ASM vs Runtech China - solar panel manufacturer comparison
Runtech China has the broader catalog (21 vs 1 models). Runtech China leads on peak efficiency at 24.30%.
Both catalogues are read from the manufacturers' own datasheets. A brand is not scored against the market here, only against the other brand on this page.
The two companies
Australian Solar Manufacturing (ASM) is a small Australian solar panel assembler that produces crystalline monocrystalline modules domestically using components sourced from Germany, Japan, the USA, and China. The company focuses on providing locally assembled PV modules tailored to Australian conditions, supporting...
- Founded
- 2009
- Headquarters
- Hallam, Victoria, Australia
- Employees
- 1-10
Runtech Energy, founded in 2008, is a leading independent solar production supplier and designer. They are a trader of solar modules and PV project developer, with over 500MW of premium quality modules deployed worldwide. Runtech is committed to providing high-quality solar products and system integration services.
- Founded
- 2008
- Headquarters
- Xi'an, China
- Employees
- 50+
Catalogue against catalogue
An average over a catalogue describes the range a manufacturer publishes, not the module you would buy. A brand with two flagship panels and eighty older ones averages worse than one that has retired its back catalogue.
What each of them builds
Runtech China skews to higher efficiency: 5% of lineup is 23%+
The flagships
Written summary
ASM is an Australian-based solar assembler, trading as Australian Solar Manufacturing, that builds monocrystalline modules domestically using imported components from Germany, Japan, the USA, and China. It does not hold BloombergNEF Tier 1 bankability status, and its publicly documented catalog centers on relatively low-wattage panels in the 170-200 Wp range, well below the 400-500 Wp class now standard in new installations worldwide. Runtech China is a Chinese manufacturer based in Xi'an with a production facility in Changzhou, Jiangsu, founded around 2008 and active in solar module production and small-scale solar plant development for more than a decade. It likewise does not appear on BloombergNEF's Tier 1 list, operates with a modest annual OEM/ODM production capacity reported around 200 MW, and has reportedly deployed several hundred megawatts of modules cumulatively. Neither company carries the institutional footprint of major global suppliers, though Runtech's broader manufacturing scale and longer export-oriented OEM history give it a somewhat larger industrial presence than ASM's domestically focused assembly operation.
In terms of product fit, ASM's low-wattage monocrystalline panels are generally positioned for legacy or niche residential installations in Australia, particularly for buyers prioritizing local assembly over cutting-edge wattage or efficiency. Runtech China's lineup spans a wide range from small 5W panels up to 600 W modules, including polycrystalline options, suggesting a broader but less specialized catalog aimed at OEM/ODM buyers, smaller commercial rooftops, and budget-conscious projects rather than premium residential or utility-scale deployments. Neither manufacturer's public materials confirm use of advanced cell technologies such as TOPCon or HJT, indicating both are likely working with more conventional PERC or standard crystalline platforms.
For a typical buyer in 2025, neither brand is a strong default choice compared to established Tier 1 suppliers, given the lack of BloombergNEF bankability and limited independent verification for both. Runtech China may offer more flexibility for OEM or budget commercial projects due to its broader wattage range and export experience, while ASM could appeal narrowly to buyers with a specific preference for Australian-assembled hardware. Buyers prioritizing financing, long-term warranty support, or large-scale deployment should generally look toward recognized Tier 1 manufacturers rather than either of these two brands.
Generated by Claude Sonnet 5 · 2026-10-01
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