--- title: "Jinko Solar JKM525M-72HL4-TV 525W Solar Panel - Specs & Review | ComparePV" description: "Jinko Solar JKM525M-72HL4-TV 525W solar panel. Specs: 20.36% efficiency, Monocrystalline cells, dimensions, warranty and temperature coefficient." source: "https://comparepv.com/panel/jinko-solar-jkm525m-72hl4-tv" updated: 2026-09-11 --- # Jinko Solar JKM525M-72HL4-TV Middle of its segment, needs the roof space 706 panels in the segment PERC 500-550 W ## Identity - **Manufacturer:** Jinko Solar - **Model:** JKM525M-72HL4-TV - **Series:** Tiger Pro 72HC-TV - **Rated power:** 525 W - **Cell technology:** PERC - **Bifacial:** yes ## How it compares Compared against segment PERC 500-550 W (706 panels). | Measure | This panel | Segment median | Standing | Rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Power (Wp) | 525 W | 535 W | Weak - bottom 21% | | | Module efficiency | 20.36% | 20.90% | Weak - bottom 7% | 11,709 | | Power density | 203.6 | 209.0 | Weak - bottom 7% | 11,676 | | Temperature coefficient | -0.350 | -0.350 | Typical | 10,419 | | Weight (kg) | 28.9 kg | 28.4 kg | Typical | | | Performance warranty | 30 yrs | 30 yrs | Typical | 21 | ### Full peer table | Measure | This panel | Segment median | Standing | Rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Module efficiency | 20.36% | 20.90% | Weak - bottom 7% | 11,709 | | Power density | 203.6 | 209.0 | Weak - bottom 7% | 11,676 | | Temperature coefficient | -0.350 | -0.350 | Typical | 10,419 | | Weight per kWp | 55.0 | 53.0 | Typical | 9,432 | | Performance warranty | 30 yrs | 30 yrs | Typical | 21 | ### Watch out for - **203.6 watts per square metre** - Bottom 7% of the PERC 500-550 W segment, against a median of 209.0. Ranked 11,676th in the whole database. - **20.36% module efficiency** - Bottom 7% of the PERC 500-550 W segment, against a median of 20.90%. Ranked 11,709th in the whole database. - **Best for:** Commercial and shaded-installations. - **Not ideal for:** Roofs where every square metre has to count and tight roof space. ## Specification ### Electrical - **Rated power (Pmax):** 525 W - **Efficiency:** 20.36 % - **Voltage at Pmax (Vmp):** 40.61 V - **Current at Pmax (Imp):** 12.93 A - **Open-circuit voltage (Voc):** 49.27 V - **Short-circuit current (Isc):** 13.64 A - **Max system voltage:** 1500 V ### Temperature - **Temperature coefficient of Pmax:** -0.350 %/degC - **Temperature coefficient of Voc:** -0.280 %/degC - **Temperature coefficient of Isc:** 0.048 %/degC - **NOCT:** 45 degC ### Cell and construction - **Cell type:** Monocrystalline - **Cell technology:** PERC - **Cell count:** 144 - **Bifacial:** yes - **Bifacial gain:** 25.00 ### Physical - **Length:** 2274 mm - **Width:** 1134 mm - **Thickness:** 35 mm - **Weight:** 28.9 kg - **Area:** 2.58 m2 - **Power density:** 203.6 Wp/m2 ### Warranty and degradation - **Product warranty:** 12 years - **Performance warranty:** 30 years - **Output guaranteed at end of warranty:** 85.0 % - **First-year degradation:** 2.00 % - **Annual degradation:** 0.45 % - **Output after 30 years:** 446 W ## Rank in the whole catalogue | Measure | Position | | --- | --- | | Efficiency | 11709 of 14005 | | Power density | 11676 of 14005 | | Temperature coefficient | 10419 of 14005 | | Weight | 9432 of 14005 | | Warranty | 21 of 14005 | ## Pros - **Bifacial TV backsheet: 5–25% yield gain** - The 72HC-TV variant uses a transparent backsheet instead of a rear glass layer, reducing module weight while retaining full bifacial functionality. Jinko claims a 5–25% energy yield gain over monofacial equivalents — a tangible LCOE advantage on ground-mount installations with high-albedo surfaces or flat roofs with white membranes. - **Half-cut + MBB: shade resilience** - Half-cut (HC) cell splitting reduces power loss in a partially shaded string by approximately 50% versus full-cell designs. Multi Busbar (MBB) shortens current paths, lowers series resistance, and improves micro-crack resistance — relevant for a module rated for 2400 Pa wind and 5400 Pa snow mechanical loads. - **30-year linear power warranty** - Jinko guarantees ≤1% degradation in Year 1 and ≤0.4%/year from Years 2–30, ensuring ≥87.4% of nameplate power at end of warranty. This outperforms the common PERC 72-cell market standard of 0.45–0.55%/year annual degradation. - **BNEF Tier-1 — confirmed bankability** - Jinko Solar appears on the BloombergNEF Tier-1 list in both Q1 and Q2 2026 (42 manufacturers total), co-leading in annual production capacity at ~120 GW/year. Tier-1 status lowers project financing risk and supports favorable insurance terms for C&I and utility-scale installations. ## Cons - **Series discontinued (2023)** - The Tiger Pro 72HC-TV was manufactured from 2020 to 2023 and has since been removed from Jinko Solar's active product lineup. New stock is essentially unavailable, and sourcing matching modules for array expansion or warranty replacement will likely become impractical within the coming years. - **P-type PERC: higher LID than TOPCon** - P-type PERC cells exhibit a median first-year LID of approximately 1.92% (field data, SurgePV 2026), versus ~0.26% for N-type TOPCon modules. With TOPCon having become the 2026 market standard, the Tiger Pro 72HC-TV effectively starts each installation at a lower real-world power baseline from Season 1 onward. ## About this series Jinko Solar’s Tiger Pro 72HC-TV series is designed for installations where high yield remains crucial even under non-ideal conditions. These modules utilize **half-cut (HC) technology**, which enhances performance during partial shading and minimizes power losses caused by cell heating. Additionally, **Multi Busbar (MBB)** enables better current collection and improves resistance to micro-cracks, leading to more stable energy production over the long term. The 72HC-TV version is a **bifacial module with a transparent rear side**, allowing it to capture reflected light from the ground surface. This is a significant advantage on flat roofs, light membrane roofs, and ground-based structures with the right substrate. Another key feature is its **durable construction**, which appeals to investors seeking predictable returns and lower service risks. This is an excellent choice for companies, agricultural operations, and larger commercial installations where the focus is on achieving a favorable cost-to-energy ratio, not just module datasheet parameters. ## Notable figures - Efficiency of 20.4% is 0.5pp below the \*\*PERC 500-550W\*\* median (20.9%) - 203.6 W/m² power density is 5.4 W/m² below \*\*PERC 500-550W\*\* median (209.0 W/m²) - requires larger installation area - At -0.35%/°C, hot weather performance is typical for \*\*PERC 500-550W\*\* panels - Bifacial design (70% factor) captures reflected light - adds 4-10% yield on ground-mount or white roof - In the top 84% for efficiency among all PERC panels ## Questions ### What warranty comes with the Jinko Solar Tiger Pro 72HC-TV panels? The Tiger Pro 72HC-TV series includes a 12-year product warranty covering manufacturing defects and a 30-year linear power warranty with an annual degradation rate of no more than 0.45%. This is among the stronger power warranties in the PERC module segment. As a Tier 1 manufacturer, Jinko Solar provides the financial stability needed to back these long-term warranty commitments. ### How does the 72HC-TV version differ from a standard bifacial Jinko module? The TV designation stands for Transparent (Back)sheet — instead of an opaque rear film, the module uses a light-transmitting backsheet. This allows the bifacial PERC cells to capture reflected irradiance from the ground surface, similar to a dual-glass design but at a lower weight. On high-albedo surfaces such as white membranes, gravel, or light-colored concrete, this can add several percentage points of energy yield compared to a monofacial module. ### Is the Jinko Tiger Pro 72HC-TV a good fit for flat roofs or ground-mount systems? Yes — flat rooftops and ground-mount arrays are the primary use cases for this module. The bifacial transparent backsheet design only delivers a meaningful yield gain where reflected light can reach the rear surface, making high-albedo substrates like white membranes, gravel, grass, or snow the ideal pairing. On pitched roofs the bifacial effect is negligible, so the 72HC-TV offers no practical advantage over a monofacial module there. ### What do half-cut cells and Multi Busbar technology mean in the Tiger Pro 72HC-TV, and does it matter? Half-cut (HC) means each PERC cell is laser-cut in half, giving the module 144 half-cells instead of 72 full ones. This lowers resistive losses and reduces the impact of partial shading on total output. Multi Busbar (MBB) increases the number of thin current-collecting wires per cell, which lowers the risk of microcracks and improves mechanical stress tolerance. Together, both technologies result in more stable long-term energy production. ### What is the rated power of the Jinko Solar Tiger Pro 72HC-TV, and is it suitable for large commercial installations? The maximum rated power of this series is 545 Wp per module. At that unit output, a 100 kWp system requires roughly 184 panels. The high power density makes this series well-suited for ground-mount farms, large industrial rooftops, and agricultural installations where minimizing cost per kilowatt-hour and making efficient use of available area are the primary design goals. ### Is the Jinko Solar Tiger Pro 72HC-TV series still available for purchase? The Tiger Pro 72HC-TV series has been discontinued and is no longer part of Jinko Solar's active product lineup. Stock may still be available through distributors with existing inventory, but availability is not guaranteed. For new installations, current Jinko Solar series such as Tiger Neo offer comparable or superior performance using newer cell technologies and are fully supported by the manufacturer. ## Datasheet [Manufacturer datasheet (PDF)](https://comparepv.com/datasheets/JKM525-545M-72HL4-TV-F1-EN-fb0f9db5a0d1.pdf) ## Alternatives | Panel | Power | How it differs | | --- | --- | --- | | [Longi Solar LR7-54HJD-510M](https://comparepv.com/panel/longi-lr7-54hjd-510m) | 510 W | Cooler, lighter, +4.6 pp | | [AIKO AIKO-A495-MCE54Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a495-mce54mw) | 495 W | Cooler, lighter, +4.4 pp | | [Longi Solar LR7-60HVH-560M](https://comparepv.com/panel/longi-lr7-60hvh-560m) | 560 W | Cooler, lighter, +4.4 pp | | [Longi Solar LR7-54HJD-505M](https://comparepv.com/panel/longi-lr7-54hjd-505m) | 505 W | Cooler, lighter, +4.3 pp | | [Longi Solar LR7-60HVH-555M](https://comparepv.com/panel/longi-lr7-60hvh-555m) | 555 W | Cooler, lighter, +4.2 pp | | [AIKO AIKO-A490-MCE54Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a490-mce54mw) | 490 W | Cooler, lighter, +4.1 pp | | [Longi Solar LR7-54HJD-500M](https://comparepv.com/panel/longi-lr7-54hjd-500m) | 500 W | Cooler, lighter, +4.1 pp | | [Jinko Solar JS182MHC144-525](https://comparepv.com/panel/jinko-solar-js182mhc144-525) | 525 W | Lighter, -5 yr warranty | | [Jinko Solar JKM530M-72HL4-TV](https://comparepv.com/panel/jinko-solar-jkm530m-72hl4-tv) | 530 W | Very close match | | [Jinko Solar JS182MHC144-530](https://comparepv.com/panel/jinko-solar-js182mhc144-530) | 530 W | Lighter, -5 yr warranty | | [Jinko Solar JKM535M-72HL4-(V)-F3-EN](https://comparepv.com/panel/jinko-solar-jkm535m-72hl4-v-f3-en) | 535 W | +10 W, +0.4 pp, -5 yr warranty | | [Jinko Solar JKM535M-72HL4-BDVP](https://comparepv.com/panel/jinko-solar-jkm535m-72hl4-bdvp) | 535 W | +10 W, heavier, +0.4 pp | | [AIKO AIKO-A650-MAE72Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a650-mae72mw) | 650 W | +125 W, cooler, +4.8 pp | | [AIKO AIKO-A645-MAE72Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a645-mae72mw) | 645 W | +120 W, cooler, +4.6 pp | | [AIKO AIKO-A640-MAE72Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a640-mae72mw) | 640 W | +115 W, cooler, +4.4 pp | | [AIKO AIKO-A635-MAE72Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a635-mae72mw) | 635 W | +110 W, cooler, +4.2 pp | --- Source: https://comparepv.com/panel/jinko-solar-jkm525m-72hl4-tv Not in this file, on the page: a thirty-year output simulator, a bifacial gain calculator and alternatives filtered by how closely they match these dimensions.