General
Is it possible to purchase the film privately?
Yes, the film is available for both commercial and private customers.
How do I find the correct dimensions for ordering foil sheets or foil rolls?
You can find a detailed step-by-step guide on the download page.
Do the PV modules need to be cleaned before applying the film?
Yes. For the lamination, the solar module must be free of particles, other contaminants, and grease. In general, common household cleaning agents are sufficient for this purpose. Please adhere to the specifications of the solar module manufacturer.
Can custom sizes of the film be ordered from you?
Yes, we also offer films in special sizes. Please use our contact form to submit an inquiry. We will then be happy to provide you with an individual offer.
How does the film affect the performance and annual yield of my solar modules?
The XRF anti-glare film reduces the solar module output power at perpendicular light incidence to about 97% to 95% of the original power. The exact value depends on the respective module type. Experience shows that the voltage level of the laminated solar modules remains unchanged.
For oblique light incidence, the power reduction is lower, as the module power with the XRF anti-glare film is more angle-stable.
How does the film behave on a PV module during heavy hail?
We have conducted hail tests with 35 mm thick hailstones without any damage to the film or the PV module. Currently, hail tests are underway to determine whether the film can even provide additional protection against hail damage.
Is there a warranty on the anti-glare film?
Yes, we offer a 15-year functional warranty. Details can be found in the download section.
How does the film behave in terms of soiling?
The surface of the film is hydrophilic, preventing individual water droplets from remaining and drying. Instead, moisture flows off quickly and efficiently across the surface. We observe that contaminants such as pollen, Saharan dust, or bird droppings are completely washed away by rain.
Installation of the anti-glare film
How is the film applied to the modules?
For an optimal installation result, we recommend involving a sign technician or installer for the application of the anti-glare film. We are happy to connect you with one of our partners in your region.
Alternatively, the film can also be applied manually by two people using a squeegee and soapy water. You can find our video tutorial on YouTube. A written instruction is available in the download area.
In general, we recommend dismantling the solar modules before applying the film and performing the application on the ground.
Can I also commission Phytonics with the lamination of my modules?
You can request such a service directly through our contact form, and we will then prepare an individual offer for you.
Can the film also be applied to solar modules on the roof?
We recommend dismantling the solar modules so that cleaning and film application can be performed on the ground.
In individual cases, it may be possible to apply a film on the roof—for example, on solar systems installed on walkable flat roofs, provided the solar modules are sufficiently accessible. However, the solar modules must only have ambient temperature and must not be in operation. Additionally, proper fall protection must be ensured!
On non-walkable, pitched roofs, applying a film on the roof is not possible and excluded.
Which application agent should I use?
We recommend using the product "Applikator 2.0" from Bruxsafol for bonding the Anti-glare film, at a concentration of 3 g/L to 4 g/L in distilled water.
We advise against using higher concentrations. If the initial adhesion of the film is too low, the soap concentration should be reduced.
A DIY application set (including mounting concentrate, spray bottle, and squeegee) can be ordered, for example, here (external link).
Solar modules with anti-glare film
How can I order solar modules with anti-glare film?
Pre-coated solar modules are now available from us. These anti-glare solar modules are equipped with the anti-glare film in our production. Different module types from several manufacturers are available to meet your specific requirements.
Does the module manufacturer's warranty remain valid?
The manufacturer (Solyco) provides full product and performance guarantees for its solar modules, which we have retrofitted with our anti-glare film, specific to each model. The reference for the performance guarantee is the nominal power value of the solar modules after application of our film.
You can find the manufacturer's warranty statement in the Downloads.