8.01.2025

How do photovoltaic structures dedicated to monofacial panels differ from those dedicated to bifacial panels?

Photovoltaic structures dedicated to monofacial and bifacial panels differ in several key aspects:

  1. Mounting method
    Structures for monofacial panels: Can be mounted directly on the surface of the roof or ground, with no need for light access from below.

    Structures for bifacial panels: Require special mounting that allows light access to both sides of the panel. They are often installed on elevated structures, for example.
  2. Substrate materials
    For monofacial panels: The type of substrate has no significant effect on performance. For bifacial panels: A highly reflective substrate, such as white paint or concrete, is required to increase the efficiency of the panels.
  3. Tilt angle and orientation
    Monofacial panels: Usually mounted at an optimal angle toward the south. Bifacial panels: Can be oriented vertically east-west or standard south-facing.
  4. Use of space
    Monofacial panels: Require more surface area to achieve the same output.
    Bifacial panels: Allow for better space utilization due to higher output per unit area.
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