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title: What is a polycrystalline solar panel?
description: A polycrystalline solar panel is a type of solar panel that is made from multiple silicon crystals. Polycrystalline panels are less efficient than monocrystalline panels, but they are also less expensive.
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updated: "2024-01-29"
category: Solar Panels
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# What is a polycrystalline solar panel?

A polycrystalline solar panel is a type of solar panel that is made from multiple silicon crystals. Polycrystalline panels are less efficient than monocrystalline panels, but they are also less expensive.