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Three photovoltaic technologies: Difference between Monocrystalline... 页码，1/3 Supplier of your Solar Power Products Home Solar Power Power Usage Ecology Solar basics Hot water Photovoltaic Starter FAQ Three Photovoltaic Technologies: Monocrystalline, Polycrystalline and Thin Film There are three general families of photovoltaic (PV) modules (solar panels) on the market today. They are monocrystalline silicon also known as single-crystal silicon, polycrystalline silicon, and thin film . This article will help you to understand the differences that are relevant to the system designer and owner. Monocrystalline and Polycrystalline Solar panels These represent the traditional technologies. They can be grouped into the category crystalline silicon. Monocrystalline is the original PV technology invented in 1955, and never known to wear out. Polycrystalline entered the market in 1981. It is similar in performance and reliability. Monocrystalline modules are composed of cells cut from a piece of continuous crystal. The material forms a cylinder which is sliced into thin circular wafers. To minimize waste, the cells may be fully round or they may be trimmed into other shapes, retaining more or less of the original circle. Because each cell is cut from a single crystal, it has a uniform color which is dark blue. Below is a picture of the monocrystalline cell and some examples of monocrystalline solar panels.