Solar panels are advanced photovoltaic (PV) modules that convert sunlight into electricity using semiconductor technology. They are widely used in residential, commercial, and industrial sectors to reduce electricity costs and promote clean energy usage. Modern solar panels are durable, energy-efficient, and designed to perform effectively for 25 years or more. Monocrystalline solar panels offer higher efficiency and better performance in limited rooftop spaces, while polycrystalline panels provide cost-effective energy solutions.
Hanwha Q Cells is a well-known, high-volume panel manufacturer that offers a diverse range of high-quality panels for a variety of applications. The latest Q cells G6+ Duo panels come with a new 25-year product warranty and an improved long-term performance warranty that guarantees 85 percent of rated output after 25 years.
Power rating* (W): 325W – 460W
Efficiency (%): 18.8 – 20.8%
JinkoSolar is the largest Chinese solar panel manufacturer, producing a broad range of affordable and reliable panels. Jinko engineers collaborate closely with Australia’s UNSW solar research centre of excellence and have set several efficiency records over the years through continuous research and development in new PV cell technology. JinkoSolar’s Cheetah (mono) panel series is one of the most popular low-cost panels on the market, with a proven track record of dependability and excellent support from local offices. Jinko’s powerful Tiger and Tiger Pro series of panels has recently pushed the limits of PV cell innovation.
Power rating* (W): 280W – 585W
Efficiency (%): 17 – 20.7%
LONGi Solar has grown rapidly in recent years to become not only one of the largest Chinese solar panel manufacturers, but also the world’s largest monocrystalline cell manufacturer. LONGi manufactures a wide range of cost-effective and highly reliable panels using only monocrystalline cells. LONGi Solar’s Hi-MO 4 mono PERC panels use the common 120 split-cell format and have become one of the most popular and affordable 370W panels on the market.
Power rating* (W): 300W – 540W
Efficiency (%): 18 – 21.0%
Trina Solar is one of the world’s largest solar panel manufacturers, with huge investments on developing a low-cost, high-efficiency panels. The well-known Trina Honey panel range is regarded as high quality and excellent value for money, particularly the Honey M (monocrystalline) panels, which are now available in the more efficient half-cut 120 cell format up to 370W.
Power rating* (W): 280W – 600W
Efficiency (%): 17 – 20.8%
