PVStop

The primary function of PVStop is to make panels electrically safe while acting as a fire retardant solution. The PV module does not need to be completely covered to deactivate the panel. For example, by spraying a line down the center of the panel and covering only 25%, solar energy production can be interrupted. Covering the entire panel further reduces the DC voltage to zero.

Why PVStop?

  • Safely shut down solar panel system in seconds
  • Non-flammable, fire retardant
  • Easy to apply, remove later

 

How does PVStop work?

  • Fast: with PVStop, solar panels can be covered within seconds. The fire retardant solution blocks the light on the solar cells. Shutting down takes less than three seconds; shutting down the entire solar panel takes six seconds at most.
  • Portable: PVStop is designed to work similarly to a fire extinguisher and is available in a variety of sizes for flexibility and portability. The range varies from small hand-held drums to large pump and hose extinguishers. PVStop can be sprayed at a safe distance of 5-30 meters, allowing the coating to be applied directly from the roof, mar also from the ground in an emergency or fire situation.
  • High adhesive strength: the polymer film is designed to stick to solar panels during all weather conditions. Even if the solar panels are wet, the coating will stick to the panel, unlike fire foam which tends to slide off smooth surfaces.
  • Easy to remove: after the coating dries, PVStop can be easily removed by hand. The coating contains no adhesive and does not damage the solar panels in any way. The coating can be removed up to 12 months after application, even when exposed to UV and other weather conditions.
  • Not harmful to the environment: the coating can be safely disposed of with household waste and is not harmful to the environment.
  • Reactive solution: current solar panel hazard mitigation solutions are all preventative, meaning they must be installed before a disaster or hazard occurs to be effective. PVStop allows solar panel owners, firefighters and emergency responders to use a reactive tool to make solar panels electrically safe when needed.

 

PVStop, safely shut down a solar panel system within seconds!