A back sheet is installed to the bottom of the solar cells for protection, usually made from an ultra-durable plastic material. While. . Most panels on the market are made of monocrystalline, polycrystalline, or thin film ("amorphous”) silicon. Its primary role is to protect the solar cells and internal components, enhancing the panel's performance and extending its lifespan. A backsheet provides the following functions: A solar panel has 5 main layers, which are the following beginning from the top: We can see that the backsheet is located (not surprisingly) at the back. One such component is the solar backsheet.