Can you walk on solar panels?

In short, yes. However, while walking on solar panels is possible and safe for you and the panels, it is not always recommended. To help you understand more about it, in this article, we explain how resistant solar panels are, how to walk on top of a solar panel properly, and what will happen if you do it the wrong way.

What happens if you walk on solar panels?

Walking on panels leads to cracks and breakage. Also, the thin-film panels cannot handle heavy weight. When you walk on the solar panel glass, they get scratched easily from the particles stuck to your foot or footwear. When scratches on the glass, it loses its optimum ability to utilize the sunlight, leading to a lowered solar cell efficiency.

How to navigate your body weight while walking on solar panels?

Few tips can help you safely navigate your body weight by walking on Solar Panels and over the eligible solar power system. It is not how much weight but how you distribute it evenly is important while walking on them. Move slowly without putting much pressure that pushes the surface of the solar panel.

Can you walk on flexible solar panels?

Never think of stepping on the flexible solar panels as they are very fragile to your weight. Even though they are tolerant to reasonable climatic conditions, they are not capable of bearing point load. If you must walk on them, ensure you wear heavy-duty rubber boots as the tempered glass surface is very slippery.

Can you sit on a solar panel?

Sitting on a solar panel would carry the same weight if you were to stand on them, so again it’s not advised that you sit on a solar panel. See also Can You Use Rain X On Solar Panels? (Only When) This is unless the solar panel is specifically designed to withstand the weight of a human. This would include tempered glass and a reinforced frame.

Can a solar panel installer walk on top of a module?

While some solar panel installers walk on top of modules when performing an installation, there is still a danger of glass breaking and the module getting damaged. Most installers walk skillfully and do not put pressure on the middle of the glass to avoid damaging it or the solar cells.