--- title: "Vikram Solar PARADEA VSMDH.72.550.05 Solar Panel: Specs & Datasheet | ComparePV" description: "Vikram Solar PARADEA VSMDH.72.550.05 solar panel. Specs: 21.29% efficiency, Monocrystalline cells, dimensions, warranty and temperature coefficient." source: "https://comparepv.com/panel/vikram-solar-paradea-vsmdh-72-550-05" image: "https://comparepv.com/og/panel/vikram-solar-paradea-vsmdh-72-550-05.png" updated: 2026-09-11 --- # Vikram Solar PARADEA VSMDH.72.550.05 Warranty pick, heavy for its output 589 panels in the segment PERC 550-600 W ## Identity - **Manufacturer:** Vikram Solar - **Model:** PARADEA VSMDH.72.550.05 - **Series:** Paradea - **Rated power:** 550 W - **Cell technology:** PERC - **Bifacial:** yes ## How it compares Compared against segment PERC 550-600 W (589 panels). | Measure | This panel | Segment median | Standing | Rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Power (Wp) | 550 W | 560 W | Weak - bottom 15% | | | 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 (kg) | 32.5 kg | 30.8 kg | Weak - bottom 15% | | | Performance warranty | 30 yrs | 27 yrs | Strong - top 25% | 21 | ### Full peer table | Measure | This panel | Segment median | Standing | 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 | ### Strengths - **30 year performance warranty** - Top 25% of the PERC 550-600 W segment, against a median of 27 yrs. ### Watch out for - **59.1 kg per kWp** - Bottom 15% of the PERC 550-600 W segment, against a median of 52.7. - **Best for:** Utility-scale, shaded-installations and hot-climate. - **Not ideal for:** Weight-limited structures. ## Specification ### Electrical - **Rated power (Pmax):** 550 W - **Efficiency:** 21.29 % - **Voltage at Pmax (Vmp):** 41.90 V - **Current at Pmax (Imp):** 13.14 A - **Open-circuit voltage (Voc):** 49.70 V - **Short-circuit current (Isc):** 13.82 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:** 144 - **Bifacial:** yes ### Physical - **Length:** 2278 mm - **Width:** 1134 mm - **Thickness:** 30 mm - **Weight:** 32.5 kg - **Area:** 2.58 m2 - **Power density:** 212.9 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:** 459 W ## Rank in the whole catalogue | Measure | Position | | --- | --- | | Efficiency | 8776 of 14129 | | Power density | 8563 of 14129 | | Temperature coefficient | 10489 of 14129 | | Weight | 12099 of 14129 | | Warranty | 21 of 14129 | ## About this series 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. ## Notable figures - 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 ## Questions ### 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. ## Datasheet [Manufacturer datasheet (PDF)](https://comparepv.com/datasheets/PARADEA-M10-540-565W-144-CELLS-fd70e9a2c8eb.pdf) ## Alternatives | Panel | Power | How it differs | | --- | --- | --- | | [Longi Solar LR7-54HJD-510M](https://comparepv.com/panel/longi-lr7-54hjd-510m) | 510 W | Cooler, lighter, +3.7 pp | | [Longi Solar LR7-60HVH-560M](https://comparepv.com/panel/longi-lr7-60hvh-560m) | 560 W | Cooler, lighter, +3.5 pp | | [Longi Solar LR7-54HJD-505M](https://comparepv.com/panel/longi-lr7-54hjd-505m) | 505 W | Cooler, lighter, +3.4 pp | | [WINAICO WST-505BKX54-A2](https://comparepv.com/panel/winaico-wst-505bkx54-a2) | 505 W | Cooler, lighter, +3.4 pp | | [Longi Solar LR7-60HVH-555M](https://comparepv.com/panel/longi-lr7-60hvh-555m) | 555 W | Cooler, lighter, +3.3 pp | | [Longi Solar LR7-54HJD-500M](https://comparepv.com/panel/longi-lr7-54hjd-500m) | 500 W | Cooler, lighter, +3.2 pp | | [Vikram Solar PREXOS VSMDHT.72.535.05](https://comparepv.com/panel/vikram-solar-prexos-vsmdht-72-535-05) | 535 W | Lighter, -0.5 pp, -3 yr warranty | | [Vikram Solar PARADEA VSMDH.72.AAA.05-540](https://comparepv.com/panel/vikram-solar-paradea-vsmdh-72-aaa-05-540) | 540 W | -10 W, -0.4 pp | | [Vikram Solar PREXOS VSMDHT.72.540.05](https://comparepv.com/panel/vikram-solar-prexos-vsmdht-72-540-05) | 540 W | Lighter, -0.3 pp, -3 yr warranty | | [Vikram Solar PARADEA VSMDH.72.AAA.05-545](https://comparepv.com/panel/vikram-solar-paradea-vsmdh-72-aaa-05-545) | 545 W | Very close match | | [Vikram Solar PREXOS VSMDHT.72.545.05](https://comparepv.com/panel/vikram-solar-prexos-vsmdht-72-545-05) | 545 W | Lighter, -3 yr warranty | | [AIKO AIKO-A650-MAE72Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a650-mae72mw) | 650 W | +100 W, cooler, +3.9 pp | | [AIKO AIKO-A645-MAE72Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a645-mae72mw) | 645 W | +95 W, cooler, +3.7 pp | | [AIKO AIKO-A640-MAE72Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a640-mae72mw) | 640 W | +90 W, cooler, +3.5 pp | | [AIKO AIKO-A635-MAE72Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a635-mae72mw) | 635 W | +85 W, cooler, +3.3 pp | | [AIKO AIKO-A630-MAH72Dw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a630-mah72dw) | 630 W | +80 W, cooler, +3.1 pp | --- Source: https://comparepv.com/panel/vikram-solar-paradea-vsmdh-72-550-05 Not in this file, on the page: a thirty-year output simulator, a bifacial gain calculator and alternatives filtered by how closely they match these dimensions.