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TPL220M-48

220 Wp PERC
ComparePV verdict

Warranty pick, no clear weak spot

Rank 13,744 of 14,129
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Power (Wp)
220
Typical for its class
Efficiency (%)
16.80
Typical · median 16.80%
Density (Wp/m²)
168.0
Typical · median 168.0
Temp (%/°C)
-0.360
Typical · median -0.370
Weight (kg)
15.0
Typical · median 15.0 kg
Warranty (yrs)
30
Strong · top 23%

The TPL M-48 Series of photovoltaic panels is a solution designed to maximize energy yields on surfaces with limited space. The use of advanced PERC cell technology allows for significantly more efficient conversion of solar radiation, which translates into stable system operation even in poor lighting conditions. What particularly distinguishes these modules from the competition is their compact dimensions, resulting from the use of 48 high-efficiency monocrystalline cells. Thanks to the smaller format, installation designers gain great freedom in arranging panels on complex roof surfaces with numerous obstacles, such as chimneys or roof windows. The TPL M-48 series guarantees high resistance to mechanical loads, which ensures many years of trouble-free operation in variable weather conditions. This product perfectly meets the needs of single-family homeowners and small commercial facilities, where optimizing roof space utilization while maintaining the aesthetic appearance of the entire installation is key. By choosing this series, the user receives a product combining modern materials engineering with a practical approach to installation, which effectively shortens the return on investment by eliminating surface losses occurring with standard, larger modules.

Ranking

57 panels in the segment PERC 200-250 W
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 16.80% 16.80% Typical 13,614
Power density 168.0 168.0 Typical 13,614
Temperature coefficient -0.360 -0.370 Typical 12,425
Weight per kWp 68.2 62.5 Typical 13,425
Performance warranty 30 yrs 25 yrs Strong · top 23% 21
Colour key Strong - top 25% Typical - middle 50% Weak - bottom 25%

Signals from the data

1 positive · 0 caution
Best for

Residential.

Strengths
30 year performance warranty

Top 23% of the PERC 200-250 W segment, against a median of 25 yrs.

Notes from the database
  • Efficiency of 16.8% is 2.6pp below the PERC 0-400W median (19.4%)
  • At 168.0 W/m², this panel generates 26.2 W/m² less per unit area than PERC 0-400W median (194.2 W/m²)
  • At -0.36%/°C, hot weather performance is typical for PERC 0-400W panels
  • 15.0 kg weight - 5.5 kg lighter than PERC 0-400W median (20.5 kg), reducing installation effort
  • Ranked #13614 out of 14129 panels for efficiency in the database

Specifications

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Nominal power (Pmax) 220 Wp Nameplate at 1000 W/m², 25 °C
Module efficiency 16.80 % Typical Segment median 16.80%
Vmpp · Impp 26.32 V · 8.36 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 31.11 V · 8.79 A Sizes the string length
Max system voltage 1000 V Longer strings than 1000 V modules
Dimensions 1320×992×35 mm · 1.31 m² of roof
Weight 15.0 kg Typical Typical · median 15.0 kg
Cells 48 · PERC Monocrystalline
Coefficient Pmax -0.360 %/°C Typical median -0.370 of its segment
Coefficient Voc · Isc -0.360 · 0.060 %/°C
NOCT 45 °C At 800 W/m², 20 °C ambient
Product warranty 12 years Hardware defects only
Performance warranty 30 years Strong top 23% · median 25 yrs
End-of-warranty output 80.7 % Equals 177 W guaranteed
Degradation 2.50 → 0.58 % 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
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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
-0.360 %/°C against a segment median of -0.370
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TPL Solar TPL220M-48 220 W 16.80% -0.360 15.0 kg You are here
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GKA182M200W 200 W 23.00% - 9.0 kg -20 W, lighter, +6.2 pp
GKA182M240W 240 W 23.00% - 10.8 kg +20 W, lighter, +6.2 pp
GKA182M260W 260 W 23.00% - 10.8 kg +40 W, lighter, +6.2 pp
GKA182M270W 270 W 23.00% - 10.8 kg +50 W, lighter, +6.2 pp
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NS-220MH-80 220 W 22.06% -0.290 10.5 kg Cooler, +5.3 pp, -5 yr warranty
TPL190P-48 190 W 14.51% -0.360 15.0 kg -30 W, -2.3 pp
TPL195P-48 195 W 14.89% -0.360 15.0 kg -25 W, -1.9 pp
TPL200P-48 200 W 15.27% -0.360 15.0 kg -20 W, -1.5 pp
TPL205P-48 205 W 15.66% -0.360 15.0 kg -15 W, -1.1 pp
TPL210P-48 210 W 16.04% -0.360 15.0 kg -10 W, -0.8 pp
TPL215M-48 215 W 16.42% -0.360 15.0 kg -0.4 pp
MYM3048-265 265 W 19.80% -0.370 15.2 kg +45 W, +3.0 pp, -5 yr warranty

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About the TPL M-48 Series series

6 answered

These answers cover the whole series. Where a figure differs, the specification above is this module's own.

What is the maximum power output of the TPL M-48 Series panels?
The TPL M-48 Series panels reach a maximum power output of up to 225 Wp. This is lower than standard 60- or 72-cell modules, but it results from the compact dimensions of a panel built on 48 monocrystalline cells. This gives the module a higher power density relative to its surface area compared to older designs of similar format.
Are TPL M-48 panels suitable for roofs with many obstacles, such as chimneys or roof windows?
Yes, this is the main purpose of this series. The smaller format, resulting from the use of 48 cells, makes it easier to arrange modules on complex roof slopes, where standard, larger panels would create significant surface losses. This allows better use of available space on single-family home roofs.
What is the warranty on the TPL M-48 Series panels?
Manufacturer TPL Solar provides a 12-year product warranty and a 30-year power output warranty. This means protection against both material and workmanship defects, as well as a guarantee of maintaining a specified energy production level over the long term, typical of modern PERC modules.
How does the PERC technology used in the TPL M-48 differ from standard silicon cells?
PERC (Passivated Emitter and Rear Cell) technology adds a passivation layer on the back of the cell that reflects unused photons back into the cell. This increases solar energy conversion efficiency, especially under weaker light conditions such as morning, evening, or cloudy days, resulting in higher energy yields compared to standard cells.
Are the TPL M-48 panels bifacial?
No, the TPL M-48 Series uses monofacial monocrystalline modules based on PERC technology. The panel captures sunlight only from the front side, which is a standard and proven solution for typical roof installations where the rear side of the module has no access to additional reflected light.
Who manufactures the TPL M-48 Series panels and is it a Tier 1 manufacturer?
The TPL M-48 Series panels are manufactured by TPL Solar, headquartered in Pakistan. The manufacturer is not listed as Tier 1 under the Bloomberg NEF classification, which is worth considering when comparing with brands with a longer track record and larger production scale, though this does not by itself determine the technical quality of the modules.
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