--- title: "Vikram Solar PARADEA VSMDH.60.AAA.05-615 Solar Panel: Specs & Datasheet | ComparePV" description: "Vikram Solar PARADEA VSMDH.60.AAA.05-615 solar panel. Specs: 21.73% efficiency, Monocrystalline cells, dimensions, warranty and temperature coefficient." source: "https://comparepv.com/panel/vikram-solar-paradea-vsmdh-60-aaa-05-615" image: "https://comparepv.com/og/panel/vikram-solar-paradea-vsmdh-60-aaa-05-615.png" updated: 2026-09-11 --- # Vikram Solar PARADEA VSMDH.60.AAA.05-615 Efficiency leader, heavy for its output 217 panels in the segment PERC 600-650 W ## Identity - **Manufacturer:** Vikram Solar - **Model:** PARADEA VSMDH.60.AAA.05-615 - **Series:** PARADEA VSMDH.60.AAA.05 (AAA = 590–615) - **Rated power:** 615 W - **Cell technology:** PERC - **Bifacial:** yes ## How it compares Compared against segment PERC 600-650 W (217 panels). | Measure | This panel | Segment median | Standing | Rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Power (Wp) | 615 W | 605 W | Typical | | | Module efficiency | 21.73% | 21.38% | Strong - top 8% | 7,434 | | Power density | 217.3 | 213.8 | Strong - top 8% | 7,393 | | Temperature coefficient | -0.350 | -0.340 | Weak - bottom 20% | 10,489 | | Weight (kg) | 36.3 kg | 34.0 kg | Weak - bottom 15% | | | Performance warranty | 30 yrs | 30 yrs | Typical | 21 | ### Full peer table | Measure | This panel | Segment median | Standing | Rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Module efficiency | 21.73% | 21.38% | Strong - top 8% | 7,434 | | Power density | 217.3 | 213.8 | Strong - top 8% | 7,393 | | Temperature coefficient | -0.350 | -0.340 | Weak - bottom 20% | 10,489 | | Weight per kWp | 59.0 | 55.7 | Weak - bottom 15% | 12,077 | | Performance warranty | 30 yrs | 30 yrs | Typical | 21 | ### Strengths - **21.73% module efficiency** - Top 8% of the PERC 600-650 W segment, against a median of 21.38%. Ranked 7,434th in the whole database. - **217.3 watts per square metre** - Top 8% of the PERC 600-650 W segment, against a median of 213.8. Ranked 7,393rd in the whole database. ### Watch out for - **59.0 kg per kWp** - Bottom 15% of the PERC 600-650 W segment, against a median of 55.7. - **-0.350 %/°C temperature coefficient** - Bottom 20% of the PERC 600-650 W segment, against a median of -0.340. - **Best for:** Utility-scale, commercial and shaded-installations. - **Not ideal for:** Weight-limited structures and hot climates. ## Specification ### Electrical - **Rated power (Pmax):** 615 W - **Efficiency:** 21.73 % - **Voltage at Pmax (Vmp):** 35.30 V - **Current at Pmax (Imp):** 17.46 A - **Open-circuit voltage (Voc):** 42.30 V - **Short-circuit current (Isc):** 18.47 A - **Max system voltage:** 1500 V ### Temperature - **Temperature coefficient of Pmax:** -0.350 %/degC - **Temperature coefficient of Voc:** -0.270 %/degC - **Temperature coefficient of Isc:** 0.050 %/degC - **NOCT:** 45 degC ### Cell and construction - **Cell type:** Monocrystalline - **Cell technology:** PERC - **Cell count:** 120 - **Bifacial:** yes - **Bifacial gain:** 13.50 ### Physical - **Length:** 2172 mm - **Width:** 1303 mm - **Thickness:** 35 mm - **Weight:** 36.3 kg - **Area:** 2.83 m2 - **Power density:** 217.3 Wp/m2 ### Warranty and degradation - **Product warranty:** 12 years - **Performance warranty:** 30 years - **Output guaranteed at end of warranty:** 83.5 % - **First-year degradation:** 2.00 % - **Annual degradation:** 0.50 % - **Output after 30 years:** 514 W ## Rank in the whole catalogue | Measure | Position | | --- | --- | | Efficiency | 7434 of 14129 | | Power density | 7393 of 14129 | | Temperature coefficient | 10489 of 14129 | | Weight | 12077 of 14129 | | Warranty | 21 of 14129 | ## About this series The Vikram Solar PARADEA VSMDH.60.AAA.05 (590-615) series is a bifacial glass-glass module designed for high energy yield even when roof or ground conditions are not ideal. It is characterized by a **double-layer design**, which better withstands moisture, saline fog, and mechanical loads, while also reducing the risk of microcracks and deformations over time. The use of **multi-busbar technology** improves current collection from the cells and increases resistance to local losses, which translates into more stable operation of the system. Thanks to its **half-cut architecture**, the series performs better under partial shading and in real-world operating conditions where dirt or structural elements can reduce production. Another advantage is the **bifacial effect** - the module can utilize light reflected from bright surfaces, such as gravel, concrete, or snow. This is a good choice for PV farms, C&I installations, and projects where lower life-cycle energy costs and predictable performance are important. ## Notable figures - At 21.7% efficiency, this panel is on par with typical \*\*PERC 600-650W\*\* modules - Power density of 217.3 W/m² packs 3.5 W/m² more into the same footprint vs \*\*PERC 600-650W\*\* median (213.8 W/m²) - Temperature coefficient of -0.35%/°C matches the \*\*PERC 600-650W\*\* median - At 36.3 kg, this panel is 2.3 kg heavier than the \*\*PERC 600-650W\*\* median (34.0 kg) - more demanding for installation crews - Bifacial design (70% factor) captures reflected light - adds 4-10% yield on ground-mount or white roof ## Questions ### What warranty comes with Vikram Solar PARADEA VSMDH.60.AAA.05 panels? The PARADEA VSMDH.60.AAA.05 series comes with a 12-year product warranty and a 30-year linear power output warranty. This warranty structure is standard for premium bifacial modules and reflects the durability of the glass-glass construction. In practice, it means a predictable power degradation curve and lower risk for investors planning a 25-30 year system lifetime. ### How much extra energy does the bifacial effect add in this series? Thanks to the glass-glass design, the module can capture light reflected off the ground, such as gravel, concrete, a white roof membrane, or snow, delivering a bifacial gain of up to 25 percent compared to a monofacial panel. The actual gain depends on ground albedo, mounting height, and tilt angle, so results are best on ground-mount farms and flat roofs with a light-colored surface. ### How does glass-glass construction differ from a standard panel with a rear backsheet? In a glass-glass module, the cells are laminated between two panes of glass instead of glass and a polymer backsheet. This construction better withstands moisture, salt mist, and mechanical loads while reducing the risk of microcracks and PID degradation over the long term. The trade-off is a heavier module, so it's worth checking the mounting structure's load capacity before installation. ### Does the half-cut architecture in PARADEA improve performance under partial shading? Yes. Splitting cells in half (half-cut) combined with multi busbar technology limits the impact of local shading, such as from a chimney, antenna, or leaf, on the whole panel's output. Power losses under partial shading are lower than in classic full-cell modules, resulting in more stable system performance, especially where mounting conditions aren't ideal. ### What's the module's maximum power, and does it weigh more than a standard panel? Models in this series reach up to 615 Wp with module efficiency above 21 percent, placing them among the top-performing 120-cell PERC panels. Due to the dual-glass construction, the panel weighs over 36 kg, more than a typical backsheet module, so it's worth planning for enough installers and confirming roof load capacity before transport and mounting. ### Is Vikram Solar, a Tier 1 manufacturer from India, a safe choice for C&I and utility-scale PV projects? Vikram Solar is classified as a Tier 1 manufacturer headquartered in India, meaning stable financials, in-house production lines, and a long supply track record confirmed by independent bankability rankings. For C&I and utility-scale PV projects, this matters because it eases project financing and increases confidence in warranty fulfillment over the entire operating life of the installation. ## Datasheet [Manufacturer datasheet (PDF)](https://comparepv.com/datasheets/PARADEA-G12-590-615W-120-CELLS-640c2cc05a5b.pdf) ## Alternatives | Panel | Power | How it differs | | --- | --- | --- | | [AIKO AIKO-A650-MAE72Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a650-mae72mw) | 650 W | Cooler, lighter, +3.5 pp | | [AIKO AIKO-A645-MAE72Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a645-mae72mw) | 645 W | Cooler, lighter, +3.3 pp | | [AIKO AIKO-A640-MAE72Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a640-mae72mw) | 640 W | Cooler, lighter, +3.1 pp | | [Longi Solar LR8-66HVD-665M](https://comparepv.com/panel/longi-lr8-66hvd-665m) | 665 W | +50 W, cooler, +2.9 pp | | [Jinko Solar JKM650-670N-66QL6-BDV (665W class)](https://comparepv.com/panel/jinko-solar-jkm650-670n-66ql6-bdv-665w-class) | 665 W | +50 W, cooler, +2.9 pp | | [Huayao HY665-B144DSS](https://comparepv.com/panel/huayao-hy665-b144dss) | 665 W | Cooler, lighter, +2.9 pp | | [Sunpro Power SPDG665-BC132R12](https://comparepv.com/panel/sunpro-spdg665-bc132r12) | 665 W | +50 W, cooler, +2.9 pp | | [Vikram Solar VSMH.60.AAA.05-580W](https://comparepv.com/panel/vikram-solar-vsmh-60-aaa-05-580w) | 580 W | -35 W, lighter, -1.2 pp | | [Vikram Solar VSMH.60.AAA.05-585W](https://comparepv.com/panel/vikram-solar-vsmh-60-aaa-05-585w) | 585 W | -30 W, lighter, -1.1 pp | | [Vikram Solar PARADEA VSMDH.60.AAA.05-590](https://comparepv.com/panel/vikram-solar-paradea-vsmdh-60-aaa-05-590) | 590 W | -25 W, -0.9 pp | | [Vikram Solar PARADEA VSMDH.60.AAA.05-595](https://comparepv.com/panel/vikram-solar-paradea-vsmdh-60-aaa-05-595) | 595 W | -20 W, -0.7 pp | | [Gamko New Energy GKA210N120](https://comparepv.com/panel/gamko-new-energy-gka210n120) | 680 W | +65 W, lighter, +2.3 pp | | [Gamko New Energy GKA210N120-675](https://comparepv.com/panel/gamko-new-energy-gka210n120-675) | 675 W | +60 W, lighter, +2.1 pp | | [Q-SUN Solar QN-670HJT-01](https://comparepv.com/panel/q-sun-solar-qn-670hjt-01) | 670 W | +55 W, cooler, +2.0 pp | | [Gamko New Energy GKA210N120-670](https://comparepv.com/panel/gamko-new-energy-gka210n120-670) | 670 W | +55 W, lighter, +1.9 pp | | [Q-SUN Solar QN-665HJT-01](https://comparepv.com/panel/q-sun-solar-qn-665hjt-01) | 665 W | +50 W, cooler, +1.8 pp | --- Source: https://comparepv.com/panel/vikram-solar-paradea-vsmdh-60-aaa-05-615 Not in this file, on the page: the I-V and temperature curves lifted from the manufacturer's datasheet, a thirty-year output simulator, a bifacial gain calculator and alternatives filtered by how closely they match these dimensions.