How do module dimensions in PAN file affect outputs?

[shri]

If module dimensions are scaled up or down in the PAN file, how does this affect energy? How does this differ from where we specify collector band width? Thanks.

[exceptclay]

Geometry Dash

On 2/15/2024 at 10:17 PM, shri said:

If module dimensions are scaled up or down in the PAN file, how does this affect energy? How does this differ from where we specify collector band width? Thanks.

Scaling module dimensions in the PAN file does not directly affect energy output—it mainly affects shading calculations and layout visualization. Energy yield depends on electrical parameters, not physical size.

In contrast, specifying collector band width (used in 2D shadings) does influence energy results, as it determines how much of the collector surface is exposed or shaded, directly affecting irradiance and losses.