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May 26, 2009

Sharp Develops and Introduces New Solar Module for Mobile Devices with Thickness of 0.8 mm, the Industry’s Thinnest Level

Will Contribute to the Creation of Solar-Powered Mobile Equipment
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Sharp Corporation has developed and will introduce into the global market the new LR0GC02 Solar Module for Mobile Devices that features a thickness of 0.8 mm, the industry’s thinnest level.

Solar (photovoltaic) power generation is drawing attention worldwide as environmentally friendly clean energy, and is expected to see widespread use not only for residential use, but also to power mobile devices.

This newly developed solar module makes effective use of compact semiconductor packaging technology to achieve a thickness of just 0.8 mm, the thinnest level in the industry. The solar cells that make up the module are based on polycrystalline silicon and deliver a maximum power of 300 mW*1 , and as an auxiliary power source for mobile devices, will contribute to saving energy. In addition, the electrode pattern on the cell surface can be formed to meet the requirements of device manufacturers, leading to increased design flexibility for mobile devices.

As an environmentally advanced company, Sharp is actively working to promote the development of environmentally conscious, one-of-a-kind devices and modules.

Product name Solar module for mobile devices
Model name LR0GC02
Sample price (tax included) 3,000 yen
Sample availability May 26, 2009
Mass production start July 10, 2009
Monthly production 100,000 units

Major Features

1. Makes effective use of compact semiconductor packaging technology to achieve a thickness of just 0.8 mm, the industry’s thinnest level.
2. Solar cells use polycrystalline silicon, and deliver a maximum power of 300 mW*1 .
3. Electrode pattern can be formed on the cell surface to meet the requirements of the device manufacturer, enabling the creation of modules with original designs.

*1 Measurement conditions—air mass (AM) 1.5 spectra; irradiance: 1,000 W/m2 ±50 mW; module temperature: 25°C.

Specifications

Parameter Value
Power output (max.) 300 mW (typ.)
Output voltage (max.) 4.5 V (typ.)
Load current (max.) 67 mA (typ.)
Dimensions 67.5 x 41.0 x 0.8 mm

Note: Measurement conditions—air mass (AM) 1.5 spectra; irradiance: 1,000 W/m2 ±50 mW; module temperature: 25°C.




The above information is true and accurate at the time of publication. Manufacture, sale, price and specifications of products may be subject to change.


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