--- title: "TPL Solar TPL200S-72 Solar Panel: Specs & Datasheet | ComparePV" description: "TPL Solar TPL200S-72 solar panel. Specs: 15.67% efficiency, Monocrystalline cells, dimensions, warranty and temperature coefficient." source: "https://comparepv.com/panel/tpl-solar-tpl200s-72" image: "https://comparepv.com/og/panel/tpl-solar-tpl200s-72.png" updated: 2026-09-11 --- # TPL Solar TPL200S-72 Warranty pick, heavy for its output 57 panels in the segment PERC 200-250 W ## Identity - **Manufacturer:** TPL Solar - **Model:** TPL200S-72 - **Series:** TPL S-72 Series - **Rated power:** 200 W - **Cell technology:** PERC ## How it compares Compared against segment PERC 200-250 W (57 panels). | Measure | This panel | Segment median | Standing | Rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Power (Wp) | 200 W | 210 W | Weak - bottom 11% | | | Module efficiency | 15.67% | 16.80% | Weak - bottom 16% | 13,815 | | Power density | 156.7 | 168.0 | Weak - bottom 18% | 13,802 | | Temperature coefficient | -0.360 | -0.370 | Typical | 12,425 | | Weight (kg) | 15.0 kg | 15.0 kg | Weak - bottom 11% | | | Performance warranty | 30 yrs | 25 yrs | Strong - top 23% | 21 | ### Full peer table | Measure | This panel | Segment median | Standing | Rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Module efficiency | 15.67% | 16.80% | Weak - bottom 16% | 13,815 | | Power density | 156.7 | 168.0 | Weak - bottom 18% | 13,802 | | Temperature coefficient | -0.360 | -0.370 | Typical | 12,425 | | Weight per kWp | 75.0 | 62.5 | Weak - bottom 11% | 13,730 | | Performance warranty | 30 yrs | 25 yrs | Strong - top 23% | 21 | ### Strengths - **30 year performance warranty** - Top 23% of the PERC 200-250 W segment, against a median of 25 yrs. ### Watch out for - **75.0 kg per kWp** - Bottom 11% of the PERC 200-250 W segment, against a median of 62.5. - **15.67% module efficiency** - Bottom 16% of the PERC 200-250 W segment, against a median of 16.80%. - **156.7 watts per square metre** - Bottom 18% of the PERC 200-250 W segment, against a median of 168.0. - **Best for:** Commercial. - **Not ideal for:** Weight-limited structures, tight roof space and roofs where every square metre has to count. ## Specification ### Electrical - **Rated power (Pmax):** 200 W - **Efficiency:** 15.67 % - **Voltage at Pmax (Vmp):** 37.20 V - **Current at Pmax (Imp):** 5.38 A - **Open-circuit voltage (Voc):** 44.76 V - **Short-circuit current (Isc):** 6.10 A - **Max system voltage:** 1000 V ### Temperature - **Temperature coefficient of Pmax:** -0.360 %/degC - **Temperature coefficient of Voc:** -0.360 %/degC - **Temperature coefficient of Isc:** 0.060 %/degC - **NOCT:** 45 degC ### Cell and construction - **Cell type:** Monocrystalline - **Cell technology:** PERC - **Cell count:** 72 ### Physical - **Length:** 1580 mm - **Width:** 808 mm - **Thickness:** 35 mm - **Weight:** 15.0 kg - **Area:** 1.28 m2 - **Power density:** 156.7 Wp/m2 ### Warranty and degradation - **Product warranty:** 12 years - **Performance warranty:** 30 years - **Output guaranteed at end of warranty:** 80.7 % - **First-year degradation:** 2.50 % - **Annual degradation:** 0.58 % - **Output after 30 years:** 161 W ## Rank in the whole catalogue | Measure | Position | | --- | --- | | Efficiency | 13815 of 14129 | | Power density | 13802 of 14129 | | Temperature coefficient | 12425 of 14129 | | Weight | 13730 of 14129 | | Warranty | 21 of 14129 | ## About this series TPL S-72 Series photovoltaic panels are the optimal choice for investors seeking high efficiency in large-scale systems. The use of **monocrystalline PERC cell technology** translates into increased light absorption, which is crucial in the conditions of the Polish climate with variable sunlight. The design based on seventy-two cells ensures that these modules generate more power from a single unit, thereby reducing installation costs and the number of necessary structural components. The **Multi-Busbar (MBB) architecture** used in this series effectively shortens the current flow path, which minimizes internal losses and drastically limits the risk of hot-spots. This solves the common problem of module degradation over time, ensuring energy stability for decades. Thanks to **high resistance to mechanical loads**, these panels handle heavy snow and strong winds perfectly, which sets them apart from standard budget solutions. The TPL S-72 series is primarily dedicated to industrial facilities and solar farms, offering **increased resistance to the PID effect**, which guarantees the maintenance of technical parameters even in difficult environmental conditions. It is a smart investment combining modern engineering with the reliability necessary in professional renewable energy. ## Notable figures - At 15.7% efficiency, this panel is 3.8pp below the \*\*PERC 0-400W\*\* median of 19.4% - Power density of 156.7 W/m² is 37.5 W/m² below \*\*PERC 0-400W\*\* median (194.2 W/m²) - needs more roof space - Temperature coefficient of -0.36%/°C matches the \*\*PERC 0-400W\*\* median - Weight of 15.0 kg (5.5 kg below \*\*PERC 0-400W\*\* median of 20.5 kg) allows easier transport and roof mounting - #13815 for efficiency, #12425 for temperature performance out of 14129 panels ## Questions ### What warranty comes with the TPL S-72 Series solar panels? The manufacturer provides a 12-year product warranty along with a 30-year linear power output warranty. This means the module maintains a guaranteed power generation level over three decades, while manufacturing or material defects within the first 12 years are covered by repair or replacement. ### How does PERC cell technology in the TPL S-72 differ from standard monocrystalline cells? PERC cells include an additional rear-side passivation layer that reflects unused photons back into the cell, boosting light absorption. This results in higher conversion efficiency than standard mono cells, particularly under lower irradiance conditions, which is relevant for Poland's variable climate. ### Are TPL S-72 Series panels suitable for solar farms and large industrial installations? Yes, the S-72 series is designed primarily for utility-scale projects. The 72-cell construction delivers higher unit power output per module, reducing the number of panels, mounting structures, and labor costs needed for large-area installations such as solar farms or industrial rooftops. ### What is Multi-Busbar (MBB) architecture and what advantage does it offer in the TPL S-72? Multi-Busbar technology uses a greater number of thin conductive paths on the cell surface instead of a few thick busbars. This shortens the current flow path, reduces resistive losses, and lowers the risk of hot spots, which meaningfully extends panel lifespan and stabilizes performance over years of operation. ### Can TPL S-72 panels withstand heavy snow loads and strong wind? Yes, this series features enhanced mechanical load resistance, allowing it to handle accumulated snow and strong wind gusts better than cheaper, budget-tier panels. This makes it suitable for both rooftop and ground-mount installations exposed to harsh weather conditions. ### Is it worth buying solar panels from a non-tier-1 manufacturer like TPL Solar from Pakistan? TPL Solar isn't listed as tier 1, but that classification mainly reflects financial and bankability status rather than technological quality. The S-72 panels use proven PERC technology with MBB and offer solid warranty terms (12/30 years), making them a reasonable budget option for commercial projects, provided local warranty support is available. ## Datasheet [Manufacturer datasheet (PDF)](https://comparepv.com/datasheets/20170222101746-2913-fdd11026b7d9.pdf) ## Alternatives | Panel | Power | How it differs | | --- | --- | --- | | [Gamko New Energy GKA182M150W](https://comparepv.com/panel/gamko-new-energy-gka182m150w) | 150 W | -50 W, lighter, +7.3 pp | | [Gamko New Energy GKA182M160W](https://comparepv.com/panel/gamko-new-energy-gka182m160w) | 160 W | -40 W, lighter, +7.3 pp | | [Gamko New Energy GKA182M180W](https://comparepv.com/panel/gamko-new-energy-gka182m180w) | 180 W | -20 W, lighter, +7.3 pp | | [Gamko New Energy GKA182M200W](https://comparepv.com/panel/gamko-new-energy-gka182m200w) | 200 W | Lighter, +7.3 pp | | [Gamko New Energy GKA182M240W](https://comparepv.com/panel/gamko-new-energy-gka182m240w) | 240 W | +40 W, lighter, +7.3 pp | | [JA Solar NS-220MH-80](https://comparepv.com/panel/ja-solar-ns-220mh-80) | 220 W | Cooler, +6.4 pp, -5 yr warranty | | [PolyCrown Solar Tech NS-220MH-80](https://comparepv.com/panel/polycrown-solar-tech-ns-220mh-80) | 220 W | Cooler, +6.4 pp, -5 yr warranty | | [Isola New Energy YH250W-16M](https://comparepv.com/panel/isola-new-energy-yh250w-16m) | 250 W | +50 W, lighter, +5.5 pp | | [JA Solar NS-210MH-80](https://comparepv.com/panel/ja-solar-ns-210mh-80) | 210 W | Cooler, +5.4 pp, -5 yr warranty | | [PolyCrown Solar Tech NS-210MH-80](https://comparepv.com/panel/polycrown-solar-tech-ns-210mh-80) | 210 W | Cooler, +5.4 pp, -5 yr warranty | | [TPL Solar TPL185S-72](https://comparepv.com/panel/tpl-solar-tpl185s-72) | 185 W | -15 W, -1.2 pp | | [TPL Solar TPL190S-72](https://comparepv.com/panel/tpl-solar-tpl190s-72) | 190 W | -10 W, -0.8 pp | | [TPL Solar TPL195S-72](https://comparepv.com/panel/tpl-solar-tpl195s-72) | 195 W | -0.4 pp | | [TPL Solar TPL205S-72](https://comparepv.com/panel/tpl-solar-tpl205s-72) | 205 W | +0.4 pp | | [Heckert Solar ZEUS 1.2 FullBlack 280W](https://comparepv.com/panel/heckert-solar-zeus-1-2-fullblack-280w) | 280 W | +80 W, cooler, +7.6 pp | | [Heckert Solar ZEUS 3.2 285WP FullBlack](https://comparepv.com/panel/heckert-solar-zeus-3-2-285wp-fullblack) | 285 W | +85 W, cooler, +7.5 pp | --- Source: https://comparepv.com/panel/tpl-solar-tpl200s-72 Not in this file, on the page: a thirty-year output simulator and alternatives filtered by how closely they match these dimensions.