Trina Solar review
By My Energy Mate Editorial · Last updated
8.2/10
Trina's Vertex S+ panels (440-460 W, ~22.5% efficiency) match Jinko on price and reliability with a slightly stronger residential focus: dual-glass construction and 25-year product warranties are standard. A 6.6 kW Trina system typically costs A$5,200 to A$7,200 installed. A safe, unexciting, excellent-value choice.
Cons
- Mid-pack efficiency
- Premium NEG21C variant costs close to Aiko territory
Mid-pack efficiencyPros
- Dual-glass Vertex S+ with 25-year product warranty as standard
- 27 years of manufacturing history
- Priced with Jinko at the value end of tier-1
Dual-glass Vertex S+ with 25-year product warranty as standardTrina Solar models and prices
| Model | Watts | Efficiency | Product warranty | 6.6 kW system price | $/kW (6.6 kW sys) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trina Vertex S+ 450W | 450 W | 22.5% | 25 yrs | A$5,200–A$7,200 | A$939 |
Prices: 6.6 kW system installed, before applicable rebates.
Additional things to note about Trina Solar?
Like Jinko, Trina's disadvantage is simply that its mainstream panels are mid-pack on efficiency; on small roofs chasing maximum kilowatts, back-contact premium panels fit more capacity. Otherwise the dual-glass build and long warranties leave little to criticise at the price.
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