Below we analyze in more detail each of the most common photovoltaic solar panels types: Monocrystalline silicon (mono-Si) solar cells are pretty easy to recognize by their uniform coloration and appearance due to their high silicon purity. This PV solar panel type is the most highly efficient in the market today, working in the 15-20% range.
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The most common type of solar panel in the UK is monocrystalline. While installers used to favour polycrystalline panels – which explains why you’ll see blue solar arrays all over the country – black monocrystalline panels have quickly become the most popular type.
Photovoltaic solar panels are used to generate electrical energy through the photovoltaic effect. However, solar thermal installations also use another type of solar panel called solar collectors, which heat water for domestic use. There are also so-called hybrid solar panels on the market.
You will find the best type of solar panel when you consider the installation locations and the panels’ purpose. For residential properties with a large roof space or property, the best choice of panels may be polycrystalline. These panels are the most affordable for large spaces and will provide enough efficiency and power.
However, we wouldn’t usually recommend buying different types of solar panels. The best course of action is almost always to find the most efficient panel available to you, and get the highest number of that model you can fit on your roof, at the cheapest price possible.