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Panasonic Solar panels: history, technology and models

The origin of SANYO's HIT technology, its incorporation by Panasonic and what to watch with legacy models and warranty.

About Panasonic Solar

OriginJapan
HeadquartersJapan
Foundedsolar roots at SANYO; integrated into Panasonic in 2009/2010

The solar history associated with Panasonic runs through SANYO, which developed and produced HIT modules — Heterojunction with Intrinsic Thin Layer. Panasonic made SANYO a consolidated subsidiary in 2009.

In 2010 Panasonic announced its full entry into the solar business and launched residential systems with HIT modules. Today the product and warranty situation varies by region; in North America the company maintains documentation for the HIT and EVERVOLT lines.

Focus and technology

Panasonic Solar focuses on high-efficiency residential modules, especially the historical HIT lines and the regional EVERVOLT lines.

  • HIT / heterojunction: a technology combining crystalline silicon and thin layers, originated at SANYO
  • Good thermal performance: a feature associated with HIT families, to be confirmed in the model's coefficient
  • Residential modules: formats designed for efficiency per area and rooftops

Strengths

  • an important technical history in heterojunction
  • a global electronics brand
  • warranty documentation for several historical families

What to check before buying

Panasonic models in the catalog may be old or regional. Confirm availability, manufacturing date, authenticity and who services the warranty locally.

Buying Panasonic Solar equipment in Brazil

Do not automatically apply the warranty published for the United States or Japan to a purchase in Brazil. Ask for the terms applicable to the country and the serial number.

Panasonic Solar in the Silizium catalog 4 Panasonic Solar products listed, with specifications and datasheets.
See all Panasonic Solar products

Sources

Company facts checked against the manufacturer's official channels. Always confirm specifications and warranty in the current documents.

Panasonic Solar models in the catalog

Frequently asked questions

Where is Panasonic Solar from?

Panasonic Solar originates in Japan, with its headquarters in Japan. The country of the brand, of the factory and of a specific batch may differ.

Is Panasonic Solar a good brand?

A brand should be judged by the exact model and the project: check the datasheet, efficiency, temperature behaviour, certifications, traceability and the warranty offered by the responsible company in your market.

How do I check the Panasonic Solar warranty?

Ask for the warranty terms of the exact product code, identify the importer or warranty provider, and confirm product and performance periods, the claim procedure and shipping costs.