Product Type: Backsheet
Material: FR4 S1000-2
Application: Photovoltaic
Layer: 16 layers PCB
Thickness: 5.0mm
Surface Finished: Immersion gold
Line width/spacing: 5/5mil
Minimum hole diameter: 0.3mm
Technical features: oversized backsheet, back-drilling technology, blind-embedded hole technology, high thickness-to-diameter ratio, stepped groove
What is Photovoltaic Backsheet PCB ?
A photovoltaic backsheet PCB, also known as a solar backsheet or PV backsheet, is a specialized printed circuit board (PCB) used in the construction of photovoltaic (PV) solar panels or modules.
The backsheet serves as the outermost rear layer of a solar panel, providing electrical insulation, mechanical protection, and environmental barrier properties. It plays a crucial role in ensuring the long-term durability and performance of the solar module.
Here are some key characteristics and functions of a photovoltaic backsheet PCB:
- Electrical insulation: The backsheet acts as an insulating layer, preventing electrical contact between the solar cells and the external environment, such as the mounting structure or frame.
- Environmental protection: The backsheet protects the solar cells and internal components of the module from environmental factors like moisture, ultraviolet (UV) radiation, temperature extremes, and mechanical stress.
- Structural support: The backsheet provides structural support and rigidity to the solar panel, helping to maintain the integrity of the module during installation and operation.
- Electrical routing: In some cases, the backsheet PCB may incorporate conductive traces or circuitry for routing electrical connections or integrating bypass diodes or other components.
- Material composition: Photovoltaic backsheets are typically multilayer constructions made of various materials, such as polyvinyl fluoride (PVF), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), or other polymer films, combined with layers of insulating materials and adhesives.
- Durability: Backsheets are designed to withstand harsh outdoor conditions, including temperature cycling, humidity, and UV exposure, over the expected 25-30 year lifespan of a solar panel.
- Appearance: The backsheet can also contribute to the aesthetic appearance of the solar module, as it is visible from the rear side.