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PolyCrown Solar Tech Brand review

NS-100MH-36

100 Wp Monocrystalline
ComparePV verdict

Space saver, no clear weak spot

Rank 13,282 of 14,005
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Power (Wp)
100
Weak · bottom 17%
Efficiency (%)
21.29
Strong · top 4%
Density (Wp/m²)
212.9
Strong · top 1%
Temp (%/°C)
-0.290
Strong · top 7%
Weight (kg)
5.0
Strong · 6.2 kg below median
Warranty (yrs)
25
Typical · median 25 yrs

PolyCrown Solar Tech Monocrystalline36 series panels are an advanced solution based on high-efficiency monocrystalline cells that maximize energy yield even in challenging lighting conditions. Thanks to the use of technology that reduces resistive losses, these modules offer exceptional operational stability for many decades. They utilize an anti-reflective coating and high-transmittance tempered glass, which significantly improves the absorption of sunlight at low angles of incidence. This series is ideal for systems requiring uncompromising reliability, such as off-grid installations, autonomous street lighting, or mobile power systems in campers and yachts. Unlike standard solutions, Monocrystalline36 features increased resistance to the PID effect and excellent mechanical strength against extreme snow and wind loads. This equipment eliminates the problem of premature power degradation, making it a safe and highly predictable investment. Precise manufacturing of the anodized aluminum frame ensures exceptional durability in corrosive environments, effectively protecting the cells against moisture. By choosing this series, the user receives a product that optimizes energy self-consumption, standing out from the competition with an excellent temperature coefficient that effectively limits performance drops on hot days.

Ranking

223 panels in the 0-200 W band, all technologies
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 21.29% 15.70% Strong · top 4% 8,708
Power density 212.9 156.3 Strong · top 1% 8,595
Temperature coefficient -0.290 -0.370 Strong · top 7% 2,165
Weight per kWp 50.0 72.0 Strong · top 6% 3,317
Performance warranty 25 yrs 25 yrs Typical 9,798
Colour key Strong - top 25% Typical - middle 50% Weak - bottom 25%

Signals from the data

7 positive · 2 caution
Best for

Roofs where every square metre counts, small roofs that need every watt and weight-limited structures.

Strengths
212.9 watts per square metre

Top 1% of the 0-200 W band, against a median of 156.3. Ranked 8,595th in the whole database.

21.29% module efficiency

Top 4% of the 0-200 W band, against a median of 15.70%. Ranked 8,708th in the whole database.

50.0 kg per kWp

Top 6% of the 0-200 W band, against a median of 72.0. Ranked 3,317th in the whole database.

What owners get
Tier-1-level efficiency

The 21.29% efficiency matches JA Solar's Monocrystalline36 module (BNEF Tier 1, Q2 2026) at the same 100 Wp power class, and clearly outperforms the other peer comparables at this power level: Easun Power (19.63%, +1.7 pp) and TPL Solar (15.67%, nearly +6 pp).

Extended warranty for the 100 Wp segment

A 15-year product warranty and 25-year power warranty is unusually strong for the small 100 Wp panel segment aimed at mobile/off-grid use, where competitors often offer only 1-5 year warranties.

PID resistance and reduced power degradation

Enhanced PID resistance combined with resistive-loss-reducing technology lowers the risk of premature power degradation, which matters for long-term operation in autonomous installations without regular servicing.

Build quality suited to harsh conditions

The anti-reflective coating, tempered high-transmittance glass, and anodized aluminum frame improve light absorption at low incidence angles and corrosion resistance, matching marine (yacht) and mobile (RV) use cases.

Trade-offs
Manufacturer not on the BNEF Tier 1 list

Ningbo Polycrown Solar Energy Technology (founded 2014) has an annual production capacity of roughly 200 MW, versus the smallest BNEF Tier 1 Q2 2026 entrants (e.g., DMEGC) at ~21 GW. The manufacturer is absent from that list, unlike peer JA Solar (88 GW capacity, AAA bankability rating), limiting project bankability for non-recourse financing.

Small scale vs. global leaders

An annual production capacity of ~200 MW is several orders of magnitude smaller than market leaders Jinko Solar and LONGi (120 GW/year each), raising higher risk around fulfilling the 25-year power warranty commitment if the manufacturer faces financial difficulties.

Notes from the database
  • At 21.3% efficiency, this panel is 0.5pp below the database median of 21.8%
  • Power density of 212.9 W/m² is 5.2 W/m² below database median (218.1 W/m²) - needs more roof space
  • At -0.29%/°C, hot weather performance is typical for database panels
  • Weight of 5.0 kg (21.5 kg below database median of 26.5 kg) allows easier transport and roof mounting
  • #8708 for efficiency, #2165 for temperature performance out of 14005 panels

Specifications

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Nominal power (Pmax) 100 Wp Nameplate at 1000 W/m², 25 °C
Module efficiency 21.29 % Strong Segment median 15.70%
Vmpp · Impp 19.80 V · 5.06 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 23.40 V · 5.34 A Sizes the string length
Max system voltage 1000 V Longer strings than 1000 V modules
Dimensions 770×610×30 mm · 0.47 m² of roof
Weight 5.0 kg Strong Strong · 6.2 kg below median
Cells 36 Monocrystalline
Coefficient Pmax -0.290 %/°C Strong top 7% of its segment
Coefficient Voc · Isc -0.250 · 0.045 %/°C
NOCT 45 °C At 800 W/m², 20 °C ambient
Product warranty 15 years Hardware defects only
Performance warranty 25 years Typical median 25 yrs · median 25 yrs
End-of-warranty output 80.0 % Equals 76 W guaranteed
Degradation 2.50 → 0.73 % First year, then annual

Simulations

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Lifetime output & value
30 years at 1200 kWh/kWp/year and €0.50 per kWh
Power in year 30
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Lifetime energy
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Energy value
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Degradation from this panel's own datasheet figures. No inverter, soiling or shading losses.

Heat losses
-0.290 %/°C against a segment median of -0.370
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Filter these
Size
Panel Power Eff. Temp. Weight Difference
PolyCrown Solar Tech NS-100MH-36 100 W 21.29% -0.290 5.0 kg You are here
GKA182M150W 150 W 23.00% - 9.0 kg +50 W, +1.7 pp, +5 yr warranty
GKA182M120W 120 W 23.00% - 6.1 kg +20 W, +1.7 pp, +5 yr warranty
GKA182M135W 135 W 23.00% - 6.1 kg +35 W, +1.7 pp, +5 yr warranty
GKA182M100W 100 W 23.00% - 6.1 kg Heavier, +1.7 pp, +5 yr warranty
GKA182M110W 110 W 23.00% - 6.1 kg Heavier, +1.7 pp, +5 yr warranty
NS-100MH-36 100 W 21.29% -0.290 5.0 kg Very close match
YH120W-18M 120 W 19.63% -0.350 6.4 kg Hotter, -1.7 pp, +5 yr warranty
YH100W-12M 100 W 19.63% -0.400 1.9 kg Hotter, lighter, -1.7 pp
YH120W-18M 120 W 19.63% -0.350 6.4 kg Hotter, -1.7 pp, +5 yr warranty
YH100W-12M 100 W 19.63% -0.400 1.9 kg Hotter, lighter, -1.7 pp
CE-100M36 100 W 19.57% -0.500 5.8 kg Hotter, -1.7 pp
YH100W-18M 100 W 19.44% -0.340 5.4 kg Hotter, -1.8 pp, +5 yr warranty
YH100W-18M 100 W 19.44% -0.340 5.4 kg Hotter, -1.8 pp, +5 yr warranty
YH95W-18M 95 W 18.47% -0.340 5.4 kg Hotter, -2.8 pp, +5 yr warranty
YH95W-18M 95 W 18.47% -0.340 5.4 kg Hotter, -2.8 pp, +5 yr warranty
RSM080P 80 W 15.50% -0.390 5.7 kg Hotter, -5.8 pp, +5 yr warranty

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Common questions

6 answered
Are PolyCrown Solar Tech Monocrystalline36 panels suitable for powering an RV or yacht?
Yes, the Monocrystalline36 series is specifically designed for mobile and off-grid applications. With a maximum power output of 100 Wp, the modules integrate easily into RV rooftop or yacht deck installations. Monocrystalline cells deliver high energy yield even with limited mounting surface, while the anodized aluminum frame handles marine and road environments without corrosion issues.
What is the warranty on PolyCrown Solar Tech Monocrystalline36 panels?
PolyCrown Solar Tech provides a 15-year product warranty covering material and manufacturing defects, plus a separate 25-year linear power warranty guaranteeing the module will not exceed a defined degradation threshold over a quarter century. For a 100 Wp product class, this is among the more comprehensive power warranty terms on the market, making the series a highly predictable long-term investment.
What is PID and does the Monocrystalline36 series resist it?
PID, or Potential Induced Degradation, causes premature power loss in PV modules due to high system voltage combined with moisture ingress into the cells. The Monocrystalline36 series features enhanced PID resistance, protecting against unplanned performance loss and ensuring stable power output throughout the full 25-year linear power warranty period.
Do Monocrystalline36 panels lose significant power on hot days?
The Monocrystalline36 series features an excellent temperature coefficient, meaning power losses at elevated cell temperatures are lower than in standard polycrystalline modules. This translates into a meaningfully higher annual energy yield in hot climates — southern Poland, the Balkans, or the Mediterranean — where summer peak temperatures regularly push cell temperatures well above 25°C STC.
How do Monocrystalline36 panels perform in winter and under overcast skies?
The anti-reflective coating and high-transmittance tempered glass allow the modules to capture solar radiation efficiently at low irradiance angles typical of winter mornings and evenings. Monocrystalline cells also outperform polycrystalline equivalents under diffuse irradiance conditions, resulting in higher daily energy harvest on cloudy days.
Can the anodized aluminum frame on the Monocrystalline36 series withstand extreme weather conditions?
Yes. The anodizing process creates a durable oxide layer that resists electrochemical corrosion in marine, coastal, and road-salt environments. The manufacturer also confirms high mechanical strength against extreme snow and wind loads, making the Monocrystalline36 series a reliable choice even in harsh mountainous or high-humidity regions.
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