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38 SOLAR POWER TECHNOLOGIES
Figure 2.17 BIPV module. Photo courtesy of Atlantis Energy Systems.
strings that in turn are terminated in a splice box located under the roof. A grid-
connected inverter, located within the vicinity of the main service meter, readily
converts the direct current generated by the solar cells to alternating current. The entire
wiring of such a system can be readily handled by one electrician in a matter of hours.
Figure 2.19 depicts SunSlate solar power module manufactured by Atlantis Energy
Systems.
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Typically 100 ft of SunSlate roofing weighs about 750 pounds (lb) or 7.5 lb/ft,
which is comparatively much lighter than light concrete roof that can weigh nearly
twice as much and is slightly heavier than an equivalent composition shingle roof-
ing tile that can weigh about 300 lb. Figure 2.20 depicts application of SunSlate as
roofing tile.
MEGASLATE CUSTOMIZED ROOF-MOUNT PV SYSTEM
MegaSlate is BIPV roofing system. It consists of frameless individual modules that
combine into an overall system that is adaptable to the dimensions of a roof.
MegaSlate is the ideal, simple, and cost-effective solution for owners, architects,
and planners who intend to implement functional yet also aesthetically appealing
roofs. It provides a simple and fast system assembly that could be installed very rap-
idly, saving a significant amount of time for owners and contractors alike.
Power Production Requirements To obtain maximum output production effi-
ciency, MegaSlate system should conform to the following recommendations:
