It is possible to use an electrochemical workstation for solar cell characterization, specifically for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs). The workstation can be used to perform Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS), which measures the impedance of the solar cell as a function of frequency. EIS provides information about the resistance and capacitance of the solar cell and can be used to determine the fill factor, open-circuit voltage, and short-circuit current density of the cell.
In the case of perovskite and organic solar cells, EIS can also be used to study the charge transfer resistance, recombination resistance, and the resistance of the electrodes. This information can provide insight into the performance of the solar cell and the mechanisms of charge transport and recombination.
There are a number of studies that have used EIS for solar cell characterization, including the following:
Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy analysis of perovskite solar cells
Investigation of the impedance response of organic solar cells using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy
Characterization of Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells by Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy
Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy analysis of Cu2ZnSn(S,Se)4 solar cells
Characterization of Thin Film Silicon Solar Cells by Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy
In conclusion, while EIS is commonly used for DSSCs, it can also be applied to other types of solar cells to study their electrochemical behavior and performance. However, IPCE (Incident Photon-to-Current Efficiency) instruments are more commonly used for solar cell characterization and provide more detailed information about the spectral response and efficiency of the cell.