[RE-wrenches] PV panel backing

[Chris Mason]

You could probably use a spray on roof sealer or membrane.


On Sun, Aug 31, 2014 at 9:18 AM, Dan Fink <danbob88 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Ron;
> You might try the Plasti-Dip stuff used to coat tool handles. Would be
> expensive for an entire array, but a can should cover one PV module. We saw
> a lot of this after the High Park Fire burned through our off-grid area in
> 2012.
>
> Dan Fink
> Buckville Energy
> IREC Certified Instructor™ for:
> ~ PV Installation Professional
> ~ Small Wind Installer
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>
>
>
> On Sun, Aug 31, 2014 at 5:32 AM, Ron Young <solareagle at solareagle.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Hello Wrenches,
>> I have an installation of 165w PV on a pole mount that was exposed to a
>> fire from the rear when the customers shop burned. 6 of the 10 panels
>> survived with only replacement of the MC4 plugs required but one of the
>> panels that is still functioning had the rear coating melted off. The cells
>> and electrical grid still function. Can anyone recommend a replacement
>> coating that may salvage this panel for a few more years. I know if left
>> exposed it will soon deteriorate but am wondering if some kind of commonly
>> available non conductive rubberized or latex type of coating might do the
>> job?
>>
>> Ron Young
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