Reducing TOPCon Solar Cell Degradation via Copper Plating
Sector: Solar • Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Source: pv magazine Australia
Researchers at the University of New South Wales have developed a method to reduce corrosion susceptibility in TOPCon solar cells by applying a 1 µm copper plating layer on the front silver grid. This innovation enhances the reliability and durability of the cells, significantly lowering contaminant-induced degradation compared to unprotected devices.
- Status
- Closed
- Sector
- Solar, Metal, Education
- Location
- Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- pv magazine Australia
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Description | Researchers at the University of New South Wales have developed a method to reduce corrosion susceptibility in TOPCon solar cells by applying a 1 µm copper plating layer on the front silver grid. This innovation enhances the reliability and durability of the cells, significantly lowering contaminant-induced degradation compared to unprotected devices. |
Original sector | Renewable Energy |
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Country | Australia |
State | New South Wales |
City | Sydney |
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Source | pv magazine Australia |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Solar, Metal, Education |
Article published date | 2025-01-30 |
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