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Hanersun HN18-72H570W
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HN18-72H570W

570 Wp TOPCon
ComparePV verdict

Middle of its segment, short guarantee

Rank 6,287 of 14,005
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Power (Wp)
570
Typical for its class
Efficiency (%)
22.07
Typical · median 22.44%
Density (Wp/m²)
220.7
Typical · median 224.4
Temp (%/°C)
-0.310
Weak · bottom 10%
Weight (kg)
28.5
Typical · median 31.2 kg
Warranty (yrs)
25
Weak · bottom 5%

The Hanersun Hitouch 5N HN18-72H (565-585W) series is designed to maximize energy production in real-world operating conditions. The modules utilize N-type TOPCon cells, which perform better over time and operate more stably at higher temperatures, resulting in more predictable energy production over the years. The use of half-cut and MBB (Multi-Busbar) designs reduces resistive losses, reduces susceptibility to microcracks, and improves performance under partial shading - which is important on roofs with skylights, chimneys, or installations near trees.

Another noteworthy feature is dense lamination and precise connection design, which supports durability and efficiency even in less sunny conditions. In practice, this series helps to reduce the cost of energy from your own installation without the need to increase the building footprint.

The Hitouch 5N HN18-72H is a good choice for commercial and industrial installations, as well as larger ground-mounted systems, where high power density, reliability, and resistance to typical operating losses are important.

Ranking

1,018 panels in the segment TOPCon 550-600 W
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 22.07% 22.44% Typical 6,136
Power density 220.7 224.4 Typical 6,058
Temperature coefficient -0.310 -0.290 Weak · bottom 10% 8,005
Weight per kWp 50.0 53.8 Typical 3,575
Performance warranty 25 yrs 30 yrs Weak · bottom 5% 9,798
Colour key Strong - top 25% Typical - middle 50% Weak - bottom 25%

Signals from the data

5 positive · 4 caution
Best for

Commercial, utility-scale, shaded-installations and cold-climate.

Not ideal for

Owners who want a long output guarantee and hot climates.

Watch-outs
25 year performance warranty

Bottom 5% of the TOPCon 550-600 W segment, against a median of 30 yrs. Ranked 9,798th in the whole database.

-0.310 %/°C temperature coefficient

Bottom 10% of the TOPCon 550-600 W segment, against a median of -0.290.

What owners get
Up to 22.65% Efficiency – Top of the Segment

A maximum module efficiency of 22.65% positions the series alongside the best comparable products in this power class (Q-SUN Qrystal N8: 22.65%, Risen RSM144-9: 22.6%). This translates to higher energy yield from the same roof or ground area without paying a premium-tier brand surcharge.

N-Type TOPCon: Low LID and LeTID Degradation

N-type TOPCon cells exhibit degradation of ≤1% in year one and ≤0.4%/year thereafter (vs. standard PERC: ~2% LID in year 1 and ~0.55%/year), resulting in higher cumulative energy yield over the full system lifetime. A linear 25-year power warranty protects the installation's energy performance.

Kiwa PVEL Top Performer 2025

Hanersun Energy achieved Top Performer status in the 11th edition of the Kiwa PVEL PV Module Reliability Scorecard (2025) — an independent verification of resistance to environmental degradation (TC, DH, PID, LID+LeTID testing), distinguishing the manufacturer from the majority of second-tier Chinese suppliers.

Mechanical Load Rating of 5,400 / 2,400 Pa

Certified static load resistance of 5,400 Pa (front-side, e.g. snow) and 2,400 Pa (rear-side, wind uplift) enables installation in higher climatic load zones without increasing racking density, reducing overall system CAPEX.

Half-Cut + MBB: Shade Tolerance

Half-cut cell technology combined with multi-busbar (MBB) architecture reduces resistive losses and minimizes the impact of partial shading on overall energy yield — a significant advantage for rooftop installations with chimneys, dormers, or proximity to tree lines.

Trade-offs
No BNEF Tier 1 Status (Currently)

Hanersun does not appear on the current BNEF Tier 1 bankable manufacturers list (context data: tier_1_bankable: false, verified 2025–2026). Despite a historical listing in Q2 2023 for the 600W+ series, the absence of current Tier 1 status may complicate project financing for commercial and industrial applications where lenders require bankable modules as a condition of credit approval.

12-Year Product Warranty – Below Segment Standard

The 12-year product warranty is shorter than that offered by leading manufacturers in a comparable price and power class (Risen Energy: 15 years, LONGi Hi-MO 6: 15 years). For commercial and industrial installations with a 20+ year horizon, this represents an element of operational risk in the event of product defects beyond year 12.

Notes from the database
  • Efficiency of 22.1% matches the TOPCon 550-600W median
  • Power density of 220.7 W/m² is 3.8 W/m² below TOPCon 550-600W median (224.4 W/m²) - needs more roof space
  • At -0.31%/°C, loses 0.02pp more power per degree than TOPCon 550-600W median (-0.29%/°C)
  • Weight of 28.5 kg (2.7 kg below TOPCon 550-600W median of 31.2 kg) allows easier transport and roof mounting
  • Ranked #6136 out of 14005 panels for efficiency in the database

Specifications

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Nominal power (Pmax) 570 Wp Nameplate at 1000 W/m², 25 °C
Module efficiency 22.07 % Typical Segment median 22.44%
Vmpp · Impp 42.80 V · 13.32 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 51.00 V · 14.11 A Sizes the string length
Max system voltage 1500 V Longer strings than 1000 V modules
Dimensions 2278×1134×30 mm · 2.58 m² of roof
Weight 28.5 kg Typical Typical · median 31.2 kg
Cells 144 · TOPCon Monocrystalline
Coefficient Pmax -0.310 %/°C Weak bottom 10% of its segment
Coefficient Voc · Isc -0.260 · 0.046 %/°C
NOCT 42 °C At 800 W/m², 20 °C ambient
Product warranty 12 years Hardware defects only
Performance warranty 25 years Weak bottom 5% · median 30 yrs
End-of-warranty output 89.4 % Equals 498 W guaranteed
Degradation 1.00 → 0.40 % First year, then annual

Simulations

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Lifetime output & value
30 years at 1200 kWh/kWp/year and €0.50 per kWh
Power in year 30
-
Lifetime energy
-
Energy value
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Degradation from this panel's own datasheet figures. No inverter, soiling or shading losses.

Heat losses
-0.310 %/°C against a segment median of -0.290
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Filter these
Size
Panel Power Eff. Temp. Weight Difference
Hanersun HN18-72H570W 570 W 22.07% -0.310 28.5 kg You are here
LR7-60HVH-560M 560 W 24.80% -0.260 25.0 kg Cooler, +2.7 pp, +5 yr warranty
LR7-60HVH-555M 555 W 24.60% -0.260 25.0 kg Cooler, +2.5 pp, +5 yr warranty
LR7-60HVHL-550M 550 W 24.40% -0.260 16.3 kg Lighter, +2.3 pp, +5 yr warranty
JAT60S40-540/LR 540 W 24.40% -0.260 23.5 kg Lighter, +2.3 pp, +5 yr warranty
GK-5-60HG-540M 540 W 24.40% -0.260 23.3 kg Lighter, +2.3 pp, +5 yr warranty
JKM545-54QL6-DV-F1-EU 545 W 24.27% -0.260 27.5 kg Cooler, +2.2 pp, +5 yr warranty
LR7-60HVH-545M 545 W 24.20% -0.260 25.0 kg Cooler, +2.1 pp, +5 yr warranty
HN18-72H535W 535 W 20.71% -0.350 28.5 kg -35 W, hotter, -1.4 pp
HN18-72H540W 540 W 20.90% -0.350 28.5 kg -30 W, hotter, -1.2 pp
HN18-72H545W 545 W 21.09% -0.350 28.5 kg -25 W, hotter, -1.0 pp
HN18-72H550W 550 W 21.29% -0.350 28.5 kg -20 W, hotter, -0.8 pp
HN18-72H555W 555 W 21.48% -0.350 28.5 kg -15 W, hotter, -0.6 pp
HN18-72H560W 560 W 21.68% -0.350 28.5 kg -10 W, hotter, -0.4 pp
AIKO-A650-MAE72Mw 650 W 25.20% -0.260 27.0 kg +80 W, +3.1 pp, +5 yr warranty
AIKO-A645-MAE72Mw 645 W 25.00% -0.260 27.0 kg +75 W, +2.9 pp, +5 yr warranty
AIKO-A640-MAE72Mw 640 W 24.80% -0.260 27.0 kg +70 W, +2.7 pp, +5 yr warranty

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Common questions

6 answered
What is TOPCon technology in the Hanersun Hitouch 5N HN18-72H panels, and is it worth the premium?
TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) cells are N-type cells with a lower temperature coefficient and slower degradation than older PERC cells. In practice, this means higher annual energy yields and more predictable output throughout the full 25-year power warranty period. For commercial installations, the difference in lifetime energy production is measurable and typically justifies the higher module cost.
What warranties does the Hanersun Hitouch 5N HN18-72H come with?
Hanersun provides a 12-year product warranty covering material and workmanship defects, plus a 25-year linear power output warranty. Annual power degradation from year 2 onward is no more than 0.4%, which outperforms the typical 0.55% of standard PERC modules. This means the panel should retain over 88% of its nominal power after 25 years of operation.
Can the Hanersun Hitouch 5N HN18-72H panels handle partial shading from a chimney or dormer?
Yes. The half-cut cell design splits each module into independent electrical segments, so shading on one section has a significantly smaller impact on total system output. The MBB (multi-busbar) layout further reduces resistive losses and lowers the risk of microcracks. This series will therefore outperform older full-cell modules on roofs with chimneys, dormers, or nearby trees.
Are the Hitouch 5N HN18-72H panels bifacial?
No, the HN18-72H series is monofacial — it captures solar energy from the front side only. This simplifies installation and ensures full compatibility with standard rooftop mounting systems where reflected albedo light would not be captured anyway. If bifacial performance is a priority, Hanersun offers a separate variant, the HN18N-72HT, with dual-sided energy collection.
What type of installation are the Hanersun Hitouch 5N HN18-72H 585W panels best suited for?
The series targets commercial, industrial, and large-scale ground-mounted systems where high power density is critical. At 585W per module, fewer panels are required to reach a given system capacity, which reduces BoS costs including cabling, mounting hardware, and labor. For residential rooftop installations, smaller and lighter module formats are generally a better fit.
Is Hanersun a reputable manufacturer, and what certifications do the HN18-72H modules carry?
Hanersun is a Chinese PV manufacturer that is not currently listed on the Bloomberg NEF Tier 1 panel. The Hitouch 5N modules carry IEC 61215 and IEC 61730 certifications, and the datasheet confirms a static load rating of 5,400 Pa front and 2,400 Pa rear, meeting requirements for high snow and wind load zones. Verify the current certification status with your local distributor before purchasing.
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