Space saver, weak in heat
Bonito Max from Navitas Solar is a series of 144-cell modules engineered for large-scale commercial installations and solar farms, where every percentage point of energy yield matters. At the core of the design is half-cut mono PERC technology with 10 busbars, which lets the panel operate like two independent circuits wired in parallel - this approach delivers increased shade tolerance, limiting power losses even when part of the module is partially shaded by leaves, bird droppings, or nearby structures. The cells are separated using a non-destructive laser cutting (NDLC) process, eliminating the microcracks typical of mechanical wafer cleaving and translating into greater long-term durability. The series spans a wide power range, making it easier to match the number of panels to a planned installation without mixing different models. Thanks to PID degradation resistance and a sturdy anodized aluminum frame, the modules hold up well under demanding operating conditions. For investors and installers, a key advantage is lower LCOE - a reduced cost of energy generation over the system's full lifecycle, driven by the combination of high efficiency, long lifespan, and minimized generation losses. It's a strong choice for those seeking a proven balance between cost and performance in utility-scale projects.
Ranking
Signals from the data
Commercial and utility-scale.
Hot climates and owners who want a long output guarantee.
Top 18% of the PERC 500-550 W segment, against a median of 209.0.
Bottom 9% of the PERC 500-550 W segment, against a median of -0.350. Ranked 12,345th in the whole database.
Bottom 23% of the PERC 500-550 W segment, against a median of 30 yrs.
144 half-cut mono PERC cells with 10 busbars operate as two independent parallel circuits, improving shading tolerance. Non-destructive laser cutting (NDLC) eliminates microcracks typical of mechanical wafer breaking, translating into lower long-term degradation.
Peak efficiency of 21.67% matches the best comparable 144-cell PERC modules on the market - Exiom EX540-560M(B) (21.7%) and Fellow Energy FE72-18X (21.7%) - a gap of under 0.1 percentage point.
8 power variants in 5 W increments (525-560 Wp) allow precise matching of panel count to the target commercial or utility-scale installation capacity without mixing models, simplifying string design and logistics.
PID (potential-induced degradation) resistance combined with an anodized aluminum frame ensures stable performance in demanding climates, relevant for large ground-mount and industrial installations.
Navitas Solar has operated since 2013, has roughly 3 GW p.a. of manufacturing capacity, and ranks among the top 10 Indian module manufacturers per JMK Research, reducing counterparty risk on long-term warranties.
The series relies on older mono PERC cells, while Navitas Solar itself already produces a TOPCon line with higher efficiency and lower LID degradation. Buyers seeking the latest N-type cell generation won't find it in the Bonito Max series.
Unlike the comparable Premier Energies model (144 Half Cut PERC Bifacial Dual Glass, 560 Wp), Bonito Max is offered only as a monofacial module, ruling out additional rear-side energy gain in ground-mount installations or on high-albedo surfaces.
- Efficiency of 21.1% matches the PERC 500-550W median
- Power density of 211.0 W/m² matches the PERC 500-550W median
- At -0.36%/°C, hot weather performance is typical for PERC 500-550W panels
- Ranked #9519 out of 14005 panels for efficiency in the database
Specifications
Simulations
Degradation from this panel's own datasheet figures. No inverter, soiling or shading losses.
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