Australian PV module manufacturer Tindo Solar has introduced a new n-type bifacial solar panel with a power output of 425W and a conversion efficiency of 21.8%.
Tindo Solar Launches First Australian-Made N-Type and Bifacial Panels
Adelaide-based manufacturer Tindo Solar has introduced its new Walara series, which includes the 425 W G3P module. This series is claimed to be the first Australian-made solar panel range to incorporate locally engineered and produced n-type and bifacial technologies.
“The Walara series represents a significant leap forward in Australian solar technology. Our goal was to create a product that is an evolution of our previous panels, created based on installation and customer needs.” said Richard Petterson, Tindo Chief Executive Officer.
The launch of the new panel coincides with Tindo's exploration of opportunities to substantially boost its manufacturing output, including plans to establish a 1 GW capacity factory in one of the eastern states.
Tindo's current manufacturing facility in Mawson Lakes, northern Adelaide has an annual capacity of 360,000 panels. However, the company plans to build a new plant with the capacity to produce 1.9 million panels per year.
Walara 425 W Panel Boosts Efficiency with Bifacial Design
The Walara 425 W panel is equipped with 108 half-cut n-type cells, which Tindo claims minimizes energy loss from resistance and heat, resulting in improved efficiency. Additionally, the bifacial panel uses 3.2 mm fully tempered double ARC glass, allowing it to capture sunlight from both sides and significantly enhance power output.
“This development ensures that the panels perform exceptionally well in Australia’s demanding conditions,” said, the company.
Tindo's Walara 425 W bifacial solar panel, designed with n-type cells and tempered double ARC glass, boosts efficiency and durability in Australia's challenging conditions.
The panel measures 1,722 mm by 1,133 mm by 35 mm and weighs 22 kg. It operates within a temperature range of -40°C to 85°C. Its open-circuit voltage is 38.91 V and the short-circuit current is 14 A. The panel features a junction box with an IP68 rating and a 35 mm frame made of black anodized aluminium alloy which Tindo claims reduces micro-cracks and ensures long-term durability.
Solar Panel Offers 25-Year Guarantee and Warranty for Long-Term Performance
The panel includes a 25-year power output guarantee ensuring 87.4% of the original yield along with a 25-year product warranty.
The 425 W GP3 is part of Tindo's Walara series which features four distinct power class modules, though specific sizes for the other modules have not been disclosed. The series will offer various cell configurations and come in white-back, black-back and bifacial options catering to different installation needs.
Petterson stated that the Walara series, now available, meets the demand for high quality and performance with a reliable solution.
“We wanted to create a unique competitive advantage for local suppliers and installers, offering value-based options for customers seeking to use solar energy to enhance their energy security. Our priority remains driving innovation through domestic manufacturing, and in doing so, providing Australian consumers with locally made technology designed to thrive in local weather conditions.” he said.
Petterson stated that the new plant will be strategically positioned to play a crucial role in fostering a competitive domestic solar manufacturing industry and expanding the broader supply chain.
“Our solar panel gigafactory can be the first step, offering the scale and volume that provides the demand-pull-through to attract local investment further back up the chain,” he said.