While silicon-based PV cells have dominated the market, technologies based on thin-film (CIGS, CIS, CdTe, Peroskite) are still drawing attention from the industry thanks to several advantages over crystalline and poly-crystalline Silicon-based PV cells :

• Better efficiency at moderate irradiation : Improved energy capture in low-light and diffuse sunlight conditions.
• Lower environmental footprint : Manufacturing requires less energy and fewer raw materials, reducing the carbon footprint of solar panels.
• Architectural integration (BIPV) : Thin-film PV allows sleeker designs and better adaptability for building-integrated photovoltaics.
   

These expected benefits have motivated constant and active research to improve performance and competitiveness of thin-film solar cells despite the very challenging environment of the PV industry, and, after a severe downturn, PV thin-film is up for a new dynamic.
For manufacturers of this specific segment of Thin-Film PV, high quality and reliable sputtering targets are key components for achieving high-performance and competitive PV cells.
 

WHY CHOOSE SAINT-GOBAIN COATING SOLUTIONS 

We are a key supplier of high-performance magnetron sputtering targets for highly demanding industries worldwide, including PV thin-film industry. Our main assets are :
 

• Proven Expertise in Thin-Film PV : Decades of experience producing sputtering targets for flat glass, smart windows, PV-Thin-film, and other demanding applications.
• Partnership and co-development approach : From standard compositions to custom formulations, we are ready to consider your specific needs.
• Global Reach, Local Support : Technical expertise, logistics, and customer support available across five continents.