1. markp0177 Said,

   No , because the plexiglass expands more in the sun than the cells. This will cause the cells to crack.

2. ihjmobile Said,

   Why Can`t i use Plexiglass? Thanks.

3. perlita5200 Said,

   great teacher l like u explanation

4. markp0177 Said,

   @jmugrad1 Hello. Go to ebay. I offer all sizes. Search solar frames and look for 36-5×5. Mark

5. jmugrad1 Said,

   If you are using 36 A Grade 5×5 Monocrystalline PV Solar Cells 2.8 Watts,
   what would the size of the frame and the glass be?
   Thanks

6. markp0177 Said,

   @jmugrad1 The glass size is 26 1/2″ x 32″. The frame size is 26 1/2″ x 32 3/4″ It is for 36-3×6 cells.

7. jmugrad1 Said,

   Brian
   What is the frame and glass size you are using on this video?
   Thanks
   Ecinele

8. resfalgio Said,

   Master, th for your time….

9. markp0177 Said,

   @Knockreaghimages Well the mono is one crystalline and the poly is many crystalline. The mono will last longer. They will both work.

10. Knockreaghimages Said,

    Hi Mark, Brilliant Video. Am going to give it a shot. I got monocrystalline cells. Whats the difference between mono and poly? Thanks

11. markp0177 Said,

    @Engar92 Hello. The 6010 will use the same amount around .5kg

12. Engar92 Said,

    Doh! Now I have an ugly EVA laminate roll door stop. 6010 seems much more reasonable in price than Slygar. How much do you use on a 36 piece 3×6 panel? It seems to come in much larger quantities so it suggests it takes more per panel? Thank you for sharing your experience and saving me from mistakes!

13. markp0177 Said,

    @Engar92 I have tried the EVA several ways. If you use a heat gun it shrinks fast and breaks the cells. I have also tried it in a oven with presure like a sandwish and it had millions of air bubbles. You have to have a laminating machine in a vacume chamber. The EVA does not last. On the news last week they did a report about cheep laminate panels out of china. After a few years in the sun they seperated. I use dow 6010 now, it is easer to use and cost a little less. Mark

14. markp0177 Said,

    @Engar92 I do not think that is a good Idea. I think you will have a moisture problem and the cells will crack on the flimsy tedlar.

15. Engar92 Said,

    Before I found your videos and learned about Slygar I found directions to use EVA (laminating sheets) and a heat gun to encapsulate the cells. Ever tried it? I already bought it so giving it a go soon. If it works it is about 1/20th the cost of Slygar.

16. Engar92 Said,

    Do you think it might work to put down a tedlar backing with a bead of silicone around it and apply the sylgard with the cells face up? I am building panels for the top of a cargo trailer and want to use plexiglass for added safety and durability. Not having cells attached to it would avoid cracking them from unequal expansion. Thank you for any thoughts and experience you can share.

17. markp0177 Said,

    @jmugrad1 Hello. Yes I am alternating soldering the wires on the positive side and on the negative.

18. jmugrad1 Said,

    Hey
    Don’t you have to alternate soldering the wires on the positive side and on the negative side of each cell?
    It seems from your video that you soldered all your wires on the negative side and then connected each column of cells by soldering on the positive side. Is this correct?
    If so, doesn’t this reduce the amount of energy you will generate from your panels?

19. markp0177 Said,

    @facundosagardoy Hello. You can not use plexi glass. It expands faster than the cells in the heat and will crack the cells.

20. facundosagardoy Said,

    mark, excelent video! One question, it’s the same use plexi glass than tempered glass? thanks!

21. MrJeff0727 Said,

    Hey Mark,

    Great video. I’ve been looking around for a complete list of part (i.e. from solar panels to hooking it up to your house) but can’t seem to find a good set up. I want to be able to make my panels, then put together a system that has a battery back up, and be able to add more panels as I go. I just don’t know the parts I need to get a system going. I plan to make two of the panels you have next week. If you have time can you shoot me some help.
    Teufelhunden8541@gmail.com.
    Thank you.

22. markp0177 Said,

    @mocatz187 You can find the solar cells on ebay

23. mocatz187 Said,

    Mark,
    Where can we purchase the 1/8 watt solar cells?
    Thanks.

24. stew1351 Said,

    wow! this is very helpful! good job mark!

25. markp0177 Said,

    @LiteNRG1 No do not use a polycarbonate if you encapsulate. It expandes more than the cells do in the heat. It will crack the cells. Mark

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