Chinese manufacturer Yingli Solar was founded in 1998, but it started producing modules in 2003. From 2012 to 2013, Yingli was named the world’s largest manufacturer of solar panels. It was also the first company to produce large-scale polysilicon ingots and use infrared soldering. The Chinese manufacturer was also the first to produce n-type PV modules commercially.
Among the firsts in the solar industry, Yingli was also the first company to sponsor modules for the FIFA World Cup. Indeed, the company has made a mark in the industry, continuously supplying solar panels in different parts of the world. They also have headquarters in Sydney, which was established in 2012.
Yingli offers several products for residential and utility-scale applications. Currently, the company has over 60 solar panels approved by the Clean Energy Council, which allows it to be eligible for the federal STC solar rebate.
Yingli Mono Series
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Under the Mono Series comes seven different models with varying numbers of solar cells and cell sizes. They range from 60-cell panels to 72-cell panels that feature half-cut cells. The Mono Series has an efficiency of up to 20%, and the YLM 132 Cell (G12) model can reach an overall efficiency of 21.57%. They are equipped with low-iron tempered glass and an anodised aluminium frame.
Yingli Mono GG Series
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Seven panels in the Mono GG series feature bifacial panels. These panels can generate up to 25% more electricity and have a module efficiency of up to 21.57%. They are recommended for ground-mount solar projects.
Yingli Panda 3.0 Pro
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The latest Yingli product on the market is the Panda 3.0 Pro, launched in Australia early this year. It features a 440W bifacial solar panel with N-type monocrystalline cell technology. Its maximum efficiency is 22.02%, and a temperature coefficient of 0.25% that can outperform a lot of solar panels in the hotter parts of the country.