Sharp has launched the brand new NU-228AP photo voltaic modules for functions in buildings with small roof areas.
The Japanese electronics producer mentioned that the monocrystalline module has a weight of 13 kg and dimensions 1,146 mm x 996 mm x 38.5 mm. It admits it may be simply put in in vertical or horizontal positions, relying on the configuration of the roof.
The corporate says the brand new product has an influence output of 228 W and an influence conversion effectivity of 20.0%. The open-circuit voltage is 20.84 V and the short-circuit present is 14.03 A.
Sharp at present sells the panel in Japan for JPY 143,000 ($1,040) and provides a 15-year product guarantee and a 20-year efficiency guarantee. The 20-year energy output is assured to be at least 80% of the nominal energy output.
In Could, Sharp launched monocrystalline modules for the Japanese market which might be mentioned to be appropriate gable roofs with massive set up surfaces and varied roofing supplies. The corporate says the brand new panels could be deployed on roofing supplies corresponding to slate, steel horizontal roofs, and steel tile bar roofs.
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