Zhonghuan Semiconductor

Trina Solar has actually strengthened its solar wafer supply line with the finalizing of a 1.2 billion wafer handle Zhonguan Semiconductor, valued at RMB6.5 billion (US$ 990 million).

The Chinese giant has argued its 166mm M6 product should be the new iteration used worldwide, even though larger products have been launched by rivals. Longi says the fact existing cell and module production lines can be adapted for the M6 means rising demand for solar worldwide can be swiftly satisfied.

The manufacturer says its Kwafoo product improves efficiency and, if used in the optimal p-type PERC type of panel, could boast a module output of 610 W.