Space saver, heavy for its output
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
Signals from the data
Commercial, utility-scale and shaded-installations.
Weight-limited structures and hot climates.
Top 18% of the PERC 650-700 W segment, against a median of 212.5.
Top 20% of the PERC 650-700 W segment, against a median of 21.25%.
Bottom 7% of the PERC 650-700 W segment, against a median of 52.3. Ranked 12,051st in the whole database.
Bottom 10% of the PERC 650-700 W segment, against a median of -0.340.
- At 21.6% efficiency, this panel is on par with typical PERC 650-700W modules
- 215.7 W/m² power density - 3.2 W/m² more than PERC 650-700W median (212.5 W/m²), more power per roof area
- At -0.35%/°C, hot weather performance is typical for PERC 650-700W panels
- At 39.5 kg, this panel is 5.0 kg heavier than the PERC 650-700W median (34.5 kg) - more demanding for installation crews
- Bifacial design (70% factor) captures reflected light - adds 4-10% yield on ground-mount or white roof
Specifications
Datasheet charts
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 670 Wp appear here. The rest cover the whole series.
Simulations
Degradation from this panel's own datasheet figures. No inverter, soiling or shading losses.
Model: bifaciality × albedo × 0.6 view factor. A first-order estimate, not a yield simulation.
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About the PARADEA series
These answers cover the whole series. Where a figure differs, the specification above is this module's own.