AIKO Solar 490 Wp Neostar 3P+ 54 AIKO-A490-MCE54Dw Glass-Glass Solar Panel

ABC stands for "All Back Contact" – all electrical contacts are located on the back of the solar cell. Advantages: no visible busbars on the front, thus more active cell area, higher efficiency (24.3%), and a homogeneous black appearance. ABC cells are the most advanced cell technology on the market – even more efficient than TOPCon and HJT. AIKO is the global pioneer of this technology for mass-produced modules.

In Austria, a 490 Wp module generates between 485 and 565 kWh per year, depending on the location and orientation. Thanks to ABC technology and the very low temperature coefficient, the module delivers more yield even in summer and with partial shading than comparable TOPCon modules. At an electricity price of 25 cents/kWh, this corresponds to an annual saving of around 120 to 140 euros per module.

Three reasons: Firstly, the ABC cell architecture conducts electricity with significantly less loss even with partial shading than classic front-contact cells. Secondly, the cell temperature in the shaded area remains cooler – this protects against hot spots and extends the lifespan. Thirdly, the cells react more homogeneously to changing light conditions. In practice, this means 5–15% more yield in systems with shading from trees, chimneys, or neighboring buildings.

Glass-glass modules like the AIKO Neostar have tempered glass on the front AND back (2.0 mm each). Advantages: significantly more resistant to moisture, UV, micro-cracks, and mechanical stress, longer lifespan, lower degradation, and better fire protection properties. Ideal for long-term installations over 30+ years.

Yes, with a snow load of 5400 Pa (equivalent to approx. 550 kg/m²) and a wind load of 2400 Pa, the module is ideally suited for alpine locations. Particularly important: It is officially hail tested at 35 mm grain diameter and 23 m/s impact speed – a decisive safety advantage given the increasingly severe hailstorms in Austria. Operating temperature from -40 to +85 °C covers all climatic conditions.

Compatible with all common inverters: Fronius Symo and GEN24, Huawei SUN2000, GoodWe DNS and ET, SMA Sunny Boy and Tripower, SolaX X1/X3-Hybrid and Aelio, Sungrow SH and SG, Solinteg. With original MC4 connectors. The 1500 V DC system voltage and the moderate short-circuit current of 14.84 A allow flexible string configurations for residential and commercial use.

Yes. Equipped with original MC4 connectors and compatible with Tigo TS4 optimizers (TS4-A-O, TS4-A-F) as well as Huawei optimizers. This allows for shading-tolerant systems and fire brigade-compliant rapid shutdown solutions to be implemented without problems. Three bypass diodes in the IP68 junction box additionally minimize hotspot losses – but the ABC technology itself already makes the module inherently more shade-tolerant than others.

An average Austrian household consumes 4,500 to 5,500 kWh of electricity per year. With the AIKO Neostar 490 Wp, you will need between 9 and 13 modules for a typical residential system with 4.4 to 6.4 kWp, depending on your location and roof orientation. SOLARVIC will be happy to advise you on the individual sizing of your photovoltaic system.

The module with dimensions 1762 × 1134 × 30 mm and 24.2 kg is compatible with all mounting systems available from SOLARVIC: K2 Systems, Schletter, SL Rack, Novotegra, iFIX Voest System, and Prefa. Both pitched roof and flat roof mounting are possible. Please note the slightly higher weight of the double-glass module (24.2 kg) when designing the substructure.

Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) ranks module manufacturers in tiers based on creditworthiness, size, and availability of bankability. Tier 1 modules are considered bankable – this is important for insurance, bank financing, and warranty claims over 25–30 years. AIKO is Tier 1 certified. In addition, the warranty is reinsured by Munich RE – one of the world's largest reinsurers. This makes warranty claims valuable even in 30 years.

The AIKO Neostar 3P+54 AIKO-A490-MCE54Dw is available from SOLARVIC – your specialist retailer for photovoltaics and building technology in Austria. Order online at sularvic.com and benefit from current daily prices, expert advice, and fast shipping. Free shipping from €5000 within Austria.