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Vikram Solar PARADEA VSMDH.54.AAA.05-395
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PARADEA VSMDH.54.AAA.05-395

395 Wp PERC Bifacial 70%
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Warranty pick, heavy for its output

Rank 11,946 of 14,005
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Power (Wp)
395
Strong · top 12%
Efficiency (%)
20.23
Strong · top 23%
Density (Wp/m²)
202.3
Typical · median 199.0
Temp (%/°C)
-0.350
Typical · median -0.350
Weight (kg)
25.1
Weak · 3.8 kg above median
Warranty (yrs)
30
Strong · top 13%

The Vikram Solar PARADEA (VSMDH.54.AAA.05) series are bifacial glass-glass modules designed for stable energy production even when conditions on the roof or ground are not ideal. Thanks to the bifacial design, the panel works not only with direct light, but also with reflected light - which realistically improves performance on bright surfaces, in snow, gravel, or a light-colored roof membrane. The use of half-cut technology and multi busbar (MBB) helps to minimize internal losses and increases resistance to micro-cracks during transport and installation. In practice, this translates to more reliable operation of the installation over the years.

Another noteworthy feature is the improved performance in partial shade - the connection box and module section division support production when only a portion of the field is shaded. PARADEA is suitable for commercial and industrial installations, PV farms, and modern roofs, where durability, easier cleaning, and lower energy costs over the entire lifespan are important.

Ranking

579 panels in the segment PERC 350-400 W
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 20.23% 19.90% Strong · top 23% 11,899
Power density 202.3 199.0 Typical 11,887
Temperature coefficient -0.350 -0.350 Typical 10,419
Weight per kWp 63.5 55.8 Weak · bottom 15% 12,905
Performance warranty 30 yrs 25 yrs Strong · top 13% 21
Colour key Strong - top 25% Typical - middle 50% Weak - bottom 25%

Signals from the data

2 positive · 1 caution
Best for

Commercial and shaded-installations.

Not ideal for

Weight-limited structures.

Strengths
30 year performance warranty

Top 13% of the PERC 350-400 W segment, against a median of 25 yrs.

20.23% module efficiency

Top 23% of the PERC 350-400 W segment, against a median of 19.90%.

Watch-outs
63.5 kg per kWp

Bottom 15% of the PERC 350-400 W segment, against a median of 55.8.

Notes from the database
  • At 20.2% efficiency, this panel is 0.8pp above typical PERC 0-400W modules (median: 19.4%)
  • 202.3 W/m² power density - 7.9 W/m² more than PERC 0-400W median (194.4 W/m²), more power per roof area
  • Temperature coefficient of -0.35%/°C matches the PERC 0-400W median
  • At 25.1 kg (4.6 kg above PERC 0-400W median of 20.5 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) 395 Wp Nameplate at 1000 W/m², 25 °C
Module efficiency 20.23 % Strong Segment median 19.90%
Vmpp · Impp 31.40 V · 12.58 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 37.40 V · 13.20 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 · 3.8 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 13% · median 25 yrs
End-of-warranty output 83.5 % Equals 330 W guaranteed
Degradation 2.00 → 0.50 % 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
-0.350 %/°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.AAA.05-395 395 W 20.23% -0.350 25.1 kg You are here
LX-440M/182-108+GG 440 W 23.07% -0.240 23.6 kg +45 W, cooler, +2.8 pp
GKA210M360W 360 W 23.00% - 16.2 kg -35 W, lighter, +2.8 pp
GKA210M380W (1/4*4*38) 380 W 23.00% - 17.1 kg -15 W, lighter, +2.8 pp
GKA210M400W (1/2*4*20) 400 W 23.00% - 18.0 kg Lighter, +2.8 pp
GKA210M400W (1/4*4*40) 400 W 23.00% - 18.0 kg Lighter, +2.8 pp
GKA210M380W (1/2*4*19) 380 W 23.00% - 17.1 kg -15 W, lighter, +2.8 pp
JT440SYK(B) 440 W 22.90% -0.240 23.0 kg +45 W, cooler, +2.7 pp
LX-440M/182-108+ 440 W 22.86% -0.300 21.5 kg Cooler, +2.6 pp, -5 yr warranty
SOMERA VSMHBB.54.380.05 380 W 19.45% -0.350 21.3 kg Lighter, -0.8 pp, -3 yr warranty
SOMERA VSMHBB.54.385.05 385 W 19.70% -0.350 21.3 kg Lighter, -0.5 pp, -3 yr warranty
SOMERA VSMHBB.54.390.05 390 W 19.96% -0.350 21.3 kg Lighter, -0.3 pp, -3 yr warranty
LR7-54HJD-510M 510 W 25.00% -0.240 23.5 kg +115 W, cooler, +4.8 pp
AIKO-A495-MCE54Mw 495 W 24.80% -0.260 21.0 kg +100 W, cooler, +4.6 pp
LR7-54HJD-505M 505 W 24.70% -0.240 23.5 kg +110 W, cooler, +4.5 pp
AIKO-A490-MCE54Mw 490 W 24.50% -0.260 21.0 kg +95 W, cooler, +4.3 pp
LR7-54HJD-500M 500 W 24.50% -0.240 23.5 kg +105 W, cooler, +4.3 pp

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Common questions

6 answered
Is the Vikram Solar PARADEA (VSMDH.54.AAA.05) series still available for purchase?
Production of the PARADEA VSMDH.54.AAA.05 series has ended and Vikram Solar no longer actively manufactures this model. Panels may only be available from remaining distributor stock while supplies last. Check current availability with your supplier before planning a larger installation, since stock of specific power classes (up to 420 Wp) may be limited.
What warranty comes with the Vikram Solar PARADEA VSMDH.54.AAA.05 panels?
The manufacturer covers the PARADEA series with a 12-year product warranty and a 30-year linear power output warranty. This means the module retains a guaranteed percentage of its nominal power throughout that period, and Vikram Solar, as a tier 1 manufacturer, is responsible for material and workmanship defects during the first 12 years of operation.
How does the bifacial PARADEA panel differ from a standard monofacial panel?
The bifacial PARADEA panel generates energy from both the front and rear side thanks to its glass-glass construction without an opaque rear backsheet. In practice this means extra energy yield from light reflected off the ground, such as a light-colored roof, gravel, or snow. With proper installation - elevated mounting and a reflective surface - this can boost total output by several up to over ten percent compared to a monofacial panel of the same power rating.
What is half-cut and multi busbar (MBB) technology in PARADEA, and does it matter in practice?
Half-cut splits cells in two, reducing current losses and mechanical stress on each segment, while multi busbar (MBB) uses more thin conductive paths on the cell instead of a few wide ones. Together these features lower resistive losses, improve heat dissipation, and increase resistance to microcracks during transport and installation, resulting in more stable system performance over the years.
Do PARADEA panels handle partial shading well, e.g. from a chimney or antenna?
Yes, thanks to the module's sectioned layout and junction box design, the panel limits production losses when shade covers only part of the surface, such as from a chimney, antenna, or neighboring building. This doesn't eliminate shading losses entirely, but compared to conventional modules without such features, the power drop across the whole string is milder.
What types of installations is the Vikram Solar PARADEA series best suited for?
PARADEA was designed for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale PV farm installations, where high module power (up to 420 Wp), glass-glass durability, and lower lifecycle energy cost (LCOE) matter most. It also performs well on modern flat roofs with elevated mounting structures, where the bifacial effect can be fully utilized.
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