Special glue for photovoltaic panels

If you’re installing solar panel arrays on a metal or concrete roof, eliminate the need to drill holes. Our adhesives securely attach photovoltaic solar panel mounting rails to the rooftop without damaging the roof’s structural integrity or letting elements such as rain and bacteria seep in through these holes.

Harnessing solar power requires innovative, enabling materials like solar panel adhesives and sealants to craft a solar architecture with improved system performance, reliability, extended component lifetimes, and warranties, all delivered at a lower cost per watt.

SolarGain Edge Sealant (SET LP03) is designed for long-term outdoor performance with high-heat stability and excellent UV resistance. The desiccated PIB enables protection for more than 25 years. The product retains adhesion after exposure when tested under extreme UV conditions (A5 for 2000 hours) per IEC 62788-7-2.

Sika adhesive technologies empower photovoltaic, CSP and solar thermal providers with enhanced design options, cost reductions, and efficiency through material savings and process improvements.

Epic Resins specializes in custom formulated adhesives designed specifically for superior adhesion to photovoltaic cells. We have a wide variety of solar panel adhesives, from quick-curing adhesives for attaching the junction box to the PV panel to two-component aliphatic polyurethane compounds with exceptional UV resistance.

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6 FAQs about [Special glue for photovoltaic panels]

Do solar panels need adhesive?

In the solar industry, adhesives are used throughout the process of manufacturing and installation. Henkel's adhesive Loctite 3388P enables high-strength ingot bonding in solar applications. Thin-film solar panels (see page 296), in particular, need adhesives around the edges because they typically don’t have frames to protect them.

What type of adhesive is used for solar panels?

Made with double sided, industrial strength adhesive or our custom hybrid system. High tack adhesive film protects photovoltaic module glass, aluminum, and various metals from damages. Use our residue-free film tape during shipping, handling, and production line processes. PROTEK™ film solar tape also resists UV and outdoor aging up to 6 months.

Do thin film solar panels need adhesive?

Thin-film solar panels (see page 296), in particular, need adhesives around the edges because they typically don’t have frames to protect them. They need an additional moisture barrier called a side or edge seal. Many manufacturers use butyl, either in a liquid or tape form. Butyl-casting resins provide water vapor-tight sealing.

What are SolarGain® solar panel sealants?

SolarGain® Solar Panel Sealants are desiccated butyl/desiccated PIB solar panel sealants designed for use in a wide variety of photovoltaic (PV) modules.

Why do you need adhesives for a photovoltaic system?

Adhesives are also used to ease the installation of junction boxes. They make the boxes easier to install and also protect the boxes from water. Given that water and electricity don’t mix well together, this is absolutely essential to the overall effectiveness of the entire photovoltaic system.

What is SolarGain edge sealant?

SolarGain Edge Sealant also provides electrical isolation for PV modules. This solar cell sealant technology has been successfully used in 1500V modules and meets the component criteria for a cemented joint (IEC 61730-1 Ed. 2). This enables the active cell area to be placed closer to the edge of glass than without solid insulation.

Special glue for photovoltaic panels