Hanwha Q CELLS Launches New High-Power Solar Module Product

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Hyewon] Hanwha Q CELLS announced on the 18th that it has launched the high-output solar module 'Q.PEAK DUO G10' in the domestic market.

The Q.PEAK DUO series is a core product line that has enabled Hanwha Q CELLS to achieve the number one market share not only in Korea but also in major energy markets such as the United States, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Starting with this launch in Korea, the company plans to introduce the product to premium markets including major countries' residential sectors within the second quarter.

The newly launched Q.PEAK DUO G10 module has a maximum output of 485Wp, which is about 30Wp higher than the existing Q.PEAK DUO G9 module. Additionally, Hanwha Q CELLS' Quantum Duo Z technology, which includes zero-gap, high-efficiency half-cell, and wiring design, has been applied to ensure excellent quality.

General solar modules gather dozens of cells on one panel and connect cell to cell, leaving gaps between cells to enhance physical stability. However, zero-gap technology removes the space between cells by cutting standard cells in half to reduce resistance (half-cell) and fixing the cells with 12 rows of wiring, maintaining physical stability without gaps. By reducing the gaps, additional cells can be placed in the freed-up area, providing higher output in modules of the same size.

Hanwha Q CELLS conducts quality management under conditions up to three times harsher than the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) quality inspection standards. In December last year, it became the first in the industry to obtain the new solar module quality inspection (QCPV) certification from the global verification organization T?V Rheinland.

Kim Hee-chul, President of Hanwha Q CELLS, said, "Hanwha Q CELLS is continuously developing technology and conducting world-class thorough quality management to enhance customer value," adding, "We will continue to launch products recognized in the global market domestically to contribute to the development of the Korean solar market."