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Loom Solar Brand review

HD144N-560

560 Wp TOPCon Bifacial 80%
ComparePV verdict

Middle of its segment, heavy for its output

Rank 6,124 of 14,005
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Power (Wp)
560
Weak · bottom 10%
Efficiency (%)
21.68
Weak · bottom 11%
Density (Wp/m²)
216.8
Weak · bottom 12%
Temp (%/°C)
-0.300
Typical · median -0.290
Weight (kg)
32.5
Weak · 1.3 kg above median
Warranty (yrs)
30
Typical · median 30 yrs

The SHARK Bifacial series is Loom Solar's answer to rising expectations for photovoltaic panels installed on roofs and ground surfaces with high light reflectivity. The panels use N-Type TOPCon cells in a half-cut configuration together with 16 busbars, resulting in more even current distribution, lower resistive losses, and greater cell durability compared to conventional PERC technology. The series' biggest advantage, however, is its bifacial dual-sided design - the module generates energy from both the front and rear side, so on reflective surfaces (grass, white roofing, light-colored concrete) an installation can produce anywhere from a few percent up to over twenty percent more energy than a standard monofacial panel. The dual-glass construction along with an IP68-rated housing provides added protection against moisture, microcracking, and light-induced degradation, directly translating into a lower LCOE over the system's lifetime. The SHARK Bifacial series is especially appealing for ground-mounted installations, solar farms, and industrial sites, where maximizing energy yield from limited mounting area matters, while also demanding strong resilience to harsh operating conditions and long-term performance guarantees.

Ranking

1,018 panels in the segment TOPCon 550-600 W
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 21.68% 22.44% Weak · bottom 11% 7,542
Power density 216.8 224.4 Weak · bottom 12% 7,452
Temperature coefficient -0.300 -0.290 Typical 6,093
Weight per kWp 58.0 53.8 Weak · bottom 7% 11,535
Performance warranty 30 yrs 30 yrs Typical 21
Colour key Strong - top 25% Typical - middle 50% Weak - bottom 25%

Signals from the data

5 positive · 6 caution
Best for

Residential and commercial.

Not ideal for

Weight-limited structures, tight roof space and roofs where every square metre has to count.

Watch-outs
58.0 kg per kWp

Bottom 7% of the TOPCon 550-600 W segment, against a median of 53.8. Ranked 11,535th in the whole database.

21.68% module efficiency

Bottom 11% of the TOPCon 550-600 W segment, against a median of 22.44%.

216.8 watts per square metre

Bottom 12% of the TOPCon 550-600 W segment, against a median of 224.4.

What owners get
N-Type TOPCon cells with 16 busbars

The use of N-type TOPCon half-cut cells with 16 busbars delivers lower LID/LeTID degradation and reduced resistive losses compared to older PERC panels, translating into higher and more stable energy yield over the module's lifetime.

Bifacial design with dual glass and IP68 rating

Two-sided power generation can add up to roughly 10-25% extra output on highly reflective surfaces (grass, light-colored concrete), while the IP68-rated dual-glass enclosure improves resistance to moisture and microcracks.

30-year linear power warranty

The manufacturer offers a 30-year linear power output warranty, matching the longest terms offered by leading players in the segment such as Trina Solar and JinkoSolar in their flagship TOPCon lines.

Proven series on the market since 2021

Shark Bifacial has been in continuous production since 2021 (series_info.discontinued = false), meaning parts availability, service support, and a field-track record confirming the technology's stability under real-world conditions.

Rapidly scaling manufacturing base in India

Loom Solar (founded 2018) crossed INR 1,000 crore in turnover in 2026 and is expanding module manufacturing capacity to 1.2 GW, improving supply chain availability and price competitiveness in the Indian and export markets.

Trade-offs
Efficiency below comparable TOPCon models

Efficiency of 21.29-22.07% is lower than direct peer comparables in this power class (up to 570 Wp) - Horay Solar HS 191R-132 TC Basin reaches 23% and Silfab Commercial NTC 22.3% - meaning a larger installed area is needed for the same installed power.

12-year product warranty shorter than category leaders

The manufacturing defect warranty is 12 years, while leading TOPCon manufacturers (Trina Solar's TrinaProtect program, JinkoSolar) now standardly offer a 25-year product warranty in 2026, making this line less competitive on this parameter despite the matching 30-year power warranty.

No BNEF Tier 1 status

Loom Solar does not appear on BloombergNEF's Tier 1 manufacturer list (Q2 2026), unlike more established brands in the comparable segment such as Silfab, which can matter for bank financing of larger commercial and ground-mount projects.

Notes from the database
  • Module efficiency of 21.7% is 0.8pp below average for TOPCon 550-600W panels (median: 22.4%)
  • At 216.8 W/m², this panel generates 7.6 W/m² less per unit area than TOPCon 550-600W median (224.4 W/m²)
  • Temperature coefficient of -0.30%/°C matches the TOPCon 550-600W median
  • Weight of 32.5 kg is 1.3 kg above TOPCon 550-600W median (31.2 kg) - verify structural support
  • Bifaciality factor of 80% can add 4-12% extra yield with reflective mounting surface

Specifications

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Nominal power (Pmax) 560 Wp Nameplate at 1000 W/m², 25 °C
Module efficiency 21.68 % Weak Segment median 22.44%
Vmpp · Impp 42.40 V · 13.21 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 50.68 V · 14.12 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 32.5 kg Weak Weak · 1.3 kg above median
Cells 144 · TOPCon Monocrystalline
Bifaciality 80 % Rear output as a share of front
Coefficient Pmax -0.300 %/°C Typical median -0.290 of its segment
Coefficient Voc · Isc -0.250 · 0.045 %/°C
NOCT 42 °C At 800 W/m², 20 °C ambient
Product warranty 12 years Hardware defects only
Performance warranty 30 years Typical median 30 yrs · median 30 yrs
End-of-warranty output 87.4 % Equals 489 W guaranteed
Degradation 1.00 → 0.40 % First year, then annual

Datasheet charts

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Measured curves published by Loom Solar in this model's datasheet. A chart carrying a wattage was measured on that variant alone - only the ones that describe 560 Wp appear here. The rest cover the whole series.

Linear Performance Warranty Linear Performance Warranty Whole series I-V Characteristics At Different Irradiations I-V Characteristics At Different Irradiations Whole series P-V Characteristics At Different Irradiations P-V Characteristics At Different Irradiations Whole series I-V Characteristics At Different Temperatures I-V Characteristics At Different Temperatures Whole series

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
-
With bifacial gain
-

Degradation from this panel's own datasheet figures. No inverter, soiling or shading losses.

Heat losses
-0.300 %/°C against a segment median of -0.290
-
Bifacial gain
Rear gain over light concrete: -
-

Model: bifaciality × albedo × 0.6 view factor. A first-order estimate, not a yield simulation.

Filter these
Size
Panel Power Eff. Temp. Weight Difference
Loom Solar HD144N-560 560 W 21.68% -0.300 32.5 kg You are here
LR7-54HJD-510M 510 W 25.00% -0.240 23.5 kg Cooler, lighter, +3.3 pp
LR7-60HVH-560M 560 W 24.80% -0.260 25.0 kg Cooler, lighter, +3.1 pp
LR7-60HVH-555M 555 W 24.60% -0.260 25.0 kg Cooler, lighter, +2.9 pp
LR7-60HVHL-550M 550 W 24.40% -0.260 16.3 kg Cooler, 16 kg lighter, +2.7 pp
JAT60S40-540/LR 540 W 24.40% -0.260 23.5 kg Cooler, lighter, +2.7 pp
GK-5-60HG-540M 540 W 24.40% -0.260 23.3 kg Cooler, lighter, +2.7 pp
JKM545-54QL6-DV-F1-EU 545 W 24.27% -0.260 27.5 kg Cooler, lighter, +2.6 pp
SHARK 550 550 W 21.35% -0.350 29.0 kg Hotter, lighter, -5 yr warranty
HD144N-550 550 W 21.29% -0.300 32.5 kg -10 W, -0.4 pp
HD144N-570 570 W 22.07% -0.300 32.5 kg +10 W, +0.4 pp
SHARK-590 590 W 22.80% -0.300 32.5 kg +30 W, +1.1 pp
SHARK 600 600 W 23.23% -0.290 28.0 kg +40 W, lighter, +1.6 pp
AIKO-A650-MAE72Mw 650 W 25.20% -0.260 27.0 kg +90 W, lighter, +3.5 pp
AIKO-A645-MAE72Mw 645 W 25.00% -0.260 27.0 kg +85 W, lighter, +3.3 pp
AIKO-A640-MAE72Mw 640 W 24.80% -0.260 27.0 kg +80 W, lighter, +3.1 pp
AIKO-A635-MAE72Mw 635 W 24.60% -0.260 27.0 kg +75 W, lighter, +2.9 pp

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Common questions

6 answered
How much extra energy does the Loom Solar Shark Bifacial panel produce thanks to its double-sided design?
Thanks to its bifacial construction, the Shark Bifacial panel generates power from both the front and rear sides. On highly reflective surfaces such as a white roof, light-colored concrete, or grass, the installation can achieve roughly ten to twenty-plus percent more energy than a standard monofacial panel of the same 570 Wp power rating. The actual gain depends on ground albedo, tilt angle, and mounting height.
How does N-Type TOPCon technology in the Shark Bifacial panels differ from conventional PERC cells?
The N-Type TOPCon cells used in the Shark Bifacial series have lower resistive losses and degrade more slowly than conventional PERC cells. Combined with the half-cut layout and 16 busbars, current is distributed more evenly across the cell surface, resulting in higher initial efficiency and a smaller power drop over time, especially at high operating temperatures.
What warranty comes with the Loom Solar Shark Bifacial panels?
Shark Bifacial panels come with a 12-year product warranty covering material and manufacturing defects, plus a 30-year power output warranty guaranteeing the declared cell performance. This is a long coverage period for the Indian market and places the series among premium models, which matters when estimating LCOE for ground-mount and industrial installations.
Are Shark Bifacial panels suitable for ground-mount installations and solar farms?
Yes, the series was designed specifically for such applications. Dual-side power generation from the front and rear maximizes energy yield from limited land area, which is key for large PV farms. The IP68-rated enclosure and dual-glass construction provide added resistance to moisture and harsh weather conditions typical of ground-mount installations.
Does the dual-glass, IP68-rated design protect the Shark Bifacial panel from microcracks and moisture?
Yes, the dual-glass construction, used instead of a rear backsheet, significantly increases the module's mechanical stiffness and reduces the risk of cell microcracks during transport and installation. The IP68 rating protects the junction box and module interior from moisture ingress, which limits light-induced degradation and extends the panel's real-world trouble-free service life.
Who manufactures the Shark Bifacial panels, and does that affect service availability in Europe?
The Shark Bifacial panels are made by Loom Solar, an Indian manufacturer. The company primarily serves the Indian and export markets, so before buying in Europe it's worth checking with a local distributor how warranty claims are handled, spare-part lead times, and whether EU-required certifications are in place, since after-sales support may work differently than with European manufacturers.
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