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Vikram Solar Brand review

PARADEA VSMDH.72.550.05

550 Wp PERC Bifacial 70%
ComparePV verdict

Warranty pick, heavy for its output

Rank 7,059 of 14,129
Compare panels Datasheet PDF
Power (Wp)
550
Weak · bottom 15%
Efficiency (%)
21.29
Typical · median 21.29%
Density (Wp/m²)
212.9
Typical · median 212.9
Temp (%/°C)
-0.350
Typical · median -0.350
Weight (kg)
32.5
Weak · 1.7 kg above median
Warranty (yrs)
30
Strong · top 25%

The Paradea series is a bifacial glass-glass module lineup engineered to drive down the levelized cost of energy in large-scale ground-mount and utility installations. Built on M10 half-cut cells using Mono PERC technology, the modules reduce resistive losses and lower the risk of damage under partial shading, resulting in more stable performance across the entire string. Thanks to its bifacial construction, the panel harvests additional energy from light reflected onto its rear side, making it a particularly compelling choice for solar farms built on bright ground cover, gravel, or in regions with strong reflected irradiance. A reinforced, anodized double-wall frame improves mechanical strength and streamlines logistics by fitting more modules per container. The series has passed rigorous hail-resistance testing along with exposure to harsh environmental conditions such as sand dust, salt mist, and concentrated ammonia, making it well suited for installers working in coastal or desert climates. Low power degradation over time combined with a lower BoS cost translate into a stronger return on investment for developers and asset owners of utility-scale projects who prioritize predictability and long-term system reliability.

Ranking

589 panels in the segment PERC 550-600 W
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 21.29% 21.29% Typical 8,776
Power density 212.9 212.9 Typical 8,563
Temperature coefficient -0.350 -0.350 Typical 10,489
Weight per kWp 59.1 52.7 Weak · bottom 15% 12,099
Performance warranty 30 yrs 27 yrs Strong · top 25% 21
Colour key Strong - top 25% Typical - middle 50% Weak - bottom 25%

Signals from the data

1 positive · 1 caution
Best for

Utility-scale, shaded-installations and hot-climate.

Not ideal for

Weight-limited structures.

Strengths
30 year performance warranty

Top 25% of the PERC 550-600 W segment, against a median of 27 yrs.

Watch-outs
59.1 kg per kWp

Bottom 15% of the PERC 550-600 W segment, against a median of 52.7.

Notes from the database
  • Efficiency of 21.3% matches the PERC 550-600W median
  • At 212.9 W/m² power density, roof space requirements are typical for PERC 550-600W panels
  • At -0.35%/°C, hot weather performance is typical for PERC 550-600W panels
  • At 32.5 kg, this panel is 1.7 kg heavier than the PERC 550-600W median (30.8 kg) - more demanding for installation crews
  • Bifacial design (70% factor) captures reflected light - adds 4-10% yield on ground-mount or white roof

Specifications

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Nominal power (Pmax) 550 Wp Nameplate at 1000 W/m², 25 °C
Module efficiency 21.29 % Typical Segment median 21.29%
Vmpp · Impp 41.90 V · 13.14 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 49.70 V · 13.82 A Sizes the string length
Max system voltage 1500 V Longer strings than 1000 V modules
Dimensions 2278×1134×30 mm · 2.58 m² of roof
Weight 32.5 kg Weak Weak · 1.7 kg above median
Cells 144 · 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 25% · median 27 yrs
End-of-warranty output 83.5 % Equals 459 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.72.550.05 550 W 21.29% -0.350 32.5 kg You are here
LR7-54HJD-510M 510 W 25.00% -0.240 23.5 kg Cooler, lighter, +3.7 pp
LR7-60HVH-560M 560 W 24.80% -0.260 25.0 kg Cooler, lighter, +3.5 pp
LR7-54HJD-505M 505 W 24.70% -0.240 23.5 kg Cooler, lighter, +3.4 pp
WST-505BKX54-A2 505 W 24.70% -0.260 25.0 kg Cooler, lighter, +3.4 pp
LR7-60HVH-555M 555 W 24.60% -0.260 25.0 kg Cooler, lighter, +3.3 pp
LR7-54HJD-500M 500 W 24.50% -0.240 23.5 kg Cooler, lighter, +3.2 pp
PREXOS VSMDHT.72.535.05 535 W 20.75% -0.350 28.2 kg Lighter, -0.5 pp, -3 yr warranty
PARADEA VSMDH.72.AAA.05-540 540 W 20.90% -0.350 32.5 kg -10 W, -0.4 pp
PREXOS VSMDHT.72.540.05 540 W 20.94% -0.350 28.2 kg Lighter, -0.3 pp, -3 yr warranty
PARADEA VSMDH.72.AAA.05-545 545 W 21.10% -0.350 32.5 kg Very close match
PREXOS VSMDHT.72.545.05 545 W 21.13% -0.350 28.2 kg Lighter, -3 yr warranty
AIKO-A650-MAE72Mw 650 W 25.20% -0.260 27.0 kg +100 W, cooler, +3.9 pp
AIKO-A645-MAE72Mw 645 W 25.00% -0.260 27.0 kg +95 W, cooler, +3.7 pp
AIKO-A640-MAE72Mw 640 W 24.80% -0.260 27.0 kg +90 W, cooler, +3.5 pp
AIKO-A635-MAE72Mw 635 W 24.60% -0.260 27.0 kg +85 W, cooler, +3.3 pp
AIKO-A630-MAH72Dw 630 W 24.40% -0.260 32.5 kg +80 W, cooler, +3.1 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 and efficiency of Vikram Solar Paradea modules?
The Paradea series reaches a maximum power output of up to 565 Wp with module efficiency of up to 21.87%. This high output is achieved through M10 half-cut cells using Mono PERC technology and a multi busbar (MBB) design that reduces resistive losses. For large ground-mount installations, this means fewer modules are needed to reach the target plant capacity.
How much extra energy do the bifacial Paradea modules generate from reflected light?
The glass-glass construction allows Paradea modules to capture reflected light on the rear side, delivering a bifacial gain of up to 25% compared to a monofacial module. The actual gain depends on ground albedo - the best results are achieved over light gravel, white roofing membrane, or sand, making this series well suited to ground-mount farms on bright terrain.
What warranty does Vikram Solar offer on the Paradea series?
The manufacturer provides a 12-year product warranty along with a 30-year linear power warranty, guaranteeing at least 98% of nominal power after the first year and 83.5% after 30 years of operation. This level of warranty is typical of a Tier 1 manufacturer and translates into predictable, long-term ROI for large-scale PV projects.
Are Paradea panels suitable for a residential pitched roof?
Not really. The modules measure 2278 x 1134 mm and weigh around 32.5 kg, making them too large and heavy for typical pitched-roof residential mounting structures. The Paradea series was primarily designed for large ground-mount and utility-scale installations, where lowering the levelized cost of energy (LCOE) across a large area is the main priority.
How do Paradea modules perform under harsh environmental conditions, such as hail or coastal climates?
The series has passed rigorous hail resistance testing along with tests for aggressive environmental factors such as sand dust, salt mist, and concentrated ammonia. A reinforced, double-wall anodized frame further increases mechanical durability. As a result, Paradea modules perform well in both desert installations and coastal regions, where standard modules corrode or degrade faster.
How do the Mono PERC half-cut cells in Paradea differ from standard full-size cells?
Half-cut cells are split in half, which reduces current and resistive losses and lowers the risk of hot spots forming under partial shading, such as from clouds or debris. Combined with Mono PERC technology, which improves light absorption through an added rear passivation layer, this results in higher efficiency and more stable performance across the entire module string.
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