Strong in heat, no clear weak spot
Longi Solar S10 Double Glass Premium Black (LR7-54HJBB) 490-505M modules are designed for maximum energy production from limited roof surfaces - without compromising on aesthetics. Their key feature is the combination of a heterojunction with back-contact (HIBC) structure, ensuring a uniformly black module front while maximizing light capture even under less-than-ideal conditions. The double glass construction enhances operational stability and resistance to environmental factors, which is especially noticeable in installations exposed to significant temperature fluctuations or challenging weather conditions.
The main advantage of this series is its high tolerance to partial shading and minimized losses, which are common issues in many homes due to chimneys, window frames, or trees. The applied technology also reduces the risk of hot spots, contributing to safety and long-term reliability. This makes it an excellent choice for demanding premium rooftop installations where maximum yield per square meter and the total-black appearance - whether for new builds or renovations - are key priorities.
Ranking
Signals from the data
Residential and shaded-installations.
Top 1% of the N-type 450-500 W segment, against a median of -0.290. Ranked 13th in the whole database.
Top 1% of the N-type 450-500 W segment, against a median of 22.52%. Ranked 131st in the whole database.
Top 2% of the N-type 450-500 W segment, against a median of 225.2. Ranked 159th in the whole database.
Maximum module efficiency (505 Wp variant) reaches 24.7%, exceeding comparable series in the segment - Sunova Tangra M Pro HD (22.7%), Q-SUN Qrystal N10 (22.7%) and Hiwatt HW-M12/100H (21%) - by 2 to 3.7 percentage points. This translates to a power density of roughly 250 W/m2, critical for limited roof space.
The combination of heterojunction with back-contact architecture is LONGi's first commercialized module of this kind, with cells certified by ISFH at 28.13% and module performance verified by NREL at 26.4%. No visible busbars on the front gives a uniform black look without sacrificing performance, while the back-contact design improves partial-shade tolerance and lowers hot-spot risk.
The manufacturer provides a 30-year warranty on both the product and power output (minimum ~88.85% retained after 30 years), whereas most tier-1 manufacturers standardize on 12-15 years of product warranty with 25-30 years of power warranty. This represents a meaningful extension of investment protection.
The Pmax temperature coefficient is -0.24%/°C, notably better than the typical -0.34% to -0.38%/°C seen on PERC modules. This means lower power losses on hot days and higher realistic annual yield, particularly during summer.
LONGi Solar has operated since 2000 and holds Tier-1 bankable status, reducing manufacturer default risk over the 30-year warranty horizon offered on this series.
This series relies on HIBC technology commercialized only since 2025, so independent, multi-year field performance data is not yet available, unlike more mature PERC or standard TOPCon technologies that have been on the market for several years.
The module weighs 23.5 kg at 1800x1134x30 mm dimensions, heavier than typical single-glass/backsheet panels of comparable power and size. For retrofits on older roofs, structural load capacity should be verified before installation.
- Efficiency of 24.3% is 1.8pp above the N-type 450-500W median (22.5%)
- Power density of 242.5 W/m² packs 17.3 W/m² more into the same footprint vs N-type 450-500W median (225.2 W/m²)
- Temperature coefficient of -0.24%/°C vs median -0.29%/°C means ~2% less power loss at 65°C
- In the top 1% for efficiency among all N-type panels
Specifications
Datasheet charts
Measured curves published by Longi Solar in this model's datasheet. A chart carrying a wattage was measured on that variant alone - only the ones that describe 495 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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