AIKO

AIKO is a global leader in new energy technology, renowned for its research and development in solar energy products, including solar cells, PV storage, and integrated solutions. Many of the most recognised panel brands today use cell technology developed by AIKO. With the introduction of their own modules featuring ABC (Aiko Back Contact) technology, AIKO is set to revolutionise the Australian solar market.

N-Type & All Back Contact Technology
AIKO offers N-type ABC solar cells, which are renowned for their exceptional partial shade optimisation and the benefits associated with the superior purity of N-type silicon.

N-type solar panels are popular for their higher efficiency, reduced degradation over time, and minimised energy loss. These qualities make N-type solar cells highly respected in the solar industry, as they contribute to increased power generation and enhanced performance throughout the lifespan of a solar installation. While N-type all back contact panels come with a higher upfront cost, they ultimately pay for themselves through their longevity and consistently strong performance.

Aiko Back Contract (ABC) technology improves efficiency by moving all electrical contacts to the back of the solar cells, eliminating shading losses and reducing electrical resistance. This design enables the entire front surface to capture sunlight, thereby increasing light absorption and energy conversion. Additionally, it enhances durability and aesthetics by preventing front-side wear and providing a cleaner appearance. Overall, ABC technology significantly boosts solar panel performance and longevity, marking a major advancement in renewable energy.

• Increased Efficiency
  AIKO panels offer market-leading efficiency, delivering more power per square foot of panel installed on your roof. This high efficiency maximizes energy production, making the most of the available space.
  

• Superior Shade Performance
  AIKO’s Partial Shading Optimisation: AIKO ABC modules with Partial Shading Optimisation operate differently. Unlike traditional panels, AIKO panels can bypass individual shaded solar cells without affecting the entire string, ensuring continuous energy production from the rest of the panel. Shading one cell results in only single digit percentage power loss, with the bypass diode activating only when four cells are shaded, thus maintaining higher overall efficiency.
  
  Video Demonstration AIKO Shade Optimisation 
  
  
• Reduced Annual Degradation
  Annual degradation is a -0.35% after the first year, backed by a 30 year performance warranty. 
  
  
• Greater performance In Hot Weather
  Solar panel performance is typically measured at 25 degrees Celsius, but as temperatures rise, power output decreases. This effect is quantified by the temperature coefficient, which indicates the percentage decrease in output for every 1-degree Celsius (°C) increase above 25°C. The AIKO panel boasts an impressive temperature coefficient of -0.26% per degree Celsius (Pmax), outperforming many popular panels on the market. This is a crucial factor for South Australians investing in solar, given the region's exposure to both cold and extreme heat conditions.
  
  
• Greater Reliability
  All Back contact reduces the likelihood of hotspots forming, and shade optimisation reduces the use of the bypass diodes, reducing the likelihood of failure.