The company said that using specially designed metallization and passivation techniques, the advanced cell structure is expected to boost cell conversion efficiency, achieving up to 18.8% efficiency in test laboratory production.
In addition, this technology is expected to improve module output due to increased light absorbing surface area of the square shaped cell.
Jifan Gao, chairman and CEO of Trina Solar, said: “We are excited to announce this breakthrough in monocrystalline cell efficiency, which demonstrates the competence of our R&D team and the centrality of product development at Trina Solar.
“Trina Solar will continue to advance its extensive R&D program, aiming to develop solar cell conversion efficiencies of more than 20% over the coming two years.”
