Sharp v Sanyo v Shell modules [RE-wrenches]

[Barbra Kerr]

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David -

I am a devoted Sanyo Supplier for my area, which range from beach to high
desert to Mountains.  Between clouds and high heat this is definitely the
best performer.

Sanyo's HIT product is superior (in my opinion) to all others with the
exception of 1st Solar's Thin film product (commercial uses only). 

We have systems in cloudy beach areas that have exceeded our output
estimates by 30%.  Yes we are waiting for the "break-in" period to be
overcome (common for thin film).  Other systems in the desert (temps over
100 degrees F) that are performing 10-15% over estimated output.

Their power tolerances are unmatched in the industry, and I have never had a
missed delivery date or late shipment of modules! Never had a module fail in
the last 2 years.  And, we are made aware of price increases BEFORE they
happen.  The only downside is the location of the ground screw, on the
inside edge of the frame, perpendicular to the backsheet.  A sloppy
installer could easily nic the backsheet.

Regarding Sharp (88%) and Shell (90%) - I personally prefer not to use these
modules (even though they have been historically cheaper than the Bp, Sanyo)
as their history of flooding the market with inexpensive, less efficient
modules, and then being dry (not having modules) when you need them does not
promote consistent, stable business.  I choose not to run my business that
way.  I understand there has been significant price increases (double
digits) in both these products, and without adequate notice to the dealers.
Sharp's product is at 88% efficiency, and Shell @ 90%.  Sanyo is 94%.


Barbra K. Kerr
President
Kerr Enterprises, Inc
PO Box 1992
Twain Harte, Ca 95383
1-800-886-2258
209-586-9607 Fax
858-337-5097 Cell


-----Original Message-----
From: David Palumbo, Independent Power & Light [mailto:ipl at sover.net] 
Sent: Wednesday, October 12, 2005 6:34 AM
To: RE-wrenches at topica. com
Subject: Sharp v Sanyo v Shell modules [RE-wrenches]


REnches,

I'm looking for comments on your experiences with pv modules as we look to
expand what we offer our customers.

We have most often used Shell 165/175's and been happy with performance,
look, ease of install etc.

Have recently began using Sanyo HIP 190's. We have not seen any problems
with them, so far.

We are considering using Sharp 205's (ND-205U1) modules. These are
Poly-crystalline silicon. Whereas the Sanyo's are a proprietary single
crystal/amorphous hybrid, and the Shell's are single crystal.

Any feedback on the Sharp and Sanyo modules will be appreciated.

Dave

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