CdTe technology

MEHAYA Roua Alia

AZZAOUI Aya
 Contents :

Introduction
Definition of CdTe
Structure of the CdTe solar cell
Manufacturing of CdTe solar cell
Cell efficiency
Advantages of CdTe solar cell
Applications of CdTe solar cell
Challenges of CdTe solar cell
Conclusion
CdTe solar cell
 Introduction :

Silicon-based crystals (multicrystalline and monocrystalline) are by far

the most widely used today, but "thin film" technologies, in particular
CIS and CdTe, are developing more and more on the market. Other
pathways based on the use of dyes
or organic materials, still in their infancy, promise a bright future for
photovoltaic energy, Today we have done research on Cdte cells
(cadmium telluride) and their manufacture
 Cadmium Telluride
(CdTe)Photovoltaics:
• CdTe photovoltaics is a technology that uses the compound
Cadmium Telluride (CdTe) as the semiconductor material in
photovoltaics cell that convert sunlight into DC (direct current)
electricity.
• Photovoltaic (PV) cells are an integral part of solar electric-energy
systems which are becoming increasingly important as
alternative sources of utility power.
structure of the CdTe solar cell :
▸ CdTe offers some advantages over crystalline
silicon (Si), the substance originally used in the manufacture of PV
cells.
▸ A functional layer of CdTe can be made extremely thin, on the
order of a few micrometers (units of 10⁶meter), far thinner than a
typical Si layer.
▸ CdTe offers better efficiency than Si at high temperatures and
low levels of illumination.
• In addition, CdTe PV cells require less energy to produce than Si
PV cells do.
• Cadmium (Cd) and Tellurium (Te) are both products of zinc, copper
and gold mining.
• Cadmium Telluride (CdTe) has very low solubility in water.
• It is etched by many acids including hydrocloric and hydrobromic
acid, forming (toxic) hydrogen telluride gas.
• Available as a powder or as a crystal.
Manufacturing of CdTe solar cell

CdTe solar cells are manufactured by

depositing a thin layer of CdTe onto a
conductive glass surface. The deposition of the
CdTe layer can be done using various
techniques, including evaporation, sputtering,
and chemical vapor deposition (CVD).
cell efficiency:
 Advantages of CdTe solar cell :

1 2 3
they are less they have high they are more durable than
some other solar cell
expensive to energy conversion technologies, as CdTe is a
produce than silicon efficiency, typically stable and weather-resistant
solar cells greater than 20% material.
 Applications of CdTe solar cell :

CdTe solar cells can be used in many applications, including large-scale solar power
plants, photovoltaic systems for homes and businesses, and solar-powered
calculators. Due to their low production cost, they are particularly attractive for
large-scale installations.

 Challenges:
Although CdTe solar cells have many advantages, they also present some
challenges.
•Cadmium is a toxic metal that can cause environmental problems if not
properly managed.
• CdTe technology is still relatively new and under development, which
means that its long-term durability has not yet been fully evaluated.

•CdTe technology is less efficient than silicon solar cell technologies under
low-light conditions, which may limit its use in regions with frequently cloudy
weather.
The largest CdTe solar panel in
Algeria In the research unit of
renewable energies With a return
of 4 MW
Conclusion :
In conclusion, CdTe technology is a promising solar cell
technology with many advantages and applications, but it
also has some challenges that need to be addressed.
Ongoing research and development efforts are focused
on improving the efficiency and durability of CdTe solar
cells, as well as minimizing their environmental impact.
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