Why Solar Glass Thickness Matters
Glass is an important component of a photovoltaic module.
Changing the glass thickness affects more than the appearance of the finished product. It needs to be considered together with the module structure, mechanical requirements, processing method and production design.
For this reason, thinner solar glass should not simply be viewed as a direct replacement for thicker glass.
Instead, it provides another material option for PV manufacturers developing specific module configurations.
1.6mm Solar Glass Provides an Ultra-Thin Option
Among thinner solar glass configurations, 1.6mm glass provides an ultra-thin option for photovoltaic applications.
MIGO's 1.6mm Ultra Thin Patterned Solar Glass combines its thin profile with low iron content and a textured surface.
According to the current product specification, the glass provides ≥91.7% light transmittance with iron content controlled to ≤150ppm.
The glass also features a hexagonal pattern and suede surface, with a specified haze range of 15–30.
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Thin Glass Requires Complete Module Evaluation
Reducing glass thickness does not mean that thickness should be considered independently.
PV manufacturers should evaluate the glass together with:
- Module structure
- Glass dimensions
- Mechanical requirements
- Processing requirements
- Optical requirements
- Production process
The appropriate glass configuration ultimately depends on the complete photovoltaic product design.
More Solar Glass Options for PV Manufacturers
As PV products become more diversified, solar glass manufacturers also need to provide different thickness, surface and optical configurations.
Ultra-thin patterned glass expands the available choices for manufacturers requiring a thinner low iron solar glass solution.
MIGO supplies patterned solar glass in different thicknesses for B2B solar industry customers.
For 1.6mm ultra-thin solar glass requirements, buyers can provide their quantity, application, processing requirements and destination market for quotation.
