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Sunova Brand review

TS-BBT54(430)

430 Wp TOPCon Bifacial 80%
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Solid all-round for its segment

Rank 9,520 of 14,005
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Power (Wp)
430
Typical for its class
Efficiency (%)
22.02
Typical · median 22.00%
Density (Wp/m²)
220.2
Typical · median 220.2
Temp (%/°C)
-0.300
Typical · median -0.290
Weight (kg)
21.5
Typical · median 22.0 kg
Warranty (yrs)
30
Typical · median 30 yrs

The Sunova TS-BBT54 All Black series is designed for roofs, where both aesthetics and real energy production are important. These are black-colored modules with a refined finish that complement modern architecture and make it easier to meet the requirements of investors who value a consistent design. The use of N-type (TOPCon) cells helps to minimize degradation over time and improves stability in challenging conditions, such as high temperatures or variable sunlight. The bifacial design also allows for the use of light from the back side, which is particularly beneficial on bright roofs and in installations with appropriate reflection. Thanks to the positive power tolerance, it is easier to predict and optimize the profitability. This is a good choice for single-family homes and small commercial buildings when you need a compact format that makes it easier to design strings and install on a limited area.

Ranking

1,218 panels in the segment TOPCon 400-450 W
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 22.02% 22.00% Typical 6,329
Power density 220.2 220.2 Typical 6,481
Temperature coefficient -0.300 -0.290 Typical 6,093
Weight per kWp 50.0 51.4 Typical 3,317
Performance warranty 30 yrs 30 yrs Typical 21
Colour key Strong - top 25% Typical - middle 50% Weak - bottom 25%

Signals from the data

0 positive · 0 caution
Best for

Residential, commercial and BIPV.

Notes from the database
  • At 22.0% efficiency, this panel is on par with typical TOPCon 400-450W modules
  • Power density of 220.2 W/m² matches the TOPCon 400-450W median
  • Temperature coefficient of -0.30%/°C matches the TOPCon 400-450W median
  • Bifaciality factor of 80% can add 4-12% extra yield with reflective mounting surface
  • #6329 for efficiency, #6093 for temperature performance out of 14005 panels

Specifications

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Nominal power (Pmax) 430 Wp Nameplate at 1000 W/m², 25 °C
Module efficiency 22.02 % Typical Segment median 22.00%
Vmpp · Impp 33.20 V · 12.95 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 38.77 V · 13.57 A Sizes the string length
Max system voltage 1500 V Longer strings than 1000 V modules
Dimensions 1722×1134×35 mm · 1.95 m² of roof
Weight 21.5 kg Typical Typical · median 22.0 kg
Cells 108 · 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 -0.280 · 0.040 %/°C
NOCT 45 °C At 800 W/m², 20 °C ambient
Product warranty 15 years Hardware defects only
Performance warranty 30 years Typical median 30 yrs · median 30 yrs
End-of-warranty output 87.4 % Equals 376 W guaranteed
Degradation 1.00 → 0.40 % First year, then annual

Datasheet charts

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Measured curves published by Sunova in this model's datasheet. A chart carrying a wattage was measured on that variant alone - only the ones that describe 430 Wp appear here. The rest cover the whole series.

Linear Performance Warranty Linear Performance Warranty Whole series Temperature Dependence of Isc, Voc, Pmax Temperature Dependence of Isc, Voc, Pmax 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.

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GK-5-54HG-480M 480 W 24.10% -0.260 21.0 kg +50 W, cooler, +2.1 pp
JKM480N-48QL6-DB-F2-EU 480 W 24.02% -0.260 24.4 kg +50 W, cooler, +2.0 pp
GKA96N-PRO-480W 480 W 24.02% -0.300 21.0 kg +50 W, +2.0 pp
TS-BW54(400) 400 W 20.48% -0.330 21.5 kg Hotter, -1.5 pp, -5 yr warranty
TS-BG54(405)-X 405 W 20.74% -0.330 24.2 kg Hotter, heavier, -1.3 pp
LR7-54HJD-510M 510 W 25.00% -0.240 23.5 kg +80 W, cooler, +3.0 pp
AIKO-A495-MCE54Mw 495 W 24.80% -0.260 21.0 kg +65 W, cooler, +2.8 pp
LR7-54HJD-505M 505 W 24.70% -0.240 23.5 kg +75 W, cooler, +2.7 pp
AIKO-A490-MCE54Mw 490 W 24.50% -0.260 21.0 kg +60 W, cooler, +2.5 pp
LR7-54HJD-500M 500 W 24.50% -0.240 23.5 kg +70 W, cooler, +2.5 pp
CIPRO-TN9C54M-500W 500 W 24.50% -0.260 21.4 kg +70 W, cooler, +2.5 pp

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Common questions

6 answered
How does the bifacial technology in Sunova TS-BBT54 All Black panels differ from standard mono-facial modules?
TS-BBT54 bifacial modules have active cells on both sides, so besides direct sunlight they also capture light reflected off the roof or ground surface. On bright, reflective surfaces this can add several percent or more of extra energy compared to a mono-facial panel with the same nominal power rating. The biggest gain shows up on white roofing or light-colored gravel installations.
Do TOPCon cells in the TS-BBT54 series perform well on roofs that heat up in summer?
Yes, N-type TOPCon cells have a better power temperature coefficient than older P-type technology, meaning less output loss as the panel gets hot. TOPCon also virtually eliminates light-induced degradation (LID), so the module keeps stable energy production even after years of operation in hot climates or poorly ventilated roof sections.
What warranty comes with Sunova TS-BBT54 All Black panels?
The manufacturer offers a 15-year product warranty along with a 30-year power output warranty, which is standard for modern N-type modules. In practice this means the panel should still deliver a significant share of its initial power after 30 years, making it easier to plan long-term return on investment, especially for installations financed with a loan or subsidy.
Are TS-BBT54 All Black panels suitable for a small single-family house roof?
Yes, the series was designed with a compact format in mind, making string layout easier on limited pitched-roof surfaces. With up to 430 Wp of power and a full-black aesthetic, the module blends well with modern architecture while fitting more panels on a smaller roof section than larger-format modules would allow.
Is Sunova a Tier 1 manufacturer, and where are TS-BBT54 panels made?
Sunova is not on the Tier 1 list according to BloombergNEF classification, which doesn't mean lower quality but rather a shorter track record of financing large-scale projects. The panels are manufactured in China, where the company runs its own N-type TOPCon production lines. This is worth checking if your project financing requires panels from a Tier 1 list.
What does positive power tolerance mean on TS-BBT54 panels, and why does it matter?
Positive power tolerance means the actual panel output never falls below the rated label value and often slightly exceeds it. This lets installers and investors more accurately predict real energy yield during system design, avoiding the risk of underestimating string output, which makes it easier to close the profitability balance and size the inverter correctly.
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