It’s Jinko’s most voluminous solar module globally from the current range. Therefore, what is it about the Jinko Cheetah HC that so many find irresistibly appealing? Launched in 2018, the Jinko Cheetah HC has aged magnificently like a fine wine considering the relatively short technology release timelines of many solar module models.
Model:
Jinko Cheetah HC (half-cell).
Variants:
60M; 325 / 330 / 335 / 340 / 345 W.
60M(B); 320 / 325 / 330 / 335 / 340 W.
72M; 390 / 395 / 400 / 405 / 410 W.
TLDR:
The Jinko Cheetah HC (half-cell) has made its mark on the mainstream (by volume) solar market through a combination of brand strength, modern design, relative affordability and Very Good overall product specifications. Options for both residential and industry increases this solar panels diversity.
The following detailed product analysis for the Jinko Cheetah HC should be used as a guide only. Individual circumstances and compatibilities should always be considered when selecting the ideal solar module. This content comprises the Solar Analytica Assessment Criteria (solar modules) based on available product specifications at compilation (refer to post date).
1. Design: 68/100
Perhaps the Design behind the Jinko Cheetah HC is where the ability to surpass time expectations is derived. Ahead of the game for its demographic upon launch, the Jinko Cheetah remains Very Good to date possessing Design features many module manufacturers worldwide are still becoming accustomed to.
Separating a now typical mono half-cell design from the pack is without a doubt the General Recognition to the Jinko monocrystalline range (including the Jinko Cheetah HC), which is the TÜV All Quality Matters Award – PV Modules energy yield simulation 2020. A respected 3rd party assuring factor towards reliable energy harvesting abilities when making a solar panel buying decision.
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2. DURABILITY: 76/100
If Durability is your most important purchasing criteria, the Jinko Cheetah HC matches the Durabilities of the entire Jinko range. As one of the more economically viable solar modules within the Jinko range, spending more on an alternative option could be superfluous should there be no additional specific product classification demands.
Sub-Category | Characteristic | Reference | Class. | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Positive loading | Test load – 5400 Pa, min10% coverage ratio, temp. 25 ±5°C, max humidity 75 %, ±5 % load uniformity, 3 cycles of 1 hr applied load. | IEC 61215-2 MQT16 (reference documents). | Above Avg (Cat2) | 70 |
Negative loading | Test load – 2400 Pa, min10% coverage ratio, temp. 25 ±5°C, max humidity 75 %, ±5 % load uniformity, 3 cycles of 1 hr applied load. | IEC 61215-2 MQT16 (reference documents). | Average | 50 |
Damp heat test | 2000 Hrs – Test Temp: (85 ± 2)°C, Relative humidity: (85 ± 5)%. | IEC 61215-2 MQT13 (reference documents). | Above Avg (Cat1) | 60 |
Thermal cycle test | 600 Cycles – Temp range: (-40 ± 2) to (+85 ± 2) °C. | IEC 61215-2 MQT11 (reference documents). | Above Avg (Cat3) | 80 |
Potential induced degredation | Resistant. | (IEC TS 62804) PID determined by MQT 13, MQT 15 & MQT 01 of IEC 61215-2 & Clause 5.5 Voltage stress test (reference documents). | Above Avg (Cat5) | 100 |
Salt mist resistance | Severity 6 – CX Offshore, ToW (N/A). | IEC 61701 (reference documents). | Above Avg (Cat5) | 100 |
Amonia resistance | 1 cycle = test section 1 + test section 2 = 24 h, Total test duration = 20 cycles (480 h). | IEC 62716 (reference documents). | Above Avg (Cat5) | 100 |
Sand and dust resistance | LC1 (4h default – no time specified): Speed: 20m/s ±2m/s, Duration: 120min for front side / 120min for rear side. | IEC 60068-2-68 (reference documents). | Above Avg (Cat2) | 70 |
Hail impact resistance | Diameter: 25mm ±5%, Mass: 7.3-grams ±5%, Speed: 23m/sec ±2%,. | Base, IEC 61215-2 & 61646 (reference documents). | Average | 50 |
Durability Overall | Jinko Cheetah HC | Above Avg (Cat3) | 76/100 | |
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3. Efficiency: 68/100
Worthy Efficiency ratings have certainly assisted the Jinko Cheetah HC to stand the test of time. Retaining reduced frame and cell dimensions, ideal for many installations, directly influence power output. As such, it should not be considered a blight on efficiency. With a 150 W/m2 NOCT power density, the Jinko Cheetah HC can yield more power than many competing modules due to a respectable -0.35%oC Temperature Coefficient and 3% positive power tolerance.
Sub-Category | Characteristic | Reference | Class. | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Module efficiency (max) | 20.45% | Cheetah HC data sheet section; SPECIFICATIONS, Module Efficiency STC (%) (reference documents). | Above Avg (Cat2) | 70
|
Temperature coefficient (Pmax) | -0.35%oC | Cheetah HC data sheet section; SPECIFICATIONS, Temperature Coefficients of Pmax (reference documents). | Above Avg (Cat2) | 70 |
Power tolerance (max) | 0~+3% | Cheetah HC data sheet section; SPECIFICATIONS, Power Tolerance (reference documents). | Above Avg (Cat2) | 70 |
NOCT power density (max) | 152 W/m2 | Calculated, input source; Cheetah HC data sheet; Module Power STC, NOCT, Temp Coefficient, Dimensions (LxW) (internal post). | Above Avg (Cat1) | 60 |
Efficiency Overall | Jinko Cheetah HC | Above Avg (Cat2) | 68/100 | |
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4. PERFORMANCE: 76/100
Performance-wise, the Jinko Cheetah HC provides a linear performance degradation guarantee a notch above competing like for like solar module designs. Even though the resulting output guarantee after year 25 shall be no less than 83% at Standard Test Conditions, the most appealing part of the Jinko Cheetah HC performance guarantee is its comprehensive nature. Covering the critical aspects of; parts, service and transport to selected global regions.
IMPORTANT: The Jinko Cheetah HC performance guarantee should be interpreted in conjunction with the entire Jinko limited warranty REV.110320 document or that of which succeeds it. Listed below are the Solar Analytica data point indicators for ranking analysis only and are not a substitute for interpretation of the performance guarantee.
Sub-Category | Characteristic | Reference | Class. | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1st-year degradation (max) | 2.5% | Jinko limited warranty REV. 110320, global, section 3A > B. MONOFACIAL MODULES: for mono-crystalline
Modules > (1) P-TYPE SERIES > (a) > (i) (reference documents). | Above Avg (Cat2) | 70 |
Annual degradation (max after year-1) | 0.6% p.a | Jinko limited warranty REV. 110320, global, section 3A > B. MONOFACIAL MODULES: for mono-crystalline
Modules > (1) P-TYPE SERIES > (a) > (ii) (reference documents). | Average | 50 |
Performance guarantee period | 25-years (Power Output shall be not less
than 83.1% of the Nominal Power Output). | Jinko limited warranty REV. 110320, global, section 3A > B. MONOFACIAL MODULES: for mono-crystalline
Modules > (1) P-TYPE SERIES > (a) > (ii) (reference documents). | Above Avg (Cat3) | 80 |
Performance guantee assurance | Parts, service and transport | Jinko limited warranty REV. 110320, global, section 6 REMEDIES (reference documents). | Above Avg (Cat5) | 100 |
Performance Overall | Jinko Cheetah HC | Above Avg (Cat3) | 76/100 | |
Sub-Category: Product asset which compiles the category. Characteristic: Scoring characteristic/gauge of the Sub-Category. Reference: Reference material from which the sub-category Characteristic has been derived. Class.: Solar Analytica classification of the nominated score range. Rank: Solar Analytica ranking points nominated per solar module property attributing toward an individual sub-category (excluding overall row). Overall (row): combined average of each Sub-Category.
5. Guarantee: 86/100
Perhaps an overall product Guarantee is the most crucial aspect of your purchasing decision. Similar to Durability, the Jinko Cheetah Guarantee remains virtually aligned with the entire Jinko range, excluding the Guarantee period on selected modules. Should the Guarantee be an essential aspect, and the system design works on your particular project, it may be excessive to consider an alternative Jinko module, especially if budget is a limiting factor.
Therefore, if a trusted global brand is a significant consideration of selection, and with both Guarantee and Durability ratings of the Jinko Cheetah HC almost identical to the entire Jinko range, your ideal module option could be the most economically viable.
IMPORTANT: The Jinko Cheetah HC product guarantee should be interpreted in conjunction with the entire Jinko limited warranty REV.110320 document or that of which succeeds it. Listed below are the Solar Analytica data point indicators for ranking analysis only and are not a substitute for interpretation of the product guarantee.
Sub-Category | Characteristic | Reference | Class. | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Guarantee period
| 12-years (144-months). | Jinko limited warranty REV. 110320, global, section 2. LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY (reference documents). | Above Avg (Cat1)
| 60 |
Guarantee assurance | Parts, service and transport. | Jinko limited warranty REV. 110320, global, section 6 REMEDIES (reference documents). | Above Avg (Cat5) | 100 |
Manufacturer established | 2006 (16-years). | Wikipedia: JinkoSolar (external) | Above Avg (Cat3) | 60 |
Certified installer network | Yes, WITHOUT additional end-user/installer benefits benefits. | Linked from manufacturers regional websites. | Above Avg (Cat2) | 70 |
Manufacturer bankability | AA, Q2 2021. | PV Moduletech bankability ratings (external). | Above Avg (Cat5) | 100 |
Guarantee Overall | Jinko Cheetah HC | Above Avg (Cat4) | 86/100 | |
Sub-Category: Product asset which compiles the category. Characteristic: Scoring characteristic/gauge of the Sub-Category. Reference: Reference material from which the sub-category Characteristic has been derived. Class.: Solar Analytica classification of the nominated score range. Rank: Solar Analytica ranking points nominated per solar module property attributing toward an individual sub-category (excluding overall row). Overall (row): combined average of each Sub-Category.
Overall: 74/100
Ranking overall Very Good in the Solar Analytica Module Assessment Criteria, the Jinko Cheetah HC solar module possess qualities ideal for many residential (60M & 60M(B)) or industry (72M) applications globally. Produced by an internationally renowned manufacturer in Jinko Solar and possessing specifications independently verified by TÜV Rheinland, TÜV Nord and SGS testing institutes, the Cheetah HC should meet environmentally derated performance expectations when installed to the manufacturer’s installation specifications. Overall, a Very Good classification, the Jinko cheetah HC is likely to be incorporated within energy systems requiring a more economically viable solution (compared within the Jinko range), providing relative value for the Very Good technology at hand.
Category | Classification | Ranking Points | Detail | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Design
| Very Good | Above Avg (Cat2) | 68
| Criteria >
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Durability | Superior | Above Avg (Cat3) | 76 | Criteria > |
Efficiency | Very Good | Above Avg (Cat2) | 68 | Criteria > |
Performance | Superior | Above Avg (Cat3) | 76 | Criteria > |
Guarantee | Elite | Above Avg (Cat4) | 86 | Criteria > |
Overall: Jinko Cheetah HC | Above Avg (Cat2) | 74/100 | ||
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The Jinko Cheetah HC range of solar modules has been calculated using the Solar Analytica Assessment Criteria (solar modules) 2.1.1.
- Jinko Cheetah HC 60M data sheet.
- Jinko Cheetah HC 60M(B) data sheet.
- Jinko Cheetah HC 72M data sheet.
- Jinko Cheetah range international warranty document.
- Jinko Solar TÜV IEC61215 & 61730 Regular Production Surveillance certificate.
- Jinko Solar TÜV IEC61701 Salt Mist corrosion certificate.
- Jinko Solar SGS IEC61215, 61730-2 & 60068-2 Sand & Dust certificate.
- Jinko Solar SGS ISO6988 Sulphur Dioxide (SO2) corrosion test certificate.
- Jinko Solar TÜV IEC62716 Ammonia corrosion test certificate.
- Jinko Solar IEC referenced installation manual.
- Jinko Solar (brand award) TÜV 6th All Quality Matters Award statement.
- IEC 61215-2 External site >
- IEC 61701 External site >
- IEC 62716 External site >
- IEC TS 62804-1-1 External site >
- IEC 60068-2-68 External site >
How does the current range of Jinko Solar panels compare against each other?
At the time of writing the following Jinko solar panels were ranked alongside the Jinko Cheetah HC in accordance with the SAAC (solar modules) V.1.2.2;
- Jinko Tiger P-Type.
- Jinko Tiger N-Type.
- Jinko Tiger Pro.
- Jinko Tiger Neo.
