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Sunova TS-BW72(540)
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TS-BW72(540)

540 Wp PERC Bifacial 70%
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Strong in heat, short guarantee

Rank 8,229 of 14,005
Compare panels Datasheet PDF
Power (Wp)
540
Typical for its class
Efficiency (%)
20.90
Typical · median 20.90%
Density (Wp/m²)
209.0
Typical · median 209.0
Temp (%/°C)
-0.330
Strong · top 8%
Weight (kg)
27.6
Typical · median 28.4 kg
Warranty (yrs)
25
Weak · bottom 23%

The Sunova TS-BW72 series consists of modules designed for installations where high energy production is a priority, even with limited mounting space. The use of monocrystalline cells in half-cut technology improves performance under partial shading and reduces losses, which stabilizes energy output in typical rooftop conditions. This is a good choice if you want to maximize every square meter without adding more panels.

The TS-BW72 also features a bifacial design, which allows it to "collect" additional light reflected from the ground. This is particularly effective on bright roofs, membranes, and ground-mounted installations. The panel has a rigid, mechanically robust construction, making it easier to maintain reliable performance in challenging wind and snow conditions. An additional advantage is predictable performance over time due to its stable degradation characteristics.

This series is recommended for businesses, farms, and commercial projects where energy yield, durability, and investment cost are the primary considerations.

Ranking

706 panels in the segment PERC 500-550 W
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 20.90% 20.90% Typical 10,072
Power density 209.0 209.0 Typical 10,100
Temperature coefficient -0.330 -0.350 Strong · top 8% 8,545
Weight per kWp 51.1 53.0 Typical 4,436
Performance warranty 25 yrs 30 yrs Weak · bottom 23% 9,798
Colour key Strong - top 25% Typical - middle 50% Weak - bottom 25%

Signals from the data

1 positive · 1 caution
Best for

Commercial, utility-scale and shaded-installations.

Not ideal for

Owners who want a long output guarantee.

Strengths
-0.330 %/°C temperature coefficient

Top 8% of the PERC 500-550 W segment, against a median of -0.350. Ranked 8,545th in the whole database.

Watch-outs
25 year performance warranty

Bottom 23% of the PERC 500-550 W segment, against a median of 30 yrs.

Notes from the database
  • Efficiency of 20.9% matches the PERC 500-550W median
  • Power density of 209.0 W/m² matches the PERC 500-550W median
  • Temperature coefficient of -0.33%/°C matches the PERC 500-550W median
  • 70% bifaciality enables rear-side power generation, boosting yield by 4-10% on reflective surfaces
  • #10072 for efficiency, #8545 for temperature performance out of 14005 panels

Specifications

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Nominal power (Pmax) 540 Wp Nameplate at 1000 W/m², 25 °C
Module efficiency 20.90 % Typical Segment median 20.90%
Vmpp · Impp 40.71 V · 13.27 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 49.42 V · 13.85 A Sizes the string length
Max system voltage 1500 V Longer strings than 1000 V modules
Dimensions 2278×1134×35 mm · 2.58 m² of roof
Weight 27.6 kg Typical Typical · median 28.4 kg
Cells 144 · PERC Monocrystalline
Bifaciality 70 % Rear output as a share of front
Coefficient Pmax -0.330 %/°C Strong top 8% of its segment
Coefficient Voc · Isc -0.260 · 0.060 %/°C
NOCT 45 °C At 800 W/m², 20 °C ambient
Product warranty 15 years Hardware defects only
Performance warranty 25 years Weak bottom 23% · median 30 yrs
End-of-warranty output 84.8 % Equals 443 W guaranteed
Degradation 2.00 → 0.55 % 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
-
Lifetime energy
-
Energy value
-
With bifacial gain
-

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

Heat losses
-0.330 %/°C against a segment median of -0.350
-
Bifacial gain
Rear gain over light concrete: -
-

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

Alternatives

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Panel Power Eff. Temp. Weight Difference
Sunova TS-BW72(540) 540 W 20.90% -0.330 27.6 kg You are here
LR7-54HJD-510M 510 W 25.00% -0.240 23.5 kg Cooler, +4.1 pp, +5 yr warranty
AIKO-A495-MCE54Mw 495 W 24.80% -0.260 21.0 kg Cooler, lighter, +3.9 pp
LR7-60HVH-560M 560 W 24.80% -0.260 25.0 kg Cooler, +3.9 pp, +5 yr warranty
LR7-54HJD-505M 505 W 24.70% -0.240 23.5 kg Cooler, +3.8 pp, +5 yr warranty
LR7-60HVH-555M 555 W 24.60% -0.260 25.0 kg Cooler, +3.7 pp, +5 yr warranty
AIKO-A490-MCE54Mw 490 W 24.50% -0.260 21.0 kg Cooler, lighter, +3.6 pp
LR7-54HJD-500M 500 W 24.50% -0.240 23.5 kg Cooler, +3.6 pp, +5 yr warranty
RS535~555S8-144GA (535W) 535 W 20.70% -0.340 32.5 kg Hotter, heavier, +5 yr warranty
TS-BW72(545) 545 W 21.10% -0.330 27.6 kg +0.2 pp
AIKO-A650-MAE72Mw 650 W 25.20% -0.260 27.0 kg +110 W, cooler, +4.3 pp
AIKO-A645-MAE72Mw 645 W 25.00% -0.260 27.0 kg +105 W, cooler, +4.1 pp
AIKO-A640-MAE72Mw 640 W 24.80% -0.260 27.0 kg +100 W, cooler, +3.9 pp
AIKO-A635-MAE72Mw 635 W 24.60% -0.260 27.0 kg +95 W, cooler, +3.7 pp
AIKO-A630-MAH72Dw 630 W 24.40% -0.260 32.5 kg +90 W, cooler, +3.5 pp

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Common questions

6 answered
What is the maximum power output of the Sunova TS-BW72 panel?
Modules from the TS-BW72 series reach a maximum power of up to 560 Wp. This is a strong result for this module class, achieved through monocrystalline PERC cells using half-cut technology. This allows for higher energy production from the same roof area compared to older, conventional panels.
What does it mean that the Sunova TS-BW72 panel is bifacial?
Bifacial technology means the panel generates electricity from both its front and rear sides, capturing light reflected off the ground surface. In the TS-BW72, this translates into additional energy yield, especially on light-colored roofs, roofing membranes, and ground-mounted installations where light reflection is greater.
What warranty comes with Sunova TS-BW72 panels?
The manufacturer provides a 15-year product warranty and a 25-year power performance warranty. This means the panel is expected to maintain its declared energy output for a quarter of a century, and the stable degradation curve further increases the predictability of the investment over time.
Are Sunova TS-BW72 panels suitable for sloped roofs and ground-mount installations?
Yes, the panel's rigid and mechanically resistant construction performs well on sloped roofs as well as ground-mount installations and roofing membranes. It's worth noting that fully leveraging the bifacial function requires an appropriate mounting angle and clearance beneath the panel to allow light reflection from the ground.
How does half-cut cell technology in the Sunova TS-BW72 differ from standard cells?
Half-cut cells are cut in half, reducing current losses and internal resistance in the module. In practice, the panel performs better under partial shading, such as from a chimney or antenna, and delivers more stable energy production compared to traditional full-size cells.
Is it worth choosing Sunova TS-BW72 even though the manufacturer isn't Tier 1?
Sunova is not listed as a Tier 1 manufacturer, but the TS-BW72 series offers solid technical specifications: up to 560 Wp of power, PERC half-cut technology, and bifacial construction, with standard 15/25-year warranty terms. For commercial and agricultural projects where price-to-yield ratio matters most, this can be a good choice, though it's worth comparing service availability against Tier 1 manufacturer offerings.
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