Canadian Solar begins automation of 665-W, large-cell modules

• Canadian Solar Inc (NASDAQ: CSIQ) said on Monday that it has started automation of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules with an individual ability of up to 665 W and also expects to supply the first batch later on this month.

The business is now making the brand-new generation of monofacial HiKu7 and also bifacial BiHiKu7 modules, based upon 210-mm cells. It intends to reach 10 GW of consolidated nameplate production capability for both variations by the end of the year.

The new modules achieve module efficiencies of as much as 21.4% and also, Canadian Solar quotes, lower equilibrium of system (BOS) prices by up to 5.7% and levelised expense of electricity (LCOE) by up to 8.9% relative to mainstream 445-W panels.

"With up to 665 W ability, these modules will additionally reduce the LCOE of solar power created and increase the energy yield of solar plants. These modules additionally have high dependability with several special modern technologies, such as damage-free cell cutting, stringent hot spot control, and also low LeTID [light-and raised temperature-induced deterioration] modern technology, etc," said Shawn Qu, chairman as well as CEO of Canadian Solar.