At the Energy Next event in Sydney in July 2023, global solar technology company LONGi unveiled its latest PV modules for the Australian market: the residential and commercial Hi-MO 6 and utility Hi-MO 7, which the company says are game-changers for PV performance.
“It’s been a while since we launched a new product, but this is a pivotal moment for us,” says Daniel Lin, managing director at LONGi Solar Australia.
“We are confident Hi-MO 6 and Hi-MO 7 will deliver the results our customers expect from our solutions.”
Hi-MO 6: Rooftop excellence
The Hi-MO 6 module features HPBC (Hybrid Passivated Back Contact) cell technology. It has an average of 10 per cent higher yield from the same rooftop area compared to traditional PERC PV modules.
Through precise adjustments to the cell’s internal structure, HPBC technology enhances light absorption and photoelectric conversion capabilities, increasing module output power. It reaches cell efficiency of more than 25 per cent and module efficiency up to 23 per cent.
Hi-MO 6 performs in challenging conditions, generating energy volumes in high temperatures and low irradiation, with minimal power degradation.
The Hi-MO 6 series features two categories – Explorer and Scientist – that cater to specific application scenarios. All modules in the series provide upgrades on previous models in terms of sleek appearance, performance and reliability.
Optimisation of photoelectric conversion capacity enhances the Hi-MO 6 performance, while full back welding technology in the HPBC cell improves module resistance to micro-cracking.
“The introduction of Hi-MO 6 is a response to market demands and is testament to relentless research and development,” says Brett Robinson, national sales manager at LONGi Solar Australia.
“Hi-MO 6 meets the needs of Australian customers with high-efficiency outputs, ultra-reliability and 25-year product and performance warranties.”
Hi-MO 7: Utility performance
The Hi-MO 7 is a new-generation, high-efficiency module designed for the utility solar market. The module deploys LONGi’s HPDC (Hybrid Passivated Dual-Junction Cell) cell technology, which harnesses the power of n-type silicon wafers.
HPDC is a bifacial dual-junction cell produced using hybrid passivation technology. It is an upgrade from HPC cell technology and features high and low junctions with different passivation technologies, effectively reducing carrier recombination and enhancing power generation capacity.
“With lower performance degradation, optimised cell structure and improved temperature coefficient, HPDC cells represent a significant advancement in LONGi’s solar technology offerings”, says Rayyan Hasan, key account manager at LONGi Solar Australia.
Hi-MO 7 comes in standard M10 72c module size, delivering power output up to 590W. Its module efficiency is 22.8 per cent.
Suitable for high-albedo and high-temperature scenarios, Hi-MO 7 is optimised for peak performance in challenging environments – with minimal degradation over time – making it ideal for Australia’s harsh climate.
“Hi-MO 7 is our flagship product for the Australian utility market,” says Hasan.
“With a global production capacity of 30GW for 2023, and 80GW for 2024, we know it is the ideal PV solution for many of the upcoming large-scale solar projects across the country.”
For more information, visit longi.com/au.