Bila Solar to Introduce 520W Glass-Free Solar Panel with 19.3% Efficiency

Bila Solar, an innovative manufacturer of ultralight solar solutions, is poised to introduce a new 520-watt (W) glass-free solar panel with a 19.3% module efficiency. This product will be showcased at Booth E10002 during RE+, North America’s largest clean energy event, from September 10-12, 2024, in Anaheim, California. Production will begin in Indiana, and the panel will be available for sale in early 2025.

Weighing just 24.47 lbs, the panel features a variety of installation methods suitable for different commercial rooftops, including quick-bonding and removable mechanical mounting. The panel is pre-integrated with mounting hardware and brackets, responding to customer demands for lightweight photovoltaic (PV) panels that can be mechanically fastened to rooftops.

“This innovative new panel is a testament to our commitment to advancing solar technology and our dedication to making solar energy more accessible and efficient,” said Mick McDaniel, Bila’s VP & U.S. General Manager. The new Indianapolis facility aims to support sustainable energy and local economic growth, with a production capacity of one gigawatt (GW) annually.

Key features of the new panel include a patented composite material that reduces light reflection and offers new assembly options. The panel guarantees at least 84.8% of nominal output power after 25 years, ensuring long-lasting performance. Measuring 88.4 in x 48.31 in x 1.59 in and weighing 24.47 lbs, the panel includes a composite frame and IP68-rated junction box for enhanced durability. It operates efficiently in extreme temperatures ranging from -40°F to 185°F, with a temperature coefficient of -0.34% per Fahrenheit degree.

Bila Solar’s fully-automated manufacturing facility in Indianapolis is set to begin production in December of this year. At full scale, the facility will produce around 5,000 modules daily, amounting to one GW of innovative glassless, frameless solar modules annually.