Large Area Solar PV Panels

Suntech is the world’s largest manufacturer of crystalline solar PV panels with production capacity exceeding 1.4GW in 2010. As a PV only business Suntech is committed to the renewable energy industry and improving the performance of solar power. Their track record of focussing on quality, innovation and the mass production of solar PV modules has given rise to a broad set of solar products to suit the needs of Australian installers and retailers.

Suntech offers reliable solar products across both polycrystalline and monocrystalline module technologies that allow customers flexibility, high performance features and superior reliability.

High Module Efficiencies

Roofs often have limited space for solar modules. The higher each module's efficiency, the better the efficiency of the entire system. Suntech solar modules have above-average effiencies of up to 15.7%.

 

Suntech TruPower™

Initial light induced degredation (LID) can reduce the power output of a module below the nameplate rating first exposure to sunlight. The Suntech TruPower™ process factors in LID to determine the nameplate wattage. The process ensures all Suntech modules deliver significantly above nameplate wattage from the day they are produced, resulting in higher output than most other brands over their lifetime.

Enhanced Low Light Performance

Module output under laboratory conditions usually does not reflect actual output in real-world installtions. In the field, performance under low light conditions has a strong impact on energy yield. Suntech's novel cell design and inproved solar glass ensure that Suntech modules perform well under real-world, low light conditions.

 

 

SUNTECH large area modules have the following advantages –

• Exceptional design gives an improved appearance when installed
• Strong frame construction to withstand high wind and snow loads
• All junction boxes are encased in silicon to provide high electrical reliability
• Modules are constructed of high quality aluminium frames, with highly transparent low-iron tempered glass
• All modules have IEC,TUV, CE and UL certifications to ensure mechanical and electrical reliability
• All offer a 25 year limited power warranty
• Built to provide outstanding low light performance
• Increased power output due to taper shaped bus bar
• Industry leading electrical performance due to positive tolerance rating +3%
• Anti-reflection and self-cleaning properties optimise each cell’s efficiency

Beginning with its founder’s vision, Sharp’s solar innovation is helping mankind face environmental challenges by making a positive change to create a safe, clean, and reliable sources of energy for now and generations to come. Since 1959, Sharp began its involvement in solar technology with research and development of photovoltaics. Since then, Sharp solar cells and peripheral products have been consistently improved and applied to a wide range of applications from satellites in outer space to terrestrial purposes for lighthouses, industrial applications, and residential use. Sharp has taken a giant step in its commitment for solar technology. A new Sakai plant in Japan is scheduled to come online in 2010. This plant will be capable of producing upto a gigawatt of thin-film solar panels annually. This is another commitment that Sharp has demonstrated for decades by contributing in the creation of a sustainable society for the future.

Sharp Solar PV modules have the following advantages -

• Unsurpassed experience with solar R&D since 1959
• Suitable for grid connect systems
• Sharp Solar modules are manufactured in ISO9001 certified factories
• Modules are made in Japan
• Modules have certifications: IEC61215 and IEC61730
• Strong, low iron, tempered glass, EVA resin and a weatherproof film
• Robust aluminium frames for extended outdoor use
• Modules constructed with bypass diode to minimise power loss caused by shade