If you’re into everything solar like I am, you’ll be thrilled to know about the recent strides in solar technology making waves in the industry. I’m excited to share with you that a prominent Chinese solar company has just introduced a brand new series of solar modules at a recent ATP Masters event in Shanghai. The Hi-Mo X10 module series boasts of a power conversion efficiency of up to an awe-inspiring 24.8%!
The new module series is a product of the company’s proprietary 2nd generation hybrid passivated back contact (HPBC2.0) cell technology. It comes in four versions with a power output of up to 665 W, making them robust contenders among solar arrays for home. Unlike traditional solar panels for your home, these innovative modules measure 2,382 mm x 1,134 mm x 30 mm and weigh in at 33.5 kg.
Furthermore, their temperature coefficient is -0.26% per C. This is an important specification to consider when choosing solar panels for your home, because it indicates how much power output drops when the panel’s temperature rises.
Adding to their appeal, these modules come with a 15-year product warranty, and get this, a 30-year linear power output warranty. These new panels have been designed for an annual linear degradation rate of 0.35% over 30 years.
These new modules reportedly have an efficiency which is 1% higher than their predecessors. That might not seem like a lot, but every percentage counts in the world of solar. They are built with 182mm n-type TaiRay wafers, which offer several benefits. Among other things, these wafers are known for their superior resistance consistency, reduction of metal impurities, and exceptional mechanical strength.
One significant feature of the new modules is their unique bypass diode structure that lets blocked current reroute independently when encountering shade. This incredible feature leads to over 70% less power loss compared to traditional TOPCon products. In my experience, shade is a common issue most homeowners face and this technology can be a game-changer.
And finally, the solar modules include a zero-busbar (0BB) design that eliminates busbars and gridlines on both front and rear sides of the panel. This maximises light absorption on one side and enhances the efficiency of reflected light capture on the other.
If you ask me, that’s pretty groundbreaking. The solar company announced that their HPBC products have surpassed 20 GW at the end of the first half of 2024. They also project that the capacity of the HPBC2.0 modules will expand to a massive 50 GW by the end of 2025.
As always, as your trusted solar blogger and enthusiast, I’ll be keeping a close eye on how these developments shape the future of the solar industry. Choosing the right solar company and solar panels for your home can be a daunting process, but with information like this at your fingertips, I hope it’ll be an easier task for you. After all, the solar revolution is well underway, and I’m thrilled to be a part of it with you all! Remember, every photon counts!
Original Articlehttps://pv-magazine-usa.com/2024/10/15/longi-introduces-665-w-hpbc-photovoltaic-modules/
