Photovoltaic (PV)

Outputs ranging from 185 Wp to 220 Wp

State of the art technology at work

Over 10 million square feet
collector surface area produced in 2008

The technology behind it is actually quite simple:

• Electricity is generated by solar cells whose primary component is a semiconductor, generally silicon.
• Electrons freed by the interaction of sunlight with the semiconductor material are captured in an electric DC current.
• They work as long as the sun is shining. The more intense the sunlight, the greater their output.
• Multiple PV cells are connected to form a PV module which is the smallest component sold commercially.
• Modules range in output from 10 to 300 watts.
• Modules are connected to an inverter which converts the DC (direct) current to AC (alternating) current for everyday use.
  
  

A PV system can also be tied to the utility grid. Optional batteries provide energy storage or backup power.

There are three basic types of solar cells with different degrees of efficiency:

• Monocrystalline Silicon 14 – 17%,
• Polycrystalline Silicon 13 – 15% and
• Amorphous Silicon 5 – 7%

KIOTO PV modules are manufactured using the most sophisticated components available. These cells show excellent behavior under low lighting conditions. KIOTO’s KPV ME EC monocrystalline solar modules come in three versions producing 210 Mp, 215 Mp and 220 Mp.