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ZNShine ZXM8-TP132-645W
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ZXM8-TP132-645W

645 Wp PERC
ComparePV verdict

Middle of its segment, modest efficiency

Rank 5,186 of 14,005
Compare panels Datasheet PDF
Power (Wp)
645
Strong · top 7%
Efficiency (%)
20.76
Weak · bottom 11%
Density (Wp/m²)
207.6
Weak · bottom 12%
Temp (%/°C)
-0.340
Typical · median -0.340
Weight (kg)
33.5
Typical · median 34.0 kg
Warranty (yrs)
25
Weak · bottom 16%

The ZNShine ZXM8-TP132 series is designed for high energy yield in installations where every square meter counts, ensuring stable performance for years. The modules utilize an N-type architecture based on TOPCon technology and a half-cut structure, which translates into better performance under partial shading and lower connection losses. The multi-busbar structure improves current collection from the cells, and double glass (glass-glass) enhances resistance to moisture, microcracks, and challenging operating conditions. An additional advantage is bifaciality - the module can also operate from the rear side, enabling energy gains in areas with reflected light (light-colored roofs, gravel, concrete). In practice, this solution is ideal for PV farms, larger commercial roofs, and projects where high durability, better performance in low light, and predictable energy production over the long term are priorities.

Ranking

217 panels in the segment PERC 600-650 W
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 20.76% 21.38% Weak · bottom 11% 10,612
Power density 207.6 213.8 Weak · bottom 12% 10,562
Temperature coefficient -0.340 -0.340 Typical 8,778
Weight per kWp 51.9 55.7 Typical 5,361
Performance warranty 25 yrs 30 yrs Weak · bottom 16% 9,798
Colour key Strong - top 25% Typical - middle 50% Weak - bottom 25%

Signals from the data

0 positive · 3 caution
Best for

Utility-scale, commercial and shaded-installations.

Not ideal for

Tight roof space, roofs where every square metre has to count and owners who want a long output guarantee.

Watch-outs
20.76% module efficiency

Bottom 11% of the PERC 600-650 W segment, against a median of 21.38%.

207.6 watts per square metre

Bottom 12% of the PERC 600-650 W segment, against a median of 213.8.

25 year performance warranty

Bottom 16% of the PERC 600-650 W segment, against a median of 30 yrs.

Notes from the database
  • At 20.8% efficiency, this panel is 0.6pp below the PERC 600-650W median of 21.4%
  • Power density of 207.6 W/m² is 6.2 W/m² below PERC 600-650W median (213.8 W/m²) - needs more roof space
  • At -0.34%/°C, hot weather performance is typical for PERC 600-650W panels
  • #10612 for efficiency, #8778 for temperature performance out of 14005 panels

Specifications

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Nominal power (Pmax) 645 Wp Nameplate at 1000 W/m², 25 °C
Module efficiency 20.76 % Weak Segment median 21.38%
Vmpp · Impp 37.20 V · 17.34 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 45.00 V · 18.37 A Sizes the string length
Max system voltage 1500 V Longer strings than 1000 V modules
Dimensions 2384×1303×35 mm · 3.11 m² of roof
Weight 33.5 kg Typical Typical · median 34.0 kg
Cells 132 · PERC Monocrystalline
Coefficient Pmax -0.340 %/°C Typical median -0.340 of its segment
Coefficient Voc · Isc -0.290 · 0.050 %/°C
NOCT 43 °C At 800 W/m², 20 °C ambient
Product warranty 12 years Hardware defects only
Performance warranty 25 years Weak bottom 16% · median 30 yrs
End-of-warranty output 84.8 % Equals 536 W guaranteed
Degradation 0.55 % Per year after the first

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
-0.340 %/°C against a segment median of -0.340
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Size
Panel Power Eff. Temp. Weight Difference
ZNShine ZXM8-TP132-645W 645 W 20.76% -0.340 33.5 kg You are here
AIKO-A650-MAE72Mw 650 W 25.20% -0.260 27.0 kg Cooler, lighter, +4.4 pp
AIKO-A680-MDE72Mw 680 W 25.20% -0.260 29.0 kg Cooler, +4.4 pp, +5 yr warranty
AIKO-A675-MDE72Mw 675 W 25.00% -0.260 29.0 kg Cooler, +4.2 pp, +5 yr warranty
AIKO-A645-MAE72Mw 645 W 25.00% -0.260 27.0 kg Cooler, lighter, +4.2 pp
AIKO-A695-MAE78Dw 695 W 24.90% -0.260 34.5 kg +50 W, cooler, +4.1 pp
AIKO-G670-MCH72Mw 670 W 24.80% -0.260 28.2 kg Cooler, lighter, +4.0 pp
LR7-72HVHF-670M 670 W 24.80% -0.260 28.5 kg Cooler, lighter, +4.0 pp
ZXM8-TP132-650W 650 W 20.92% -0.340 33.5 kg Very close match
AIKO-A805-GRH78Dw 805 W 25.10% -0.260 39.8 kg +160 W, cooler, +4.3 pp
AIKO-A800-GRH78Dw 800 W 24.90% -0.260 39.8 kg +155 W, cooler, +4.1 pp
AIKO-A795-GRH78Dw 795 W 24.80% -0.260 39.8 kg +150 W, cooler, +4.0 pp
AIKO-A790-GRH78Dw 790 W 24.60% -0.260 39.8 kg +145 W, cooler, +3.8 pp
TSM-NEG21C.20Q-760 760 W 24.50% -0.260 38.3 kg +115 W, cooler, +3.7 pp
AIKO-A785-GRH78Dw 785 W 24.40% -0.260 39.8 kg +140 W, cooler, +3.6 pp
GK-4-78HGBD-780M 780 W 24.30% -0.260 38.7 kg +135 W, cooler, +3.5 pp
AIKO-A780-GRH78Dw 780 W 24.30% -0.260 39.8 kg +135 W, cooler, +3.5 pp

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Common questions

6 answered
What is the maximum power output of the ZNShine ZXM8-TP132 panel and what installations is it suited for?
The ZXM8-TP132 series reaches up to 670 Wp with efficiency above 21%. With 132 half-cut cells and a multi-busbar design, it works well for large commercial and industrial rooftop installations as well as utility-scale PV farms where maximizing energy yield per square meter matters most.
What warranty comes with the ZNShine ZXM8-TP132 Series?
The manufacturer provides a 12-year product warranty and a 25-year linear power warranty, standard for premium-grade PERC modules today. Annual power degradation is around 0.55%, so the panel retains a high performance level close to the guaranteed output even after 25 years of operation.
Is the ZNShine ZXM8-TP132 bifacial and can it generate power from the rear side?
No, the ZXM8-TP132 series is a mono-facial module, optimized for standard rooftop mounting facing one direction toward the sun. If you want extra energy gain from reflected light, consider the bifacial variant from the same product family - the ZXM8-TPLDD132 with double glass.
What is PERC technology and what advantages does it bring to the ZXM8-TP132 panels?
PERC (Passivated Emitter and Rear Contact) is a cell technology that adds a reflective passivation layer on the rear side, bouncing unused light back into the cell to increase absorption. In practice this means higher module efficiency, better performance under low-light conditions, and a lower temperature coefficient compared to older silicon cell technologies.
Is ZNShine a reliable solar panel manufacturer?
Yes, ZNShine is a China-based manufacturer with Tier 1 status, indicating financial stability, in-house production lines, and a long-standing presence on the global market. The modules meet IEC 61215, IEC 61730, and IEC 61701 standards, and Tier 1 status also makes it easier to secure bank financing for installations.
How do the half-cut cells in the ZXM8-TP132 differ from traditional full-size cells?
Half-cut cells are standard silicon cells cut in half, reducing resistive losses across busbar connections and improving module behavior under partial shading, such as from a chimney or neighboring building. In practice, a half-cut panel delivers higher energy yield and is less prone to output drops when sunlight exposure is uneven throughout the day.
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