How To Protect Your Solar Panels From Getting Destroyed By Hail – SlashGear

If you are setting up a solar panel system and also happen to live in an area prone to intense hailstorms, you must invest in solar panels that are rated to withstand the most intense of hailstorms. As of 2024, solar panels that feature the highest level of impact protection boast of UL 61730 or IEC 61370 rating.

Solar panels with either of these ratings are designed to withstand hailstones ranging between 1 and 3 inches. The rating also takes into account the speed at which these hailstones impact the panel. To be IEC 61370 or UL 61370 rated, solar panels should survive an impact caused by a hailstone up to 3 inches in size while traveling at speeds of up to 88.3 mph.

If you invest in a solar panel that features either impact protection ratings, there is a greater chance that these would survive the worst hailstorms. There is no denying that these high-quality panels will be more expensive compared to other options in the market. However, the safety net provided by these panels in terms of impact and damage protection, does make them an attractive proposition.

It is vital to note that not everyone needs this level of impact protection, especially if they live in areas not known for intense hailstorms. According to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), only some parts of Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Texas are prone to hail stones that reach these sizes.

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