Analytics at PVcomB

The PVcomB is equipped with a wide range of state-of-the-art analytical tools suited for a thorough analysis of photovoltaic (PV) materials, solar cells and modules. The equipment portfolio matches well with the requirements of R&D and process control for the two core technologies at PVcomB – thin film silicon and chalcogenides (CIGSe) as well as related functional materials. Our equipment is calibrated on a regular basis to ensure highly reliable results oriented to international standards and is continuously being upgraded to keep up with future developments in analytics.

The PVcomB is also linked to leading analytical groups and institutes in the fields of photovoltaics and semiconductors via research projects and co-operations. Here, the focus is investigation of particular R&D challenges.

We offer basic analytical services as well as advanced characterization and trouble shooting for materials, solar cells and modules. Please contact us.

Equipment

Sun simulator
Quantum efficiency (QE)
Thermography (DLIT/ILIT)
Elektroluminescence (EL)
Laser beam induced current mapping (LBIC)
Hall effect measurement
Four point probe resistivity measurements (4PP)
X-ray fluorescence (XRF, GIXRF)
UV/Vis/NIR Spectrophotometer
Angle resolved scatterometer (ARS)
Raman mapping tool
Optical film thickness probe (FTP)
Focused Ion beam (FIB)
Atomic force microscope (AFM/SNOM)
Profilometer
Optical microscope

For the investigation of accelerated degradation and ageing effects in solar cells and modules

Light soaking chamber
Damp heat chamber
Laminator