House photovoltaic panel production equipment price

What are the different types of solar production machines?

Solar (PV) production machines come in a wide range of sizes. You can start with a very small line (for example, 25 MW) using refurbished equipment, or you can opt for brand new machines. Brand new machines range from 50 MW (the smallest size) to fully automated lines with 1 GW capacity or more.

How much money do you need to produce solar panels?

To ensure you have enough stock to avoid stopping production due to a lack of materials, you should estimate approximately €6.5 million for working capital, including materials in stock. The cost of materials for solar panels constitutes over 95% of the total production costs, making it the dominant factor in solar module production.

Should you buy a new solar production machine?

Refurbished solar machinery can be an excellent opportunity to start, especially in areas with low salaries and markets demanding smaller-sized panels. If you want to start with the latest technology and high automation, then you need to opt for new solar production machines.

What materials are needed for solar module production?

Manufacturing costs of solar module production The following materials are needed for your solar module production factory: The main costs for the materials are solar cells (more than 40%), glass (about 20%), and aluminum (14%). Below, you can find a picture showing the percentage of each material.

Should you rent a building for a 100 MW solar production line?

While renting a building is an option, in our experience, most investors prefer to construct a new building for a 100 MW solar production line. For a 100 MW line, including storage and office space, you would need a building of about 1,000 sqm.

Why is working capital necessary for solar panel production?

Working capital is necessary for solar panel production because you need to purchase materials before producing the panels, and only then can you sell them. In this article, we will make rough estimations for material working capital. Please keep in mind that these figures represent cash flow requirements for production, not actual costs.