, as well as with rich earthy tones. Three sources can be used for the choice of colour:
- SOLARCOLOR colour chart (time and cost-efficient)
- NCS colour chart (wide colour spectrum)
- Individual colour development (completely open)
High colour intensities (opacity) make the cell structure disappear, keeping the solar secret of the building envelope. Light intensities, on the other hand, allow a technoid impression and performance up to 95% of a conventional solar module (up to 200 Wp/m2).
On solarcolor.ch, it is possible to create and order individual samples. The SOLARCOLOR colour chart is also available at solarcolor.ch.
Upgrade ZeroReflect
The acceptance of solar installations among the population is very high. It is reinforced constantly with new types of designs and unrestricted individualisation options. ZeroReflect is a surface developed in the Megasol design laboratory that is glare- and reflection-free – regardless of the installation situation, angle or time of day.
It is used for particularly high demands in terms of «glare-free» solar modules. These include special installation situations, sensitive, subjective perception or regulatory restrictions (e.g. traffic junctions).
«Creek Granite Grey» with ZeroReflect
