At the final inspection in a solar cell manufacturing line, every cell is checked for mechanical cracks. This is done in order to identify and reject cells damaged during the final processing and handling steps. Microcracks in cell material indicate process or handling problems too difficult to detect using conventional processes. After such cells are further processed, these microcracks pose a risk to the performance and service life of the solar modules they end up in. The GP MICRO-D .Cell reliably detects cracks and microcracks in solar cells, regardless of their location and without subjecting the material to mechanical loading.

• Touchless inspection system for incoming or outgoing quality control
• Not affected by the metal contact grid or grain boundaries in polycrystalline cells

• Helps detect process, handling and transport problems in a solar cell or module production line
• Increases processing plant operating time and yield
• Central recipe management and "copy exact" processes
• Calibration is quick and easy

Note: all technical details are subject to change without prior notice. Only technical specifications contained in an offer are binding.

The GP MICRO-D .Cell reliably detects cracks and microcracks on coated and metalized solar cells. These measurements are not affected by either grain boundaries or from printing on the front or back. The GP Solar Inspect software evaluates and displays each type of defect.