Tenesol are manufactures of photovoltaic solar panels, and their modules utilize the kind of technology enabling high-output, making them ideal for both domestic and commercial use. They are able to do this thanks to the multicrystalline cells used in their construction. Pre-encapsulation and fitting into the overall panel, each cell is individually sorted and measured to ensure optimum placing and performance. The panels also utilize non-reflecting glass, which affords the unit a daily production increase of more than 3% when directly compared to the production capacity of equivalent panels constructed from standard glass. The unique construction combination of Tempered Glass, EVA and Tedlar also ensures that weight is kept to a bare minimum, whilst not skimping on each the durability of the cells themselves or their water-tightness.

The panels also come in an aluminum frame, which allows users to handle them with ease, making them fully portable, easy to re-position and also to assemble. The manufacturers state that every single module is subjected to individual quality control testing to ensure durability and efficiency, and the performance of each is individually recorded and evaluated to assess any potential weaknesses. The actual cells themselves are covered within a plate of tempered glass as well as Tedlar foil. The encapsulant agent, EVA, is resistant to UV, thus affording protection whilst also coating the solar cells within the laminates, thereby also providing optimal conditions for unhindered functioning, irrespective of external climactic conditions.

On the reverse side of the module, we can find a resistant polymer foil, which protects the unit from potential mechanical damage whilst also ensuring that it is fully waterproof-protecting against weather-related performance issues. Overall, the durability of the unit is excellent, and it certainly stands up against the most testing of weather conditions. Also, its ultra lightweight frame has made it easy to mount and dismount when required-and it has even proved strong enough to withstand the occasional scrape and bang. These specifications mean that the module is well suited for use in a number of different applications and for a variety of purposes, including telecommunications, pumping, supply for grid-connected energy delivery systems as well as remote, rural electricity generation. Overall they are a tough, light-weight and very durable multi-purpose unit.

Price-wise these units fall in a mid- to high-range category and are most suitable for those who are looking at putting a little bit of money as investment into their solar power grid and receiving a product that is worth what they put their money into. For residential use these may not necessarily be the cheapest options, however their lightweight design and durability makes them suitable for many home applications, particularly for homes who are looking at mounting these to a roof that may receive occasional battering from tree branches or other objects. While of course prolonged exposure to impacts is not recommended for any solar power cell a highly durable design such as those Tenesol regularly puts into their solar cells is necessary for effective solar energy production in a number of less-than-friendly environments.