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Archived: Jinko Swan Bifacial HC 72M/ 72H (Half-Cell).

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Report Card. The Solar Analytica Assessment Criteria (solar modules) compares the Jinko Swan Bifacial HC solar panel against the industry average, above average and below-average solar module specifications. The data-driven transparency you desire begins here.

Model:  

Jinko Swan Bifacial HC (Half-Cell).

Variants:

72M (glass-laminate); 385 / 390 / 395 / 400 / 405 W. 

72H (glass-glass); 385 / 390 / 395 / 400 / 405 W. 

TLDR: 

Setting new boundaries within the bifacial solar module market, the Jinko Swan Bifacial HC gained international acclaim by integrating an ultra-high quality transparent DuPont back sheet instead of a glass-glass encapsulation commonly used in bifacial technology. The result, a solar module design 16% (4.3kG/2.2lbs) lighter than its glass-glass counterpart, ideal for industry or utility-scale projects.

Related: 

5 JINKO SOLAR PANELS YOU NEED TO CONSIDER IN 2022.

This report is now archived. Updating per current versions of the Solar Analytica Assessment Criteria (solar modules) has ceased. The final assessment criteria for this product is V1.2.1 which may not reflect an accurate comparison to products ranked in newer versions.

The following detailed product analysis for the Jinko Swan Bifacial HC should be used as a guide only. Individual circumstances and compatibilities must always be taken into account when selecting the ideal solar module. This content comprises the Solar Analytica Module Assessment Criteria based on available product specifications at compilation (refer to post date). 

1. Design: 80/100

Bifacial enhancement is ideal for capturing the most light energy, including indirect light, from the cell’s rear. However, the most resounding aspect would be the encapsulation incorporated within the Jinko Swan Bifacial HC design. Not only do we understand the advantages of both models; glass-glass (increased strength) and Glass-transparent laminate (lightweight). Jinko took another significant step forward in which most module manufacturers should adhere, naming the laminate substrate manufacturer in DuPont.

After the previous decade of more affordable solar module manufacturing, the laminate substrate (evidently) becomes one of the first elements to perish if refined product qualification is not valued. By naming the source of the substrate material, purchasers gain greater awareness of the product quality incorporated.

Sub-Category
Characteristic
Reference
Class.
Rank
Cell Type
P-Type monocrystalline
Swan Bifacial HC data sheet section; Mechanical Characteristics, Cell Type (reference documents).
Above Avg (Cat2)
70
Formation
144 half-cell (72-cell)
Swan Bifacial HC data sheet section; Mechanical Characteristics, No. of Cells (reference documents).
Above Avg (Cat1)
60
Contact
5-Ribbon busbar
Swan Bifacial HC data sheet section; Key Features (reference documents).
Above Avg (Cat3)
80
Enhanced
Bifacial (Module power increases 5-25% generally (per different reflective condition).
Swan Bifacial HC data sheet (reference documents).
Above Avg (Cat3)
80
Encapsulate
3.2mm, Anti-Reflective, Tempered Glass superstrate WITH DuPont™ Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate laminate substrate (72M). 2mm Anti-Reflective superstrate, 2mm Tempered Glass substrate with aluminium frame (72H).
Swan Bifacial HC data sheet section; Mechanical Characteristics (reference documents).
Above Avg (Cat5)
100
Certifications
TÜV Rheinland, TÜV Nord & SGS
Reference documents (reference documents).
Above Avg (Cat5)
100
Awards
Specific Recognition; Intersolar Award 2019 winner (photovoltaics); Swan Bifacial module with with transparent backsheet from DuPont™
Press release (reference documents).
Above Avg (Cat5)
100
Design Overall
Jinko Swan Bifacial HC
Above Avg (Cat3)
80/100

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. 

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2. DURABILITY: 76/100

The durability characteristics of the Jinko Swan Bifacial HC are in line with the entire Jinko Solar range (2021). All of which a regarded as Average industry specifications or Above Average specifications ensuring the Jinko Swan Bifacial HC is a Superior option when Durability is a crucial project consideration.

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 Swan Bifacial 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. 

This report is now archived. Updating per current versions of the Solar Analytica Assessment Criteria (solar modules) has ceased. The final assessment criteria for this product is V1.2.1 which may not reflect an accurate comparison to products ranked in newer versions.

3. Efficiency: 66/100

We’ve done our best to ensure the Jinko Swan gets the Efficiency ranking it deserves. However, the Bifacial output-rear side power gain is subjective. Nonetheless, the ability to harvest additional energy from the rear side is actual if installed adequately. Considering the rear side advantage of the Jinko Swan Bifacial HC, the Efficiency ranking improves significantly, affecting the overall product ranking.

The Solar Analytica Module Assessment Criteria only uses efficiency data from Standard Test Conditions (STC) values in the initial assessment. The Bifacial power gain overall scores have been included below the report’s Overall ranking table labelled “Overall ranking adjustment from Bifacial output-rear side power gain (Efficiency).”

Sub-Category
Characteristic
Reference
Class.
Rank
Module efficiency (max)
19.78% (Module power increases 5-25% generally (per different reflective condition).
Swan ifacial HC data sheet section; SPECIFICATIONS, Module Efficiency STC (%) (reference documents).
Above Avg (Cat2)
70
Temperature coefficient (Pmax)
-0.35%oC
Swan Bifacial HC data sheet section; SPECIFICATIONS, Temperature Coefficients of Pmax (reference documents).
Above Avg (Cat2)
70
Positive power tolerance (max)
0~+12W (0~+3%)
Swan Bifacial HC data sheet section; SPECIFICATIONS, Power Tolerance (reference documents).
Above Avg (Cat3)
80
Power density (max)
198 W/m2
Calculated, input source; Tiger P-Type TR data sheet Dimensions (LxW)/ Maximum Power (Pmax) (internal post).
Below Avg (Cat1)
40
Efficiency Overall
Jinko Swan Bifacial HC
Above Avg (Cat2)
66/100
Bifacial output-rearside power gain
Overall Class.
Overall Rank
5% (JKM405M-72H)
Module efficiency; 20.77%, Temperature coefficient; -0.35%oC, Power tolerance; 0~+12W (0~+3%), Power density; 208 W/m2.
Above Avg (Cat2)
70
15% (JKM405M-72H)
Module efficiency; 22.75%, Temperature coefficient; -0.35%oC, Power tolerance; 0~+12W (0~+3%), Power density; 228 W/m2.
Above Avg (Cat4)
86
25% (JKM405M-72H)
Module efficiency; 24.73%, Temperature coefficient; -0.35%oC, Power tolerance; 0~+12W (0~+3%), Power density; 247 W/m2.
Above Avg (Cat4)
88

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. 

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4. PERFORMANCE: 82/100

Even though the Performance specifications of the Jinko Swan Bifacial HC alter slightly between models; 72M (glass laminate), 72H (glass-glass), the difference between ranking point outcomes are negligible. The Performance Guarantee Period is considered Outstanding alongside Jinko’s Performance Guarantee Assurance. An altogether Superior Performance profile.

IMPORTANT: The Jinko Swan Bifacial 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; 3.A. BIFACIAL MODULES: for mono-crystalline Modules: 72M; (2) TRANSPARENT BACKSHEET BIFACIAL SERIES/ 72H (1) DUAL GLASS BIFACIAL SERIES (a) (reference documents).
Above Avg (Cat2)
70
Annual degradation (max after year-1)
0.55% p.a (72M), 0.5% p.a (72H)
Jinko limited warranty REV. 110320, global, section; 3.A. BIFACIAL MODULES: for mono-crystalline Modules: 72M; (2) TRANSPARENT BACKSHEET BIFACIAL SERIES/ 72H (1) DUAL GLASS BIFACIAL SERIES (a) (reference documents).
Above Avg (Cat1)
60
Performance guarantee period
30-years (Power Output shall be not less than 81.55%-72M or 83%-72H of the Nominal Power Output).
Jinko limited warranty REV. 110320, global, section; 3.A. BIFACIAL MODULES: for mono-crystalline Modules: 72M; (2) TRANSPARENT BACKSHEET BIFACIAL SERIES/ 72H (1) DUAL GLASS BIFACIAL SERIES (a) (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 Swan Bifacial HC
Above Avg (Cat3)
80/100

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

Not the most significant product guarantee by period, the Jinko Swan Bifacial HC guarantee remains more than suitable for its intended purpose, industry and utility-scale projects. Financiers for such projects often seek no more than a 10-years product guarantee, and therefore, greater than 12-years (144months) would be superfluous. Maintaining a Guarantee balance ensures a result that no doubt affects affordability. Proving that period isn’t everything when it comes to a solar module product guarantee, the Jinko Swan Bifacial HC possess an overall Elite product Guarantee as ideal assurance for the technology at hand.

IMPORTANT: The Jinko Swan Bifacial 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
Installation manual
Comprehensive; IEC referenced or equivalent.
Jinko Solar installation manual Edition 08/2021 (reference documents).
Above Avg (Cat5)
100
Certified installer network
Yes, WITHOUT additional end-user/installer benefits benefits.
Linked from manufacturers regional websites.
Above Avg (Cat2)
70
Manufacturer bankability
AA, Q1 2021.
PV Moduletech bankability ratings (external).
Above Avg (Cat5)
100
Guarantee Overall
Jinko Swan Bifacial 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. 

This report is now archived. Updating per current versions of the Solar Analytica Assessment Criteria (solar modules) has ceased. The final assessment criteria for this product is V1.2.1 which may not reflect an accurate comparison to products ranked in newer versions.

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Overall: 78/100

Overall Superior, the Jinko Swan Bifacial HC, through Bifacial qualities, presents a sophisticated incorporation towards industry and utility-scale projects. Ensuring the rear side remains unobstructed and on a recommended tilted angle from a given surface for optimum rear-side light absorption is where the ultimate value of this Intersolar Award-winning solar panel exists. With two variants, glass-glass or the glass transparent back sheet model, selecting the ideal Jinko Swan Bifacial HC will depend somewhat on the geographical location of the intended project installation as to which is best suited.

Pushing boundaries, Jinko Solar proves to be more than just another mass volume manufacturer of generic module designs. The Jinko Swan Bifacial HC is the first significant recognition of innovation towards a specific module produced by this renowned manufacturer internationally.

Category
Classification
Ranking Points
Detail
Design
Superior
Above Avg (Cat3)
80
Criteria >
Durability
Superior
Above Avg (Cat3)
76
Criteria >
Efficiency
Very Good
Above Avg (Cat2)
66
Criteria >
Performance
Superior
Above Avg (Cat3)
82
Criteria >
Guarantee
Elite
Above Avg (Cat4)
86
Criteria >
Overall: Jinko Swan Bifacial HC
Above Avg (Cat3)
78/100

The below table depicts the overall efficiency adjustment using values obtained by the rear side power gain and its effects on the overall Efficiency ranking of the Jinko Swan Bifacial HC. In turn, the overall score can be adjusted accordingly at each percentage increase of power gain. The overall score alters by 0.2 ranking points, however, the Jinko Swan Bifacial HC remains a worthy Above Avg (Cat3)/Superior solar module with all elements considered.

Overall ranking adjustment from Bifacial output-rearside power gain (Efficiency).
Overall Class.
Overall Rank
5% (JKM405M-72H)
Design; 4.0. Durability; 3.8. Efficiency; 3.5. Performance; 4.1. Guarantee; 4.3.
Above Avg (Cat3)
78/100
15% (JKM405M-72H)
Design; 4.0. Durability; 3.8. Efficiency; 4.3. Performance; 4.1. Guarantee; 4.3.
Above Avg (Cat3)
82/100
25% (JKM405M-72H)
Design; 4.0. Durability; 3.8. Efficiency; 4.4. Performance; 4.1. Guarantee; 4.3.
Above Avg (Cat3)
82/100

Although not depicted below, considering a midway 15% rear side power output gain, the Jinko Swan Bifacial HC becomes Jinko’s second-highest ranked solar module through a 10 point (SAMAC) efficiency gain. In turn, bolstering the Jinko Swan’s Overall rank from 3.9 to 4.1/5, a mere 0.1 points shy of the Jinko Tiger N-Type.

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General product questions should be made using the comments section at the bottom of this post (keep scrolling). 

How was this score calculated >

The Jinko Swan Bifacial HC range of solar modules has been calculated using the Solar Analytica Assessment Criteria (solar modules) 2.0

Reference documents >
  • Jinko Swan Bifacial HC 72M data sheet.
  • Jinko Swan Bifacial HC 72H data sheet.
  • Jinko Swan Bifacial HC 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 >
Jinko Solar panels overall >

How does the current range of Jinko Solar panels compare against each other?

  • Compare in detail.

At the time of writing the following Jinko solar panels were ranked alongside the Jinko Swan HC in accordance with the SAAC (solar modules) V.1.2.1; however, may be updated to newer versions of SAAC (solar modules);

  • Jinko Cheetah.
  • Jinko Tiger.
  • Jinko Tiger N-Type.
  • Jinko Tiger Pro.

This report is now archived. Updating per current versions of the Solar Analytica Assessment Criteria (solar modules) has ceased. The final assessment criteria for this product is V1.2.1 which may not reflect an accurate comparison to products ranked in newer versions.

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