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ZNShine ZXM7-UH120-480
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ZXM7-UH120-480

480 Wp TOPCon
ComparePV verdict

Middle of its segment, short guarantee

Rank 9,306 of 14,005
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Power (Wp)
480
Typical for its class
Efficiency (%)
22.24
Typical · median 22.52%
Density (Wp/m²)
222.4
Typical · median 225.2
Temp (%/°C)
-0.300
Weak · bottom 20%
Weight (kg)
23.0
Typical · median 24.0 kg
Warranty (yrs)
25
Weak · bottom 3%

The ZNShine ZXM7-UH120 series was designed for installations where stable energy yield matters, even under less-than-ideal conditions. The use of n-type TOPCon cells helps minimize losses associated with material aging and maintains high efficiency over a long operational lifespan. The construction based on half-cut cells improves performance under partial shading and reduces resistive losses, resulting in more predictable energy production in real rooftop conditions.

Another distinguishing feature is the MultiBus/MultiBus II (MBB/SMBB) technology, which enhances current harvesting from the cells and improves resistance to micro-cracking. In practice, this solution benefits investors who aim to minimize performance degradation over time and expect good results even under lower irradiance conditions.

This series is suitable for residential and commercial installations, especially where compatibility with modern inverters and optimizers, as well as high module quality, is important. Compared to many standard PERC panels, the advantage lies in superior degradation resistance and better performance in challenging conditions.

Ranking

1,089 panels in the segment TOPCon 450-500 W
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 22.24% 22.52% Typical 5,722
Power density 222.4 225.2 Typical 5,708
Temperature coefficient -0.300 -0.290 Weak · bottom 20% 6,093
Weight per kWp 47.9 52.2 Typical 1,973
Performance warranty 25 yrs 30 yrs Weak · bottom 3% 9,798
Colour key Strong - top 25% Typical - middle 50% Weak - bottom 25%

Signals from the data

0 positive · 2 caution
Best for

Residential, commercial and shaded-installations.

Not ideal for

Owners who want a long output guarantee and hot climates.

Watch-outs
25 year performance warranty

Bottom 3% of the TOPCon 450-500 W segment, against a median of 30 yrs. Ranked 9,798th in the whole database.

-0.300 %/°C temperature coefficient

Bottom 20% of the TOPCon 450-500 W segment, against a median of -0.290.

Notes from the database
  • Efficiency of 22.2% matches the TOPCon 450-500W median
  • Power density of 222.4 W/m² matches the TOPCon 450-500W median
  • Temperature coefficient of -0.30%/°C matches the TOPCon 450-500W median
  • Weight of 23.0 kg is typical for TOPCon 450-500W panels
  • Ranked #5722 out of 14005 panels for efficiency in the database

Specifications

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Nominal power (Pmax) 480 Wp Nameplate at 1000 W/m², 25 °C
Module efficiency 22.24 % Typical Segment median 22.52%
Vmpp · Impp 35.50 V · 13.53 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 42.70 V · 14.25 A Sizes the string length
Max system voltage 1500 V Longer strings than 1000 V modules
Dimensions 1903×1134×30 mm · 2.16 m² of roof
Weight 23.0 kg Typical Typical · median 24.0 kg
Cells 120 · TOPCon Monocrystalline
Coefficient Pmax -0.300 %/°C Weak bottom 20% of its segment
Coefficient Voc · Isc -0.250 · 0.046 %/°C
NOCT 44 °C At 800 W/m², 20 °C ambient
Product warranty 12 years Hardware defects only
Performance warranty 25 years Weak bottom 3% · median 30 yrs
End-of-warranty output 87.0 % Equals 406 W guaranteed
Degradation 1.00 → 0.50 % First year, then annual

Datasheet charts

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Measured curves published by ZNShine in this model's datasheet. A chart carrying a wattage was measured on that variant alone - only the ones that describe 480 Wp appear here. The rest cover the whole series.

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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
-0.300 %/°C against a segment median of -0.290
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Size
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ZNShine ZXM7-UH120-480 480 W 22.24% -0.300 23.0 kg You are here
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LR7-54HJD-500M 500 W 24.50% -0.240 23.5 kg Cooler, +2.3 pp, +5 yr warranty
CIPRO-TN9C54M-500W 500 W 24.50% -0.260 21.4 kg Cooler, +2.3 pp, +5 yr warranty
ZXM7-SHLDD120-440 440 W 20.39% -0.350 26.5 kg Hotter, -1.8 pp, +5 yr warranty
ZXM7-SHLDD120-445 445 W 20.62% -0.350 26.5 kg Hotter, -1.6 pp, +5 yr warranty
ZXM7-SHLDD120-450 450 W 20.85% -0.350 26.5 kg Hotter, -1.4 pp, +5 yr warranty
ZXM7-SHLDD120-455 455 W 21.08% -0.350 26.5 kg Hotter, -1.2 pp, +5 yr warranty
ZXM7-SHLDD120-460 460 W 21.32% -0.350 26.5 kg Hotter, -0.9 pp, +5 yr warranty
ZXM7-SHLDD120-465 465 W 21.55% -0.350 26.5 kg Hotter, heavier, +5 yr warranty
LR7-60HVH-560M 560 W 24.80% -0.260 25.0 kg +80 W, +2.6 pp, +5 yr warranty
LR7-60HVH-555M 555 W 24.60% -0.260 25.0 kg +75 W, +2.4 pp, +5 yr warranty
LR7-60HVHL-550M 550 W 24.40% -0.260 16.3 kg +70 W, lighter, +2.2 pp
JAT60S40-540/LR 540 W 24.40% -0.260 23.5 kg +60 W, +2.2 pp, +5 yr warranty

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Common questions

6 answered
What is the maximum power output of the ZNShine ZXM7-UH120 panel?
Panels from the ZXM7-UH120 series reach a maximum power output of up to 485 Wp. High power combined with relatively compact module dimensions results in better use of available roof space and fewer panels needed to reach the target system capacity.
What warranty comes with ZNShine ZXM7-UH120 panels?
The manufacturer provides a 12-year product warranty and a 25-year linear power output warranty. This means the panel is guaranteed to retain a defined percentage of its nominal power over a quarter century of operation, which is standard for modern n-type TOPCon modules.
How does TOPCon technology in the ZXM7-UH120 differ from standard PERC panels?
The n-type TOPCon cells used in the ZXM7-UH120 series have a lower degradation rate than typical p-type PERC cells and perform better at higher temperatures. In practice, this means a slower decline in efficiency over the years and higher real-world energy yield compared to older PERC designs.
Do ZXM7-UH120 panels perform well under partial shading?
Yes, the half-cut cell design used in the ZXM7-UH120 series limits the impact of partial shading on overall module performance. Splitting cells into smaller segments reduces resistive losses, so shading a fragment of the panel, for example from a chimney or antenna, doesn't drastically cut power output from the whole module.
What is MBB/SMBB multi-busbar technology and what's its advantage?
Multi-busbar (MBB/SMBB) technology increases the number of thin conductive lines collecting current from the cell surface. A shorter current path reduces resistive losses, while more solder connections improve resistance to microcracks that can develop during transport, installation, or operation.
Are ZNShine ZXM7-UH120 panels compatible with inverters from different manufacturers?
Yes, the ZXM7-UH120 series is designed for compatibility with popular inverters and power optimizers used in residential and commercial installations. ZNShine is a Tier 1 manufacturer, which also makes project financing and insurance easier to secure.
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