Australia’s Tindo Solar has unveiled its latest innovation, the Walara series, which includes the advanced 425 W G3P module. This series is notable for being the first range of solar panels manufactured in Australia to integrate both locally designed and produced n-type and bifacial technologies.
According to Richard Petterson, the Chief Executive Officer of Tindo, the Walara series signifies a major advancement in Australian solar technology. “Our objective was to develop a product that represents a significant enhancement over our previous models, addressing both installation and customer requirements,” Petterson explained.
The Walara 425 W panel incorporates 108 half-cut n-type cells. This design minimizes energy loss caused by resistance and heat, leading to improved overall efficiency. Additionally, the bifacial panel is constructed with 3.2 mm double ARC glass that is fully tempered, allowing it to capture sunlight from both sides and thereby increasing its total power output.
Tindo Solar asserts that this new development guarantees exceptional performance even under Australia’s challenging environmental conditions. The dimensions of the Walara 425 W panel are 1,722 mm in length, 1,133 mm in width, and 35 mm in thickness, with a weight of 22 kg. It operates efficiently within a temperature range from -40°C to 85°C.
The panel has an open-circuit voltage of 38.91 V and a short-circuit current of 14 A. It features a junction box rated at IP68 and a 35 mm frame made of black anodized aluminum alloy, which Tindo Solar claims helps reduce micro-cracks and ensures enduring performance.
The panel comes with a robust 25-year power output warranty guaranteeing 87.4% of its initial yield and a 25-year product warranty. The 425 W GP3 panel is one component of the Walara series, which Tindo indicates includes four distinct power class modules, though details about the other sizes have not yet been disclosed.
The series will be available in a variety of cell configurations, including white-back, black-back, and bifacial options, catering to diverse installation needs. Petterson emphasized that the Walara series, now available, meets the demand for high-quality and high-performance solar panels combined with a dependable solution. “Our aim was to establish a distinct competitive edge for local suppliers and installers, providing valuable options for customers who wish to leverage solar energy to enhance their energy security,” he said. “
Our focus continues to be on driving innovation through domestic manufacturing, thereby delivering Australian consumers with locally made technology that is specifically designed to excel in our local weather conditions.”
The introduction of the new panel aligns with Tindo Solar’s efforts to significantly expand its manufacturing capabilities. The company is considering the development of a new 1 GW capacity factory in one of the eastern states, aiming to increase its production output substantially.
Currently, the Tindo Solar manufacturing facility in Adelaide has an annual production capacity of 360,000 panels. However, plans are in place to construct a new plant that will have the capacity to produce up to 1.9 million panels per year.
Petterson noted that the new facility will play a crucial role in building a competitive domestic solar manufacturing sector and enhancing the broader supply chain. “Our solar panel gigafactory represents a strategic move towards scaling up production, creating the demand needed to attract further local investments throughout the supply chain,” he remarked.
Tindo Solar, based in Adelaide, Australia, specializes in the development and manufacturing of high-performance solar panels. Renowned for its innovative technology, Tindo Solar focuses on locally engineered solutions, including its advanced Walara series. Committed to boosting domestic solar energy production, the company aims to enhance energy security and sustainability through cutting-edge, locally-made solar technology.
