Solstex® Finish Specifications
Product Description + Basic Use
A pressure-equalized Rear Ventilated Rainscreen system for exterior or interior wall panel used in new construction or renovation, commercial and other applications. Some typical uses include; exterior wall panels, fascia panels, ceiling panels, spandrel panels, beam and column covers, wall trim, accent panels and signage. Non-load bearing use only.
Composition + Materials
Solstex® Solar Panels consist of thin-film CdTe technology or crystalline silicone technology encapsulated between 2 sheets of heat-strengthened glass, adhered to our proprietary Unity® attachment technology.
Sizing + Details
- Solstex® F-Series – 48.5” x 79” (1232mm x 2009mm)
- Solstex® K-Series – 39.56” x 66.14” (1005mm x 1680mm)
Watts/Panel
- Solstex® F-Series – 440-470 W
- Solstex® K-Series – 263-289 W
- Standard Thicknesses 1/4" (6mm), 5/16” (8mm)
Finish
- F-Series - 1/8" (2.8 mm) heat-strengthened glass that presents as a gloss black.
- K-Series - Made with 5/32" (4mm) Kromatix™ colored front glass with an opaque back glass.
Pre-Fabricated System
Elemex® delivers Solstex® solar panels to building sites through our network of agents and installers. The solar panels arrive as a pre-fabricated facade system on our Unity® platform, enabling the installer to quickly and accurately add a beautiful solar facade to any structure.
Installation
Installation guide and specifications are available. Solstex® must be installed by an Elemex® qualified installer. Elemex® can provide training and certification to local installers. For additional details on installer training contact info@elemex.com.
Building Codes
Ceramitex® system meets or exceeds North American Building Codes.
Maintenance
Solstex® – Solar Facade System has a surface that is easily cleaned with soap and water. As the panels are UV- resistant, they maintain their appearance over time.
Warranty
1-year manufacturer (10-year limited surface warranty)
Unity® Attachment Technology
Unity® Attachment Technology: a proprietary integrated attachment technology developed and perfected by Elemex® to panelize, mount and seamlessly integrate a variety of surfaces such as: Solar, Natural Stone, Sintered Ceramic, ACM, Aluminum Plate, and other specialty veneers.
Product Technical Data
- NFPA 285 Certified
- Other Testing in Progress
Solstex® is Available in a Variety of Standard Colors.
Please contact a representative for availability.
Solstex® – 8mm
Browse Standard Collections
Anthracite
Non-veneered
Clay
Non-veneered
Coral Brown
Non-veneered
Corten Steel
Non-veneered
Deep Blue
Non-veneered
Green
Non-veneered
Grey
Non-veneered
Intense Green
Non-veneered
Marble Brown
Non-veneered
Ocher
Non-veneered
Polar Grey
Non-veneered
Polar White
Non-veneered
Sand
Non-veneered
Terracota
Non-veneered
White
Non-veneered
White Lime
Non-veneered
Did You Know Solstex® Qualifies for a 30% Tax Credit?
The solar investment tax credit is a U.S. federal tax incentive that allows architects and developers to claim 30% of the installed cost of a solar system in commercial building projects.
Solstex Pricing Guide
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Contact Details
Awards
Architectural Record 2020 Product of the Year – Best Building Envelopes
Architecture Masterprize 2020 - Best of Best Product of the Year – EllisDon project
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