Now capable of delivering 15% higher power efficiency along with new aesthetic improvements manufacturers will be able to integrate smaller Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) modules while maintaining the same electrical performance or achieve greater power output at the same size, meeting industry demands for compact, battery-free solutions.
In addition, a new aesthetic coating enhances the module’s appearance, allowing seamless integration into various product designs.
The coating can be applied to the upper surface of the module to improve its appearance and conceal any potential defects. Customers will be able to choose from various finishes according to their preferences, with a catalogue of available options to be released soon.
This addition ensures that LAYER modules not only deliver improved levels of performance but that they can also blend seamlessly into product designs. Furthermore, the new silver bus bars enhance the module’s visual appeal while also playing a role in boosting efficiency.
As industries seek to minimise battery reliance, the need for efficient, maintenance-free energy solutions is growing, particularly in IoT, smart labels, and industrial automation. Batteries increase device size, require replacements, and contribute to electronic waste.
The latest iteration of LAYER enhances energy harvesting efficiency, generating sufficient power even under very low-light conditions (<100 lux). This enables device manufacturers to reduce power constraints, extend product lifespan, and eliminate battery-related maintenance, making self-powered electronics more viable.
With improved efficiency LAYER empowers manufacturers to create truly autonomous IoT sensors, smart building automation devices, and electronic shelf labels.
Jérôme Vernet, VP Sales of Dracula Technologies, commented, "With 15% higher power efficiency, a more compact design, and enhanced aesthetics, we’re addressing the growing demand for smaller, more autonomous, and visually adaptable energy solutions in IoT and smart devices. This advancement helps reduce costs, increase design flexibility, and achieve sustainability goals. By leveraging cutting-edge material science and manufacturing innovations, we continue to push the boundaries of energy harvesting, reinforcing our leadership in the field and commitment to sustainable solutions."
This technological advancement replaces the previous copper bus bars with screen-printed silver, allowing for precise control of the line width, down to 1 mm, which increases the active area and enhances power generation by up to 15%.
This offers either a more compact design with the same power output or higher power with the same surface area, reducing costs by up to 15%. The use of screen printing ensures durability and stability, as it handles the dense silver paste more effectively, producing robust, long-lasting bus bars.
In addition to these efficiency improvements, the aesthetic coating further enhances the module’s integration into product designs, ensuring both functionality and visual appeal.
