How do solar panels work?

How do solar panels work?

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Published Jul 17, 2024
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The magic ingredient: The photovoltaic cell

Each solar panel is made up of numerous photovoltaic (PV) cells. These cells are constructed from a special material, typically silicon, that reacts to sunlight. Here's the science behind it:

  1. Sun Shower: When sunlight hits the PV cell, it carries tiny packets of energy called photons.
  2. Electrons on the Move: These photons bump into the atoms in the silicon, dislodging electrons and creating an electrical field.
  3. Current Flow: The dislodged electrons flow through the cell, generating a direct current (DC) electricity.
  4. Ready for Your Home: An inverter then converts this DC electricity into usable alternating current (AC) electricity, the kind that powers your home appliances.

Multiplying the Power:

A single PV cell only produces a small amount of electricity. That's why solar panels are made up of many interconnected cells, significantly boosting the overall power output.

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Skyhook Solar offers a variety of solar panel solutions to fit your needs. Contact us today to learn how you can convert sunlight into savings and join the clean energy revolution!

Katarina Ivkovic

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2mo

It’s cool to see how sunlight gets converted into electricity through PV cells! The way multiple cells work together to boost power output makes a lot of sense. If anyone’s thinking about going solar, understanding how it works definitely helps appreciate its value.

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