budget
Trina Solar Solar Panels
China
$950-$1400
per kW installed
Trina Solar is a Tier-1 manufacturer and one of the most popular choices for Australian residential installations. Their Vertex S+ series offers a strong balance of efficiency, warranty, and price. Established in 1997, Trina has one of the longest track records in the industry.
22.1%
Efficiency
15yr / 25yr
Product / Performance
0.4%/yr
Degradation
N-type
Cell Type
Available Models
Trina Vertex S+ 440W
N-type TOPCon Monocrystalline
440W
per panel
Efficiency: 22.1%
Degradation: 0.4%/yr
Weight: 21.3kg
Sizes: 5, 6.6, 8.8, 10, 13.3kW
Pros
- +25+ year track record
- +Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- +15-year product warranty
- +Tier-1 bankability rating
- +Widely available in AU
Cons
- -Chinese-manufactured
- -Not the absolute highest efficiency
- -Brand less differentiated vs Jinko/LONGi