Rocket Lab announces production release of IMM Apex germanium-free space solar cell
Rocket Lab announced the production release of its Inverted Metamorphic (IMM) Apex space solar cell on September 8, 2026, featuring approximately 31.5-32% beginning-of-life efficiency, about 40% lower cell mass, and a germanium-free design that reduces supply chain exposure. The product launch was reported by multiple independent sources.
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@StockSavvyShay
$RKLB just launched a new space solar cell that is 32% efficient, 40% lighter and completely removes germanium from the design. That means more power with less weight while reducing supply chain risk expanding Rocket Lab’s role deeper into satellite infrastructure. https://t.co/f7z55VvgtJ
@RealChickenBoy9
$RKLB 로켓랩 게르마늄 프리 IMM Apex 우주용 태양전지 양산 출시 변환효율 31.5%, 기존 대비 질량 약 40%↓ 드롭인 교체 가능 , 공급제약 광물(게르마늄) 의존 낮춤.
@HeeraniPK
$RKLB just released IMM Apex — a next-generation space solar cell that could be a major step forward for its Space Systems business. • 31.5% beginning-of-life efficiency • 40% lower cell mass • Best-in-class specific power • Germanium-free, reducing exposure to supply https://t.co/NfvnOku9vN
@Sam_Badawi
$RKLB just released IMM Apex, a new space-grade solar cell with 31.5% efficiency and 40% lower mass. It also eliminates germanium, reducing exposure to supply constraints and rising material costs. https://t.co/cxXct2Phgo
@PolymarketMoney
BREAKING: Rocket Lab launches a new space solar cell that is 32% efficient, 40% lighter and completely germanium-free.
@SpaceInvestor_D
$RKLB: Rocket Lab today announced the production release of Inverted Metamorphic (IMM) Apex, the latest iteration of its next-generation solar cell designed to deliver exceptional efficiency and reliability for space applications. IMM Apex boasts a Beginning of Life solar https://t.co/oNcln6IuJ2