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Sunman SMF100F-3X12UW
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SMF100F-3X12UW

100 Wp PERC
ComparePV verdict

Light for its output, no clear weak spot

Rank 13,796 of 14,005
Compare panels Datasheet PDF
Power (Wp)
100
Weak · bottom 8%
Efficiency (%)
15.70
Typical · median 16.10%
Density (Wp/m²)
157.2
Typical · median 157.0
Temp (%/°C)
-
Not published
Weight (kg)
2.1
Strong · 9.1 kg below median
Warranty (yrs)
-
Not published

The Sunman eArc series is the first fully transparent crystalline silicon photovoltaic module in the world, which completely redefines the approach to solar panel installation. Instead of traditional glass, it uses a patented composite material, making the panel behave like a flexible "solar skin" - 70% lighter and up to 95% thinner than standard modules. This is a breakthrough for all low-load roofs, where the installation of traditional panels was previously impossible or too risky. Thanks to the frameless, flexible design of eArc, it adapts to curved surfaces, and installation does not require any drilling or traditional sub-structure systems - installation time is reduced by up to 40%. Mono-PERC cells guarantee high performance with extremely low weight - just 3.3 kg/m², making this series unique compared to the competition. The series has undergone the same rigorous safety tests as standard glass modules (IEC 61215, IEC 61730), confirming durability despite its lightweight construction. eArc is the ideal solution for building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), corrugated metal industrial roofs, electric vehicles, boats, and mobile camping installations - anywhere where minimal weight and form flexibility are important.

Ranking

75 panels in the segment PERC 0-200 W
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 15.70% 16.10% Typical 13,685
Power density 157.2 157.0 Typical 13,672
Temperature coefficient - -0.370 Not published 13,924
Weight per kWp 21.0 67.7 Strong · top 2% 81
Performance warranty - 30 yrs Not published 13,880
Colour key Strong - top 25% Typical - middle 50% Weak - bottom 25%

Signals from the data

1 positive · 0 caution
Best for

BIPV, commercial and off-grid.

Strengths
21.0 kg per kWp

Top 2% of the PERC 0-200 W segment, against a median of 67.7. Ranked 81st in the whole database.

Notes from the database
  • Efficiency of 15.7% is 3.8pp below the PERC 0-400W median (19.4%)
  • At 157.2 W/m², this panel generates 37.2 W/m² less per unit area than PERC 0-400W median (194.4 W/m²)
  • Weight of 2.1 kg (18.4 kg below PERC 0-400W median of 20.5 kg) allows easier transport and roof mounting
  • #13685 for efficiency, #13924 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 15.70 % Typical Segment median 16.10%
Vmpp · Impp 21.20 V · 4.75 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 25.20 V · 5.12 A Sizes the string length
Max system voltage 600 V Longer strings than 1000 V modules
Dimensions 1093×582×2 mm · 0.64 m² of roof
Weight 2.1 kg Strong Strong · 9.1 kg below median
Cells 36 · PERC Monocrystalline
Product warranty 5 years Hardware defects only

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
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Size
Panel Power Eff. Temp. Weight Difference
Sunman SMF100F-3X12UW 100 W 15.70% - 2.1 kg You are here
GKA182M150W 150 W 23.00% - 9.0 kg +50 W, heavier, +7.3 pp
GKA182M120W 120 W 23.00% - 6.1 kg +20 W, heavier, +7.3 pp
GKA182M135W 135 W 23.00% - 6.1 kg +35 W, heavier, +7.3 pp
GKA182M100W 100 W 23.00% - 6.1 kg Heavier, +7.3 pp
GKA182M110W 110 W 23.00% - 6.1 kg +10 W, heavier, +7.3 pp
NS-100MH-36 100 W 21.29% -0.290 5.0 kg Heavier, +5.6 pp
NS-100MH-36 100 W 21.29% -0.290 5.0 kg Heavier, +5.6 pp
YH120W-18M 120 W 19.63% -0.350 6.4 kg +20 W, heavier, +3.9 pp
YH100W-12M 100 W 19.63% -0.400 1.9 kg +3.9 pp
YH120W-18M 120 W 19.63% -0.350 6.4 kg +20 W, heavier, +3.9 pp
YH150W-18M 150 W 19.53% -0.340 8.1 kg +50 W, heavier, +3.8 pp
YH150W-18M 150 W 19.53% -0.340 8.1 kg +50 W, heavier, +3.8 pp
LKS-5M-115 115 W 17.20% - 6.8 kg +15 W, heavier, +1.5 pp
SPR-E-Flex-110 110 W 17.00% -0.300 2.0 kg +10 W, +1.3 pp
LKS-5M-110 110 W 16.50% - 6.8 kg +10 W, heavier, +0.8 pp
RT120WM 120 W 15.90% -0.230 6.8 kg +20 W, heavier, +0.2 pp

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Common questions

6 answered
How is the Sunman eArc panel different from a conventional glass solar panel?
The Sunman eArc has no glass cover or rigid aluminum frame - instead it uses a patented composite laminate, making the module roughly 70% lighter and up to 95% thinner than standard glass panels. At just 2 mm thick and about 3.3 kg/m2, the panel can be curved around gently arched surfaces, something a framed glass module can never do.
Is the Sunman eArc 520 Wp panel suitable for low load-bearing roofs or corrugated metal roofing?
Yes, this is the main use case for this series. At around 3.3 kg/m2, eArc loads the roof structure far less than a framed glass module, making it suitable for industrial roofs with trapezoidal or corrugated sheet metal, warehouses, and older structures where a conventional installation would be too risky or require reinforcement.
How is the eArc panel mounted - do I need a mounting structure or drilling?
No, eArc is installed without a traditional aluminum mounting structure and without drilling mounting holes - the panel is bonded directly to the surface using adhesive or mounting tape recommended by the manufacturer. This system shortens installation time by up to 40% compared to conventional glass modules on rails.
What warranty comes with Sunman eArc panels, and does it cover power output degradation?
The manufacturer provides a 12-year product warranty and a 25-year linear power output warranty. This means that after 25 years of operation the panel should still deliver an appropriately high percentage of its initial rated power, in line with the degradation curve stated in the datasheet.
What is the maximum power of the eArc panel and what cell technology does it use?
The eArc series reaches up to 520 Wp thanks to 144 half-cut mono-PERC cells. This combines the high efficiency of crystalline silicon with significantly lower weight than classic modules, making eArc a unique blend of performance and lightness in the flexible PV market.
Are Sunman eArc panels bifacial, and can they be mounted on a boat or camper van?
No, the eArc series uses monofacial cells only (not bifacial) - the glass-free, frameless construction does not allow rear-side energy generation. However, its flexible, frameless form and minimal weight make it an excellent fit for curved roofs on yachts, boats, camper vans, and caravans, where every kilogram matters.
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