Description
Solopower SP3 CIGS Flexible Solar Cell 1.25W 0.45V 127x95mm Lot of 100
The Solopower SP3 is a thin-film CIGS (Copper Indium Gallium Selenide) solar cell built on a flexible stainless steel substrate. These raw, uncoated photovoltaic cells deliver approximately 1.25W power output and 0.45V per unit. CIGS thin-film technology offers high flexibility and a low-profile form factor, making these cells well-suited for integration into curved surfaces, lightweight applications, and custom panel fabrication where conventional rigid silicon cells are impractical.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer: Solopower
- Model: SP3
- Cell Technology: CIGS (Copper Indium Gallium Selenide) thin-film
- Substrate: Flexible stainless steel
- Power Output per Cell: ~1.25W (based on internal testing)
- Voltage per Cell: ~0.45V (based on internal testing)
- Cell Dimensions: 127mm × 95.25mm × 0.253mm (5.0" × 3.75" × 0.01")
- Form Factor: Flexible thin-film on metal substrate
- Quantity: 100 cells per lot
- Condition: New, raw, uncoated
- Encapsulation: Required before outdoor or weather-exposed use
- Country of Manufacture: USA
- Documentation: Solopower technical paper available
Applications
CIGS (Copper Indium Gallium Selenide) flexible solar cells were developed primarily for portable power applications and space missions where lightweight, flexible form factors offered advantages over rigid silicon panels. These thin-film cells were used in military fieldwork, remote sensor networks, and experimental aerospace applications, as well as in prototype renewable energy systems during the 2000s-2010s research phase. SoloPower manufactured these cells for integration into portable solar chargers, wearable power systems, and OEM solar modules before the company ceased operations. Legacy units like this lot are encountered in industrial surplus, university research labs, and by technicians maintaining or reverse-engineering older portable solar charging systems or prototype power systems.
These Solopower SP3 CIGS flexible solar cells are new and unused. The cells are supplied as raw, uncoated thin-film substrates on flexible stainless steel. Encapsulation is required before any outdoor or weather-exposed deployment. All 100 cells are in pristine original condition and ready for integration into custom solar panel fabrication, wearable power projects, or curved-surface photovoltaic installations. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions. Please note: We have multiple units in stock — yours may not be the one shown in the photos, however, it will be similar in condition and function.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Technical Paper: |
http://www.recycledgoods.com/content/solopower/solopower-cigs-solar-cells-technical-paper.pdf |
Brand: |
Solopower |
Model: |
SP3 |
MPN: |
SP3 |
SKU: |
48724 |
Condition: |
New – Unused |
Seller Notes: |
Lot of 100 raw uncoated CIGS solar cells; encapsulation required before weathering |
Cell Technology: |
CIGS (Copper Indium Gallium Selenide) |
Substrate: |
Stainless Steel (flexible) |
Power Output (per cell): |
~1.25W |
Voltage (per cell): |
~0.45V |
Cell Length: |
127mm (5 inches) |
Cell Width: |
95.25mm (3.75 inches) |
Cell Thickness: |
0.253mm (0.01 inches) |
Quantity: |
100 cells per lot |
Form Factor: |
Flexible thin film |
Application: |
DIY solar panel fabrication, wearable power, portable devices |
Encapsulation Required: |
Yes – raw uncoated substrates |
Country of Manufacture: |
USA |
Condition Notes: |
These Solopower SP3 CIGS flexible solar cells are new and unused. The cells are supplied as raw, uncoated thin-film substrates on flexible stainless steel. Encapsulation is required before any outdoor or weather-exposed deployment. |
Type: |
CIGS Thin-Film Flexible Solar Cell |
Substrate Material: |
Stainless Steel (flexible) |
Power Output per Cell: |
1.25W |
Voltage per Cell: |
0.45V |
Cell Dimensions: |
127mm × 95.25mm × 0.253mm |
Cell Dimensions (inches): |
5 × 3.75 × 0.01 inches |
