solar cell; solar battery
A device that converts sunlight directly into electricity. Often used interchangeably with 太陽電池 (taiyō denchi), though ソーラーセル is more common in consumer contexts.
See also: 太陽電池
This calculator runs on a solar cell.
We installed solar cells on the roof to supply our household electricity.
Variant with interpunct; less common in running text.
Loanword from English 'solar cell'.