Trinasolar conducted outdoor field testing at a site with typical high wind speeds that reach above 146 kmph
These modules showed no frame deformation, twisting, or bolt failure after a year in the field
The company claims that the Vertex N 700W+ modules delivered up to 3.2% higher energy yield per watt compared with xBC modules
Trinasolar, a well-known PV cell and module maker, has published the results of an outdoor field test evaluating the mechanical durability and energy performance of its Vertex N 700W+ PV module under high-wind conditions since December 2024.
According to the company, this installation site, characterized by frequent strong wind exposure, experiences persistent high-wind conditions (for up to 7 months in a year) that can reach up to 146 km/h, comparable to Category 1 typhoon-level conditions. According to the published results, the modules maintained structural stability with no visible frame deformation, twisting, or bolt failures, and all mechanical connections remained intact throughout the test period.
In addition to structural performance, the company claims that field test data showed that the module generates up to 3.2% higher energy per watt compared to back contact (xBC) modules installed under the same conditions.
The company attributes this performance to the product design, featuring 33 mm aluminum frames compared to the conventional module’s 30 mm frame. In addition, this dual glass module incorporates heat-strengthened 2 mm front and rear glass.
Ni Lili, President of Trinasolar’s Solar Product Division, says the field testing was intended to verify module performance in challenging operating environments and to assess long-term reliability.
