Solar panels, irrespective of brand and quality are protected by a layer of hardened glass, in the majority of cases.  This glass is there to protect the delicate silica wafers that comprise the electrical component of the panel.  As a guide, LG panels are rated to withstand impacts from objects up to 35mm in diameter.  As a guide, a standard golfball if approximately 43mm.  Should an impact occur from an object larger than this, visible fractures may occur.

Effected panels may show crazing or even shattered areas of the panel.  However, manufacturers have stated that even smaller impacts may result in “micro cracks”, invisible to the naked eye, which can reduce the efficiency and performance of the panel and it’s respective lifespan (What are Micro Cracks).  In order to determine the presence of such micro cracks it has been suggested that Infra Red imaging technology be used to establish the extent of the damage.  Ecolution Industries are a trusted and well established CEC accredited solar provider who can help in diagnosing faults and rectifying any of the problems listed above.  If you believe that your solar array may have been affected, please give us a call on 0403 766 685 to arrange an inspection by our technical team.

What are Micro Cracks