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ZNShine ZXM7-SHLD132-490
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ZXM7-SHLD132-490

490 Wp PERC
ComparePV verdict

Warranty pick, heavy for its output

Rank 9,792 of 14,005
Compare panels Datasheet PDF
Power (Wp)
490
Strong · top 15%
Efficiency (%)
20.64
Typical · median 20.82%
Density (Wp/m²)
206.4
Typical · median 208.5
Temp (%/°C)
-0.350
Typical · median -0.350
Weight (kg)
29.0
Weak · 4.5 kg above median
Warranty (yrs)
30
Strong · top 20%

The ZNShine ZXM7-SHLD132 series consists of monocrystalline half-cut modules designed for high real-world performance, not just in laboratory conditions. Thanks to the concentrated current flow within the module (multi-busbar construction) and optimized glass optics with an anti-reflective coating, the panels operate more stably under variable sunlight conditions and utilize scattered light more effectively - a highly practical feature in Poland.

A key feature of this series is the 132 half-cell architecture, which minimizes losses and enhances resistance to microcracking during installation and operation on the structure. Depending on your project, you can choose the version with the double glass option, which increases resistance to moisture, mechanical stress, and long-term operation in challenging locations. You also gain high PID resistance and a long linear power warranty, translating to predictable energy production and lower service risks.

This is an excellent choice for commercial installations, PV farms, and modern roofs, where durability, parameter consistency, and profitability throughout the system's entire lifecycle are crucial.

Ranking

449 panels in the segment PERC 450-500 W
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 20.64% 20.82% Typical 11,037
Power density 206.4 208.5 Typical 11,027
Temperature coefficient -0.350 -0.350 Typical 10,419
Weight per kWp 59.2 53.1 Weak · bottom 12% 12,043
Performance warranty 30 yrs 25 yrs Strong · top 20% 21
Colour key Strong - top 25% Typical - middle 50% Weak - bottom 25%

Signals from the data

1 positive · 1 caution
Best for

Commercial and shaded-installations.

Not ideal for

Weight-limited structures.

Strengths
30 year performance warranty

Top 20% of the PERC 450-500 W segment, against a median of 25 yrs.

Watch-outs
59.2 kg per kWp

Bottom 12% of the PERC 450-500 W segment, against a median of 53.1.

Notes from the database
  • At 20.6% efficiency, this panel is on par with typical PERC 450-500W modules
  • At 206.3 W/m² power density, roof space requirements are typical for PERC 450-500W panels
  • Temperature coefficient of -0.35%/°C matches the PERC 450-500W median
  • Weight of 29.0 kg is 4.5 kg above PERC 450-500W median (24.5 kg) - verify structural support
  • Ranked #11037 out of 14005 panels for efficiency in the database

Specifications

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Nominal power (Pmax) 490 Wp Nameplate at 1000 W/m², 25 °C
Module efficiency 20.64 % Typical Segment median 20.82%
Vmpp · Impp 37.70 V · 13.00 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 45.20 V · 13.73 A Sizes the string length
Max system voltage 1500 V Longer strings than 1000 V modules
Dimensions 2094×1134×30 mm · 2.37 m² of roof
Weight 29.0 kg Weak Weak · 4.5 kg above median
Cells 132 · PERC Monocrystalline
Coefficient Pmax -0.350 %/°C Typical median -0.350 of its segment
Coefficient Voc · Isc -0.290 · 0.050 %/°C
NOCT 44 °C At 800 W/m², 20 °C ambient
Product warranty 12 years Hardware defects only
Performance warranty 30 years Strong top 20% · median 25 yrs
End-of-warranty output 85.0 % Equals 416 W guaranteed
Degradation 2.00 → 0.45 % 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
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Lifetime energy
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Energy value
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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
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Filter these
Size
Panel Power Eff. Temp. Weight Difference
ZNShine ZXM7-SHLD132-490 490 W 20.64% -0.350 29.0 kg You are here
LR7-54HJD-510M 510 W 25.00% -0.240 23.5 kg Cooler, lighter, +4.4 pp
AIKO-A495-MCE54Mw 495 W 24.80% -0.260 21.0 kg Cooler, lighter, +4.2 pp
LR7-54HJD-505M 505 W 24.70% -0.240 23.5 kg Cooler, lighter, +4.1 pp
AIKO-A490-MCE54Mw 490 W 24.50% -0.260 21.0 kg Cooler, lighter, +3.9 pp
LR7-54HJD-500M 500 W 24.50% -0.240 23.5 kg Cooler, lighter, +3.9 pp
CIPRO-TN9C54M-500W 500 W 24.50% -0.260 21.4 kg Cooler, lighter, +3.9 pp
ZXM7-SHLDD132-485 485 W 20.42% -0.350 29.0 kg -0.2 pp
ZXM7-SHLDD132-495 495 W 20.85% -0.350 29.0 kg +0.2 pp
ZXM7-SHLDD132-500 500 W 21.06% -0.350 29.0 kg +10 W, +0.4 pp
ZXM7-SHLDD132-505 505 W 21.27% -0.350 29.0 kg +15 W, +0.6 pp
GKA120N-PRO-590W 590 W 23.82% -0.300 26.7 kg +100 W, cooler, +3.2 pp
GKA120N-PRO-585W 585 W 23.62% -0.300 26.7 kg +95 W, cooler, +3.0 pp
BGO 580 580 W 23.50% -0.290 26.0 kg +90 W, cooler, +2.9 pp
GKA120N-PRO-580W 580 W 23.42% -0.300 26.7 kg +90 W, cooler, +2.8 pp

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Common questions

6 answered
What warranty comes with ZNShine ZXM7-SHLD132 solar panels?
The ZXM7-SHLD132 series comes with a 12-year product warranty and a 30-year linear power output warranty. This means the manufacturer guarantees a minimum energy generation level over three decades, which supports predictable ROI calculations and lowers risk in commercial and utility-scale PV project planning.
What does the 132 half-cut cell architecture mean for this series?
Half-cut technology splits each standard silicon cell in half, reducing current losses and internal resistance within the module. In the ZXM7-SHLD132, this delivers higher efficiency, better mechanical resistance to microcracks during transport and installation, and more stable performance under partial shading compared to conventional full-cell panels.
How does the dual-glass version differ from the standard configuration?
The dual-glass option replaces the rear polymer backsheet with an additional tempered glass layer. This improves resistance to moisture ingress, snow and wind loads, and long-term material aging, which matters for extended service life on commercial rooftops and in ground-mount installations in harsher climates.
What type of installation is the 510 Wp version best suited for?
With a maximum power rating of 510 Wp, the ZXM7-SHLD132 is primarily aimed at commercial installations, large industrial rooftops, and utility-scale PV farms, where maximizing power density per square meter of roof or ground matters most. Fewer panels are needed to reach a target system size, which also reduces mounting structure and labor costs.
Do ZNShine ZXM7-SHLD132 panels perform well in cold weather and low light conditions?
Yes, PERC cell technology combined with an anti-reflective glass coating helps the modules make better use of diffuse light, which matters in cloudy conditions typical of Central European climates. The multi-busbar design ensures more stable current flow, so the panels maintain good output even at lower temperatures and variable irradiance, not just under lab test conditions.
Are these panels resistant to PID degradation?
Yes, the ZXM7-SHLD132 series offers high resistance to PID (Potential Induced Degradation), a phenomenon caused by voltage potential differences in large arrays that can reduce power output. This is especially relevant for utility-scale PV farms and commercial systems with high-voltage strings, where unmitigated PID can lead to significant, hard-to-detect energy losses over time.
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