Solar Cell distance from each other

[davidsuzuki256]

Hello,

Generally, how far apart should the solar cells be from each other? I realize may be to minimize temperature fluctuations.

Will it be a big issue if they is no space at all between them?


David

[Mike90250]

You need a tensy bit of room to allow for thermal expansion, so no, they cannot touch each other. The encapsulant needs to be compliant enough to not crack the cells from thermal stresses ranging from -30C to +80C