NOCT

The abbreviation "NOCT" in photovoltaics stands for "Nominal Operating Cell Temperature," which translates to "Nominal Operating Cell Temperature." NOCT is a standard parameter used to characterize the temperature conditions under which a PV cell should operate under normal operating conditions.

The NOCT specifies the temperature at which the PV cell is expected to operate under realistic conditions, including solar radiation intensity and ambient temperature. This value is useful in evaluating the performance of PV panels because temperature has a significant impact on panel performance.

The main factors that affect NOCT are the intensity of solar radiation, ambient air temperature, wind speed and other environmental factors. The NOCT is used to calculate the temperature of a PV cell under standard conditions and allows an assessment of how the performance of the panels varies under different temperature conditions.

Overall, NOCT is an important parameter in the design and evaluation of PV systems as it helps to predict their operating performance under different temperature conditions, which is important for planning and optimization of solar systems.