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Sunpro Power SPDG480-N120M10
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SPDG480-N120M10

480 Wp TOPCon
ComparePV verdict

Middle of its segment, weak in heat

Rank 5,600 of 14,005
Compare panels Datasheet PDF
Power (Wp)
480
Typical for its class
Efficiency (%)
22.16
Weak · bottom 24%
Density (Wp/m²)
221.6
Weak · bottom 24%
Temp (%/°C)
-0.300
Weak · bottom 20%
Weight (kg)
26.0
Typical · median 24.0 kg
Warranty (yrs)
30
Typical · median 30 yrs

The Sunpro 182 TOPCon BIFACIAL series is an advanced solution based on N-type cells that redefine performance standards in modern photovoltaics. The key differentiator of this line is bifacial power generation technology, which allows for harvesting additional energy from reflected radiation, significantly increasing the profitability of ground-mounted investments. Thanks to the use of 182 mm wafers, these modules offer optimal electrical parameters while maintaining high power density. The use of TOPCon cells effectively minimizes light-induced and voltage-induced degradation phenomena, guaranteeing stable production for decades. This series solves the problem of limited space by providing more energy per square meter than standard monofacial modules. For users, the low temperature coefficient is key, ensuring high efficiency even on hot days when traditional panels lose effectiveness. The product is dedicated to professional solar farms and large industrial facilities where the lowest levelized cost of energy matters. What sets it apart from competing solutions is the reinforced glass-glass construction, which provides extreme resistance to corrosive factors and harsh weather conditions, forming a solid foundation for any renewable energy project.

Ranking

1,089 panels in the segment TOPCon 450-500 W
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 22.16% 22.52% Weak · bottom 24% 5,974
Power density 221.6 225.2 Weak · bottom 24% 5,936
Temperature coefficient -0.300 -0.290 Weak · bottom 20% 6,093
Weight per kWp 54.2 52.2 Typical 8,370
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 · 3 caution
Best for

Commercial, utility-scale and hot-climate.

Not ideal for

Hot climates, tight roof space and roofs where every square metre has to count.

Watch-outs
-0.300 %/°C temperature coefficient

Bottom 20% of the TOPCon 450-500 W segment, against a median of -0.290.

22.16% module efficiency

Bottom 24% of the TOPCon 450-500 W segment, against a median of 22.52%.

221.6 watts per square metre

Bottom 24% of the TOPCon 450-500 W segment, against a median of 225.2.

Notes from the database
  • Efficiency of 22.2% matches the TOPCon 450-500W median
  • 221.6 W/m² power density is 3.6 W/m² below TOPCon 450-500W median (225.2 W/m²) - requires larger installation area
  • Temperature coefficient of -0.30%/°C matches the TOPCon 450-500W median
  • At 26.0 kg (2.0 kg above TOPCon 450-500W median of 24.0 kg), requires checking roof load capacity
  • In the top 43% for efficiency among all TOPCon panels

Specifications

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Nominal power (Pmax) 480 Wp Nameplate at 1000 W/m², 25 °C
Module efficiency 22.16 % Weak Segment median 22.52%
Vmpp · Impp 35.38 V · 13.57 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 42.80 V · 14.29 A Sizes the string length
Max system voltage 1500 V Longer strings than 1000 V modules
Dimensions 1910×1134×30 mm · 2.17 m² of roof
Weight 26.0 kg Typical Typical · median 24.0 kg
Cells 120 · TOPCon Monocrystalline
Coefficient Pmax -0.300 %/°C Weak bottom 20% of its segment
Coefficient Voc · Isc -0.250 · 0.046 %/°C
NOCT 45 °C At 800 W/m², 20 °C ambient
Product warranty 25 years Hardware defects only
Performance warranty 30 years Typical median 30 yrs · median 30 yrs
End-of-warranty output 87.4 % Equals 420 W guaranteed
Degradation 1.00 → 0.40 % 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
-
Energy value
-

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
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Size
Panel Power Eff. Temp. Weight Difference
Sunpro Power SPDG480-N120M10 480 W 22.16% -0.300 26.0 kg You are here
LR7-54HJD-510M 510 W 25.00% -0.240 23.5 kg +30 W, cooler, +2.8 pp
AIKO-A495-MCE54Mw 495 W 24.80% -0.260 21.0 kg Cooler, lighter, +2.6 pp
LR7-54HJD-505M 505 W 24.70% -0.240 23.5 kg +25 W, cooler, +2.5 pp
AIKO-A490-MCE54Mw 490 W 24.50% -0.260 21.0 kg Cooler, lighter, +2.3 pp
LR7-54HJD-500M 500 W 24.50% -0.240 23.5 kg Cooler, lighter, +2.3 pp
CIPRO-TN9C54M-500W 500 W 24.50% -0.260 21.4 kg Cooler, lighter, +2.3 pp
SPDG485-N120M10 485 W 22.39% -0.300 26.0 kg +0.2 pp
SPDG490-N120M10 490 W 22.62% -0.300 26.0 kg +10 W, +0.5 pp
SPDG495-N120M10 495 W 22.85% -0.300 26.0 kg +15 W, +0.7 pp
SPDG500-N120M10 500 W 23.08% -0.300 26.0 kg +20 W, +0.9 pp
LR7-60HVH-560M 560 W 24.80% -0.260 25.0 kg +80 W, cooler, +2.6 pp
LR7-60HVH-555M 555 W 24.60% -0.260 25.0 kg +75 W, cooler, +2.4 pp
LR7-60HVHL-550M 550 W 24.40% -0.260 16.3 kg +70 W, lighter, +2.2 pp
JAT60S40-540/LR 540 W 24.40% -0.260 23.5 kg +60 W, cooler, +2.2 pp
GK-5-60HG-540M 540 W 24.40% -0.260 23.3 kg +60 W, cooler, +2.2 pp
JKM545-54QL6-DV-F1-EU 545 W 24.27% -0.260 27.5 kg +65 W, cooler, +2.1 pp

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Common questions

6 answered
How much extra energy does bifacial technology add in Sunpro 182 TOPCon BIFACIAL panels?
By generating power from both the front and rear side, bifacial modules can yield anywhere from a few percent up to around twenty percent more energy compared to standard monofacial panels. The actual gain depends on ground albedo (e.g. light gravel, white roofing membrane) and mounting height above ground. Best results are achieved in ground-mounted installations on light-colored surfaces, which is why this series is particularly recommended for solar farms.
What warranty comes with Sunpro 182 TOPCon BIFACIAL panels?
Sunpro Power provides a 25-year product warranty along with a 30-year linear power output warranty. This means the module maintains a guaranteed power production level for three decades, while material and manufacturing defects are covered for a quarter century. This is one of the longer warranty periods currently available on the PV market.
How does TOPCon cell technology differ from PERC in Sunpro 182 panels?
TOPCon cells use an additional tunnel oxide layer that reduces charge carrier recombination, enabling higher efficiency than conventional PERC cells. In practice, this means higher power output from the same module area, a lower temperature coefficient, and reduced light- and voltage-induced degradation. For the customer, this translates into more stable energy production throughout the system's entire service life.
Are Sunpro 182 TOPCon BIFACIAL panels suitable for large-scale solar farms?
Yes, this series is designed primarily for professional solar farms and large industrial installations. The glass-glass construction provides high resistance to harsh weather and corrosion, while power output up to 480 Wp combined with bifacial technology helps achieve a lower levelized cost of energy (LCOE) than standard monofacial modules on the same ground footprint.
How do Sunpro 182 TOPCon BIFACIAL panels perform in high summer temperatures?
Thanks to the low temperature coefficient typical of N-type TOPCon cells, this series loses less power output on hot days than traditional PERC or polycrystalline panels. This matters especially for ground-mounted installations and large farms in warmer regions, where panel temperature can significantly exceed ambient temperature, affecting daily energy yield.
Does the glass-glass construction of Sunpro 182 panels require special mounting equipment?
Glass-glass panels are somewhat heavier than modules with a standard backsheet, so this should be factored into the choice of mounting structure, especially for large ground-mounted installations. The technology itself doesn't require non-standard mounting hardware, but it does provide higher mechanical resistance and better sealing, resulting in longer module lifespan under harsh weather conditions.
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