Suntech Solar Panels

Suntech solar panels come in a great variety of sizes and shapes, with something for nearly every need and application.

Suntech solar panels are designed for both home and commercial use; and for on the grid use, as well as off the grid use. They are highly efficient as well, and can help decrease your energy costs.

The portable solar panels are made of rugged materials that can withstand very tough climates and conditions. The frames are made of aluminum and the glazing is low-iron, tempered glass. Generally, they come with a 25 year warranty.

Care is taken to manufacture an asthetically pleasing solar panel that you can be proud of. This can add tremendous value to your house and property. They also have a Black Label line of solar panels, which have a very pleasing appearance.

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There have been over 1,000,000 Suntech solar panels sold worldwide as of this date,which is a good indicator of the quality. They must pass through a rigorous inspection process before the panels are acceptable for retail sale.

Because Suntech solar panels are designed and manufactured by such a large company, they benefit from the research and development that only a big company can manage. This keeps them on the cutting edge of technology.

Here is the Suntech product list:

Suntech Standard Modules. Suntech is able to offer one of widest ranges of standardized modules in the entire solar industry.
Just Roof. A complete roof, made entirely of photovoltaic cells, integrated together.
Quick Snap. This is a high efficiency solar power system that uses advanced, high performance techniques and materials.
Black Label. An aesthetically pleasing solar panel that is ideal for mounting on rooftops or facades.
See Thru. An advanced new type of photovoltaic glazing.
Light Thru. An ingenious power generator and aesthetic sunshade combined into one unit.
Semi-Shade. This is a module to make fixed size canopies and facades.

Monocrystalline or Polycrystalline?

Suntech's Monocrystalline Standard Modules are designed to deliver the highest efficiency, while the Polycrystalline Standard Modules are built to deliver the most cost effective performance.

Because monocrystalline is more efficient, it is also more expensive. This is great for small to medium sized solar panels, but becomes cost-ineffective with larger panels. For this reason, Suntech solar panels are offered with both materials.

Suntech solar panels offer high conversion efficiency of up to 16.5% for Monocrystalline and 15.5% for Polycrystalline cells. Though the monocrystalline solar cells are more efficient, at a certain point the added expense is not justified, especially when using larger solar panels. The added cost is more than the potential savings, and you should opt for the polycrystalline solar panel.

Suntech solar panels have powered some of the world's most visible solar projects

2008 “Birds Nest” Olympic Stadium in Beijing
The 23.3 Megawatt solar park in Trujillo, Spain
The 450 Kilowatt PV system for the San Francisco International Airport
120 Kilowatt installation in the Kanazawa Bus Terminal in Kanazawa, Japan

Conclusion

For large, commercial projects and expensive home projects, the Suntech solar panel is an excellent choice. However, for the average home owner, there are less expensive options, such as the very popular kits where you can make your own solar panel. For under $200 you can have a great, fully functioning solar panel you made yourself!