AIKO, the company that pioneered BC (Back Contact) technology and commercialized it at scale, announced significant distributed market momentum at Intersolar Europe 2026. The company has opened limited pre-orders for its new Z Series through nine distribution partners across Europe, alongside additional distributed generation (DG) contracts totaling 1 GW.
Designed exclusively for the premium residential market, the Z Series sets a new industry benchmark as the first all-black 500W module under 2m². The 54-cell module delivers 500W within a compact footprint of 1762 × 1134mm, achieving approximately 30W higher power output than comparable TOPCon products in the same area.
The Z Series redefines residential solar across four dimensions:
· Ultimate Black – Fully integrated pure black design with no front-side busbars and uniform cell coloration, creating a seamless visual experience where solar becomes part of premium architectural design.
· Ultimate Power – Built on ABC cell efficiency of 27.4% and an active area ratio of 97%, the Z Series delivers the highest power density available in an all-black residential module.
· Ultimate Reliability – Backed by a 40-year product warranty and 40-year performance warranty, built to match the lifespan expectations of Europe's finest homes.
· Ultimate Fire Resistance – Hotspot temperature controlled below 100°C, significantly reducing fire risk for enhanced residential safety.
"With the Z Series, we are bringing to the European market a product that makes zero compromise across aesthetics, power, reliability, and safety," said Webster Yan, President of AIKO Europe. "The strong pre-order response from nine distribution partners confirms that the market is ready for a solar product that delivers both uncompromised performance and uncompromised elegance. This limited pre-order launch reflects our commitment to maintaining the highest quality standards while meeting growing demand."
Beyond the pre-orders, AIKO has signed additional DG contracts totaling 1 GW during the show, further reinforcing the strong demand for its ABC technology across Europe's distributed generation segment. The contracts and Z Series pre-orders underscore AIKO's accelerating growth in the European market, where ABC technology now holds over 21% share in the residential photovoltaic segment. As the industry continues its transition toward higher efficiency and smarter solutions, AIKO remains committed to advancing BC technology and supporting the shift to a zero-carbon energy future.
About AIKO
AIKO, a top-ranked solar technology leader, specializing in the research, development, and manufacturing of solar generation products. AIKO provides customers with solar cells, ABC (All Back Contact) modules, and scenario-based packaged solutions. Guided by the mission of "Empowering transformation towards a carbon-free era," AIKO continues to pursue extreme innovation and cutting-edge technology.
For more information, please visit https://aikosolar.com.