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Choosing the Right Solar Panels for Your Project
Whether you are sourcing panels for a residential rooftop, a commercial ground mount, or a remote off-grid system, selecting the right module comes down to cell technology, wattage, physical size, and warranty terms. Below is a quick reference to help you narrow your options.
Monocrystalline vs. Bifacial Panels
Standard monocrystalline panels use a single layer of high-purity silicon cells and deliver efficiencies between 20 % and 22 % — the best choice for space-constrained residential rooftops. Bifacial panels absorb reflected light on their rear surface and can produce 10–30 % more energy in ground-mount or elevated installations with reflective surfaces underneath. If you are designing a ground-mount array with white gravel or concrete below, bifacial modules often deliver a lower cost per kilowatt-hour over the system lifetime.
N-Type Cell Technology (TOPCon & HJT)
The industry is moving from legacy P-type PERC cells to N-type architectures. TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) modules now reach 23–24 % efficiency in commercial production, while Heterojunction (HJT) panels offer the lowest temperature coefficient — meaning they lose less output on hot days. N-type panels also degrade more slowly, typically under 0.4 % per year, which translates to higher lifetime energy yield and better ROI for your customers.
Panel Wattage & Sizing
Residential modules typically range from 400 W to 450 W, fitting standard roof layouts and staying within manageable weight limits. Commercial and utility-scale panels now reach 550–730 W per module, reducing the total panel count, racking hardware, and labor hours per kilowatt installed. Always check the module dimensions against your racking system compatibility before ordering.
What to Look for When Buying
Prioritize panels with a 25-year product warranty and a 30-year performance guarantee. Verify the manufacturer is on the Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) Tier 1 list, which tracks bankability rather than just quality. Check the temperature coefficient (lower is better for hot climates), the mechanical load rating (important for snow and wind zones), and whether the panel carries IEC 61215 and UL 61730 certifications required by most AHJs.
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