Coatings for encapsulation of photovoltaic cells

摘要

Thin film photovoltaic cells having a protective coating as an encapsulant are disclosed. The protective coating is one that imparts durability, moisture resistance and/or abrasion resistance to the photovoltaic layer of the cell. One or more coating layers, either alone or in combination with one or more primer or adhesive layers, can be used. Powder, liquid and electrodeposited coatings can all be used according to the present invention. Methods of making such cells are also disclosed.