Donaldson’s vents provide protection to the critical parts of solar panels

Market data suggests that in 2011 the total power output of the world’s solar photovoltaic power capacity was equal to 80 billion kWh of electricity, enough energy to supply over 20 million households and represents 0.5% of the worldwide electricity demand.

Sustainable stable electrical output, low carbon footprint and fast energy payback are some of the challenges faced by solar panel manufacturers; Donaldson is able to provide advanced venting solutions to achieve this.

Donaldson’s vents can provide protection to the critical parts of solar panels, including junction box seals, power invertors and thermo collectors that are frequently subjected to harsh environmental conditions.

Having supplied several billion vents that increase the reliability and effectiveness of devices and enclosures; Donaldson is well placed to provide protection for enclosures that are continually subjected to challenging environmental conditions, such as dust, dirt, water & moisture as well as temperature fluctuations. All of which can affect the lifetime and performance of the electronic components.

Integrating Tetratex^® ePTFE membrane into the vents allows air to flow freely from the enclosure to equalize and avoid the build-up of pressure.  The hydrophobic and oleophobic properties of the membrane prevent environmental contaminants entering whilst maintaining airflow.

Our extensive venting product portfolio for solar applications can preserve the sustainable lifetime of the enclosures through:

• increased protection against product failure
• improved product life: a durable, rugged solution that will equalize pressure
• reduced maintenance costs and downtime
• ease of integration

Our knowledgeable team of venting experts serves as an extension to your engineering team offering tested and proven reliable venting solutions for complex solar applications.

Donaldson’s reputation has been built on its problem solving, quality solutions as well as our commitment to improving product performance. A reliable protective barrier form environmental contaminants.