Merlin’s GX module line.
Merlin Solar is not the first crystalline silicon panel manufacturer to get rid of BOS materials and produce a non-penetrating, adhesive module. Lumeta Solar has a 26.5-lb, frameless 60-cell monocrystalline module encased entirely in polymers that is adhered on top of shingles or a commercial roofing system. On a smaller scale, Merlin Solar’s GX36 module features 36 grid-covered cells with a traditional tempered glass front and backsheet, weighing 19.5 lbs.
While similar concepts, Merlin Solar believes its flex-tolerant form factor and grid-connection technology sets it apart. Murali said the company’s R&D department is constantly pushing for increased power and performance.