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Vikram Solar PARADEA VSMDH.54.420.05
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PARADEA VSMDH.54.420.05

420 Wp PERC Bifacial 70%
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Efficiency leader, heavy for its output

Rank 10,735 of 14,129
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Power (Wp)
420
Typical for its class
Efficiency (%)
21.51
Strong · top 3%
Density (Wp/m²)
215.1
Strong · top 3%
Temp (%/°C)
-0.350
Typical · median -0.350
Weight (kg)
25.1
Weak · 3.1 kg above median
Warranty (yrs)
30
Strong · top 17%

The Vikram Solar PARADEA series consists of bifacial glass-glass modules with a multi busbar (MBB) architecture, designed to effectively increase energy yield even under less-than-ideal conditions. Due to its bifacial operation, the panel can utilize not only direct sunlight, but also reflected light from the ground, which is particularly beneficial for installations on reflective surfaces (e.g., gravel, sand, snow). In practice, this results in better production in the morning and evening, as well as higher daily yield, without the need for over-sizing the system.

The double-glass construction provides greater resistance to environmental factors, while the solutions in the connection box and the wiring configuration support more stable operation under partial shading. This makes it a good choice for investors who are looking for lower LCOE and BOS costs, as the higher power density facilitates the optimization of the structure and wiring. PARADEA is suitable for PV farms, commercial projects, and selected rooftop installations, where durability, yield, and predictability are key.

Ranking

954 panels in the segment PERC 400-450 W
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 21.51% 20.60% Strong · top 3% 7,958
Power density 215.1 206.2 Strong · top 3% 7,946
Temperature coefficient -0.350 -0.350 Typical 10,489
Weight per kWp 59.8 53.0 Weak · bottom 12% 12,352
Performance warranty 30 yrs 25 yrs Strong · top 17% 21
Colour key Strong - top 25% Typical - middle 50% Weak - bottom 25%

Signals from the data

3 positive · 1 caution
Best for

Commercial, utility-scale and shaded-installations.

Not ideal for

Weight-limited structures.

Strengths
21.51% module efficiency

Top 3% of the PERC 400-450 W segment, against a median of 20.60%. Ranked 7,958th in the whole database.

215.1 watts per square metre

Top 3% of the PERC 400-450 W segment, against a median of 206.2. Ranked 7,946th in the whole database.

30 year performance warranty

Top 17% of the PERC 400-450 W segment, against a median of 25 yrs.

Watch-outs
59.8 kg per kWp

Bottom 12% of the PERC 400-450 W segment, against a median of 53.0.

Notes from the database
  • Efficiency of 21.5% is 0.9pp above the PERC 400-450W median (20.6%)
  • 215.1 W/m² power density - 8.9 W/m² more than PERC 400-450W median (206.2 W/m²), more power per roof area
  • Temperature coefficient of -0.35%/°C matches the PERC 400-450W median
  • At 25.1 kg (3.1 kg above PERC 400-450W median of 22.0 kg), requires checking roof load capacity
  • 70% bifaciality enables rear-side power generation, boosting yield by 4-10% on reflective surfaces

Specifications

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Nominal power (Pmax) 420 Wp Nameplate at 1000 W/m², 25 °C
Module efficiency 21.51 % Strong Segment median 20.60%
Vmpp · Impp 32.40 V · 12.98 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 37.90 V · 13.70 A Sizes the string length
Max system voltage 1500 V Longer strings than 1000 V modules
Dimensions 1722×1134×30 mm · 1.95 m² of roof
Weight 25.1 kg Weak Weak · 3.1 kg above median
Cells 108 · PERC Monocrystalline
Bifaciality 70 % Rear output as a share of front
Coefficient Pmax -0.350 %/°C Typical median -0.350 of its segment
Coefficient Voc · Isc -0.270 · 0.050 %/°C
NOCT 45 °C At 800 W/m², 20 °C ambient
Product warranty 12 years Hardware defects only
Performance warranty 30 years Strong top 17% · median 25 yrs
End-of-warranty output 83.5 % Equals 351 W guaranteed
Degradation 2.00 → 0.50 % First year, then annual

Datasheet charts

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Measured curves published by Vikram Solar in this model's datasheet. A chart carrying a wattage was measured on that variant alone - only the ones that describe 420 Wp appear here. The rest cover the whole series.

Typical I-V Curves Typical I-V Curves Whole series Performance Warranty Performance Warranty 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
-0.350 %/°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.

Filter these
Size
Panel Power Eff. Temp. Weight Difference
Vikram Solar PARADEA VSMDH.54.420.05 420 W 21.51% -0.350 25.1 kg You are here
JST-EDMH-(445-465)W-TD (465W class) 465 W 23.81% -0.300 20.5 kg Cooler, lighter, +2.3 pp
LX-465M/182R-96+ GG 465 W 23.80% -0.260 23.5 kg +45 W, cooler, +2.3 pp
SPR-MAX7-470 470 W 23.70% -0.270 21.1 kg Cooler, +2.2 pp, +10 yr warranty
AIKO-A470-MAH54Mb 470 W 23.60% -0.260 21.5 kg +50 W, cooler, +2.1 pp
AIKO-A460-MAH54Mb 460 W 23.60% -0.290 20.5 kg Cooler, lighter, +2.1 pp
HSM-BD54-LA470 470 W 23.60% -0.260 21.5 kg +50 W, cooler, +2.1 pp
SOMERA VSMHBB.54.380.05 380 W 19.45% -0.350 21.3 kg -40 W, lighter, -2.1 pp
SOMERA VSMHBB.54.385.05 385 W 19.70% -0.350 21.3 kg -35 W, lighter, -1.8 pp
SOMERA VSMHBB.54.390.05 390 W 19.96% -0.350 21.3 kg -30 W, lighter, -1.6 pp
PARADEA VSMDH.54.AAA.05-395 395 W 20.23% -0.350 25.1 kg -25 W, -1.3 pp
LR7-54HJD-510M 510 W 25.00% -0.240 23.5 kg +90 W, cooler, +3.5 pp
AIKO-A495-MCE54Mw 495 W 24.80% -0.260 21.0 kg +75 W, cooler, +3.3 pp
LR7-54HJD-505M 505 W 24.70% -0.240 23.5 kg +85 W, cooler, +3.2 pp
WST-505BKX54-A2 505 W 24.70% -0.260 25.0 kg +85 W, cooler, +3.2 pp
AIKO-A490-MCE54Mw 490 W 24.50% -0.260 21.0 kg +70 W, cooler, +3.0 pp
LR7-54HJD-500M 500 W 24.50% -0.240 23.5 kg +80 W, cooler, +3.0 pp

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About the PARADEA 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 Vikram Solar PARADEA panel, and where does the extra yield from bifacial technology come from?
The highest-power variants of the PARADEA series reach up to 680 Wp, thanks to a 132-cell half-cut design and multi busbar (MBB) architecture. The panel operates bifacially, capturing not only direct sunlight on the front side but also light reflected from the ground beneath the module. Depending on the albedo of the mounting surface (e.g., gravel, white roofing, snow), the additional rear-side yield can reach up to 25%, without increasing the installation footprint.
What warranty comes with Vikram Solar PARADEA panels?
The manufacturer covers the PARADEA series with a 12-year product warranty and a 30-year linear power warranty, guaranteeing at least 83.5% of nominal power after 30 years of operation, with a minimum of 98% in the first year. This is a standard typical of premium-class panels and allows investors to precisely model power degradation in PV system financial projections.
Are Vikram Solar PARADEA panels still available for purchase?
The PARADEA series has been discontinued from Vikram Solar's current production lineup and replaced by newer models in the manufacturer's portfolio. Panels may still be available through distributors as clearance or remaining stock, but when planning larger installations or expanding an existing system, it's worth confirming availability of the specific power rating and production batch with your supplier, since continuity of supply is no longer guaranteed.
How does the multi busbar (MBB) technology in PARADEA panels differ from classic designs with fewer busbars?
PERC cells with a multi busbar architecture have more thin connecting paths than older 4-5 busbar designs, shortening the current collection path and reducing resistive losses as well as the risk of microcracks. In practice, this translates into higher module efficiency, better performance under partial shading, and greater mechanical reliability, which is especially important in the glass-glass construction used in the PARADEA series.
Are PARADEA panels suitable for a residential rooftop, or only for utility-scale solar farms?
Due to their large dimensions, weight of around 39.5 kg, and power output of up to 680 Wp, the PARADEA series was designed primarily for solar farms and commercial installations, where power density per hectare and low BoS cost matter most. On sloped residential rooftops, it's less common and mainly suited to large, reinforced roof sections due to the module's size and mass.
How does the glass-glass construction of PARADEA panels affect durability and performance in harsh conditions?
A dual glass layer in place of the rear polymer backsheet increases the module's resistance to moisture ingress, cell microcracks, PID, and UV degradation, resulting in a longer lifespan and more stable power degradation over time. The temperature coefficient of power is -0.35%/°C, so the panel loses relatively little efficiency in high heat compared to cheaper glass-backsheet modules.
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