Avancis - Model SKALA - Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) Module
SKALA is the size and color scalable architectural module from AVANCIS for solar facades and building integrated applications. The color variance of our different module types lets buildings shine in vivid color effects and thus combines sustainability with aesthetics. Because SKALA is so versatile, we have created a separate website for this product. Visit our product website.
Mechanical specifications
- PowerMax® SKALA Value
- External dimensions 1587 x 664 mm²
- Thickness 38 mm
- Weight 17 kg
- Cell type CIGS
- Frame none
- Front cover 3.2 mm tempered glass
- Anti reflective coating yes
- Junction box protection class IP67
- Dimensions of the junction boxes 60 x 60 x 11,5 mm³
- Cable lengths (-plug/ +socket) 200 / 320 mm
- Cable cross section 2.5 mm²
- Connector type TPCB-4
Technical specifications
Data measured under standard test conditions (STC)*:
- PowerMax® SKALA 145
- Nominal power Pnom* 145 W
- Sorting -0/+5 W
- Module efficiency η 13.8 %
- Aperture efficiency η 15.2 %
- Open-circuit voltage Voc* 80.1 V
- Short-circuit current Isc* 2.59 A
- Voltage at mpp Vmpp* 61.9 V
- Current at mpp Impp* 2.34 A
- Limiting reverse current Ir 4.0 A
- Max. system voltage Vsys (IEC) 1000 V
Due to the cell structure of the semiconductor, SKALA solar panels are distinguished by a uniform black panel surface with a fine pinstripe look. Thanks to an adapted production process and strict quality guidelines especially in the optical sector, SKALA architectural modules are dedicated for high aesthetic requirements.
By using coloured front glases, SKALA architecture modules can be produced in different colours. Contrary to conventional coloured PV modules, they use the reflection of sunlight to produce their colour. The front glass reflects the narrow spectral range of the visible light to generate the colour. The rest of the light spectrum is transferred to the module and converted into energy.
SKALA is provided with a national technical approval (allgemeine bauaufsichtliche Zulassung) by the German approval body DIBt for the type of construction with an adhesively bonded mounting system. Therefore, AVANCIS is the first manufacturer offering frameless glass to glass CIGS modules with an adhesively bonded mounting system bearing also the dead weight of the modules without any mechanical support for the glasses. Thus, project specific approvals (Zustimmung im Einzelfall) are usually not required anymore for the use within the building skin.