Light for its output, weak in heat
The Leapton LP182*182-M-72-NH series consists of modules with N-type cells in a 144-cell array, designed for installations where stable energy production and predictable yields over a longer period are crucial. The use of N-type technology helps to minimize degradation over time and maintain high operating efficiency under varying solar conditions, which is particularly important in the Polish climate with frequent cloud cover and significant seasonal variations.
Compared to the competition, this series stands out due to its high conversion efficiency combined with a module format that allows for efficient use of roof or ground-mounted surfaces without excessive expansion. In practice, this means fewer modules to achieve the desired power output and simpler project logistics.
For industrial and commercial investors, the IP68 enclosure sealing class and compatibility with up to 1500 V systems are also important, which facilitates the design of modern string configurations. The LP182*182-M-72-NH series is suitable for PV farms, manufacturing and warehouse halls, as well as larger self-consumption installations, where durability and predictable performance are the top priorities.
Ranking
Signals from the data
Commercial, utility-scale and shaded-installations.
Hot climates.
Top 18% of the N-type 550-600 W segment, against a median of 52.3.
Bottom 17% of the N-type 550-600 W segment, against a median of -0.290.
N-type technology minimizes PID and LID effects, with the manufacturer guaranteeing 87.4% of nominal power after 30 years and 99% in the first year alone - a notably better degradation profile than typical PERC modules, which often lose around 2% in year one.
The segment standard is typically a 25-year power warranty dropping to roughly 84.8%, whereas the LP182*182-M-72-NH series offers 30 years while retaining 87.4% - a real advantage for investors optimizing LCOE over the long term.
The bifacial construction captures light reflected from the ground, which on bright surfaces (rooftops, gravel, snow) can add several percentage points of annual output without expanding the installed footprint.
An IP68-rated junction box combined with readiness for 1500V system architectures simplifies the design of long strings in utility-scale PV plants and industrial installations, cutting cabling costs and inverter count.
Leapton holds bankable Tier-1 status and has operated since 2012, which lowers financing risk and supports access to project debt for large-scale deployments.
Peak efficiency of 22.1% is lower than direct N-type competitors at the same 585W power class - Hanersun Hitouch 5N (22.65%), Q-SUN Qrystal N8 (22.65%), and Risen RSM144-9 (22.6%). The roughly 0.5 percentage-point gap means a slightly larger array area is needed to reach the same installed capacity.
- Efficiency of 22.1% matches the N-type 550-600W median
- At 221.0 W/m², this panel generates 3.5 W/m² less per unit area than N-type 550-600W median (224.5 W/m²)
- At -0.30%/°C, hot weather performance is typical for N-type 550-600W panels
- 27.0 kg weight - 2.5 kg lighter than N-type 550-600W median (29.5 kg), reducing installation effort
- #6012 for efficiency, #6093 for temperature performance out of 14005 panels
Specifications
Datasheet charts
Measured curves published by Leapton in this model's datasheet. A chart carrying a wattage was measured on that variant alone - only the ones that describe 585 Wp appear here. The rest cover the whole series.
Simulations
Degradation from this panel's own datasheet figures. No inverter, soiling or shading losses.
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