[RE-wrenches] SolarWorld 245

[R Ray Walters]

My long field experience with Solarworld modules measured in conjunction with an irradiance meter, shows that they do consistently out perform their STC ratings.
Of course that's not a "take it to the bank" lab test. I've also seen Sunpower outperform its STC ratings.

R. Walters
ray at solarray.com
Solar Engineer




On Oct 13, 2010, at 2:01 PM, Marco Mangelsdorf wrote:

> SolarWorld is pushing hard its 245-watt module with the claim that it has won the Photon mag module competition in 2008 and 2009 (compared to several other manufacturers).
>  
> I can send the spec sheet to anyone who wants it.   It states on the front page:  SolarWorld only delivers modules that have greater than or equal to the nameplate rated power.  (emphasis added)
>  
> This implies clearly to me a minus zero percent power tolerance.
>  
> And then you look at the finer print on page 2 and see under Power Tolerance : +/- 3%*
> *Only modules with flash-tested > or = Pmax are delivered.  Linear warranty guarantees Year 1 module output to > or + 97% or Pmax.
>  
> I’m confused.  Does this mod actually have a -0 PT or not?
>  
> And on another note, are many of you finding it difficult to get an adequate supply of PV mods to meet your demands these days?  SolarWorld, Schott, Sharp and Kyocera seem to be in short supply these days out in these here parts.
>  
> Thanks,
> marco
>  
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