Photovoltaic modules are exposed to extremely harsh conditions of heat, humidity, high voltage, mechanical stress, and UV. Current IEC qualification tests do not require UV exposure high enough to evaluate a lifespan of 20 years or more.
With xenon arc weathering technology, the effect on encapsulant materials of 20 years real-world exposure can be obtained in just over 6 months laboratory testing.
The Application Guide is a reprint of a paper by Michael D. Kempe, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, that addresses the following topics:
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