Gochermann:
- Able to cut modules to any shape
- Maximum dimensions: 7 x 4 cells
- Tolerances:
- Cell-to-Cell: 0.6 mm
- Module-to-Module: 1 mm
- Module Perimeter: 2 mm (for encapsulation material)
WattLab:
- Maximum dimensions: 6 x 12 cells
- Encapsulation: lightweight, 1 Kg per square meter
- Does not recommend half cells in series with full cells, as they are bad for practice
- Tolerances:
- Cell-to-Cell: 1.5 mm (max)
- Module Perimeter: 3.0 mm (max)
SunCat:
- Cutting cells: cannot be cut in the middle due to solder pad positions
- Process: to prevent peeling of the cell after lamination when encapsulated at room temperature
- Tolerances:
- Cell-to-Cell: 0.035 inches (0.889 mm)
- Module-to-Module: 0.125 inches (3.175 mm)
- Module Perimeter: 0.094 inches (2.3876 mm)