Cutting-edge solar panels are the heart of any solar system

Solar panels

We’ve scoured the world to find the best, most cutting-edge solar panels available.

What are solar panels?

Solar panels are the heart of any solar energy system. Using high-tech solar cells constructed from a semiconducting material (usually silicon) and mounted on an appropriate roof, they convert the light from the sun into electricity to power a home or business.

Types of solar panels

There are dozens of different manufacturers of solar panels across the globe, all with slightly different processes and materials. Generally, however, solar panels fall into three distinct categories:

  • Monocrystalline
  • Polycrystalline
  • Thin-film

Monocrystalline and polycrystalline solar panels have cells made from silicon wafers, assembled into rows and columns to form a rectangular panel, which is then covered in protective glass. Thin-film solar panels are typically made instead from more flexible materials.

How to choose the best solar panel

With so many different options for solar panels on the market, choosing the right panels to add to your system can be daunting. That’s why we’ve done the work for you.

At ZEN Energy, we choose to only use LONGi monocrystalline solar panels, as these have been shown to have the best efficiency and durability for the end user while still retaining great value.

LONGi has led the solar PV industry to new heights with product innovations and optimised power-cost ratio with breakthrough monocrystalline technologies. LONGi supplies more than 30GW of high-efficiency solar wafers and modules worldwide annually, which is roughly a quarter of global market demand.

LONGi is recognised as the world’s most valuable solar technology company, with the highest market value. Innovation and sustainable development are two of LONGi’s core values.

Key highlights include:

Established in 2000
$4.76 billion in revenue
9.1 GW shipped
Power through blackouts
Proposed capacity of 8GW in solar cell and 30GW in solar panels
Production facilities in China, India and Malaysia

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We’re proud to partner with LONGi not just for their fantastic products, but also for their core values of innovation and sustainable development: they are easily one of if not the best solar panel producers on the market.

Cost of solar panels

The overall costs of solar panels will vary depending on a variety of factors, including:

Your energy demands
Your current solar system
Your roofing situation

For more information and a no-obligation quote, get in touch with the team at ZEN Energy below.

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Frequently asked questions

Are solar panels effective in winter?

They are effective during the winter months; however you will notice a considerable drop on the overall solar generated compared to the summer months. This is normal due to the height of the sun in the sky and there being less sunlight hours over the winter months.

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What size are the solar panels?

The size of the system is often determined by the available roof space of the property and size of the system you require. As a guide, most panels are 992mm wide by 1640mm high in size. Approximately 8 m2 of roof space is required per 1 kW of solar panels.

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How much maintenance do solar panels require?

Solar photovoltaic panels require little maintenance. Your panels can build up dust and other material over time. Solar panel cleaning is not that different from cleaning your windshield. This can be done with water and a soft brush.

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Will solar panels operate if we experience a powercut?

Yes the solar panels will still produce power however the solar inverter requires you to be connected to the grid for the inverter to operate and provide power to your home. This is a safety mechanism to protect appliances at your property for the safety of network maintenance personnel.

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Which direction should my solar panels face?

Solar panels that face north get the maximum amount of sunlight during daylight hours to generate electricity. Placing panels on the east or west-facing roof will still produce a substantial amount of power. It is not recommended that you install panels with a southerly aspect.

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Contact us today to go solar and save

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