MULTIPLY

YOUR
PERFORMANCE

pp SUPERIOR
COST BENEFIT

pp REDUCED
POWER LOSS

pp HIGH
RELIABILITY

pp BETTER
TOLERANCE TO
MICRO CRACKS
MULTI-BUSBAR – AN OVERVIEW
Vikram Solar’s new PV module with multi-busbar cell design increases the module
power output upto 5 Wp compared to its previous version.

,, Higher number of busbars lead to multiple contact points which reduces internal
resistance.
,, Use of cylindrical tabbing wire increases the cell absorption by enhanced
scattering effect
,, Shorter distance between the busbar lowers the impact of possible microcracks
that may occur during module lifetime leading to improved long term reliability.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

+ –

STANDARD MODULE MULTI BB HALF-CELL MODULE

Once the half-cells are connected Mono PERC cell technology,

in strings, the module is laid out
into two parallel connected ‘twin’
sections with equal number of cells
connected in a series – appearing as
a top and a bottom half.
multi bus bar cells and a split
junction box supplements this
innovative solution.

WHAT THE FUTURE BEHOLDS?

BB less
Cell Busbar Technology Roadmap

5.8
12 BB
9BB
5.7
5BB
Cell Power (Wp)

5.6

5.5
 WHY MULTI-BUSBAR?
SUPERIOR COST
BENEFIT
MBB improves the efficiency of a
standard module, increasing the
module output without adding
much to the cost. Thus, customers
can enjoy cost effective solutions
without compromising on power
output.
HIGH RELIABILITY
The possibility of lesser cell stress
during module fabrication lowers
the risk of module degradation in
extreme weather conditions.
BETTER TOLERANCE
TO MICRO CRACKS
Higher number of busbar makes
the PV modules less prone to loss
in efficiency due to micro-cracks.
INCREASED SHADE
TOLERANCE
Innovative series parallel
connection enables increased
shade tolerance in partial shadow
conditions.
REDUCED POWER LOSS
MBB allows the electrical charges
to travel a comparatively shorter
distance with less resistance.
Lower internal resistance boosts
the module power helping to
achieve lower cell to module
conversion loss.
DESIGN USES
CIRCULAR RIBBONS
Round-shaped busbar
increases the scattering
effect towards the cell
surface for higher cell
absorption; the result is
~1% increased module
performance.
LOWER TEMPERATURE
COEFFICIENT
MBB increases zero depth
reflection.
 THIS DATASHEET IS APPLICABLE FOR:

TECHNICAL DATA SOMERA GRAND ULTIMA PLUS - MBB

SOMERA VSMH.72.AAA.05(AAA=385-415)

Electrical Data1  All data refers to STC (AM 1.5, 1000 W/m , 25°C) 2
Dimensions  in mm
Peak Power Pmax (Wp) 385 390 395 400 405 410 415 1007
40
964
Maximum Voltage Vmpp (V) 40.7 40.8 40.9 40.9 41.0 41.1 41.2
Maximum Current Impp (A) 9.45 9.56 9.67 9.78 9.89 10.00 10.10
Open Circuit Voltage Voc (V) 48.7 48.8 48.9 49.1 49.2 49.3 49.4
Short Circuit Current Isc (A) 9.88 9.99 10.10 10.21 10.32 10.43 10.54
Module Efficiency η(%) 19.02 19.27 19.52 19.76 20.01 20.26 20.50
1) STC:1000 W/m2 irradiance, 25°C cell temperature, AM1.5g spectrum according to EN 60904-3. Average relative efficiency reduction of 5% at 200 W/m2 according to EN 60904-1.

Electrical Parameters at NOCT2 4- 4

1176
1767
2010
Power (W) 284.9 288.6 292.3 296.0 299.7 303.4 307.1
V@Pmax (V) 37.5 37.5 37.6 37.7 37.7 37.8 37.9

400
I@Pmax (A) 7.58 7.67 7.76 7.85 7.94 8.03 8.11
Voc (V) 45.0 45.2 45.3 45.4 45.5 45.6 45.7
Isc (A) 7.90 7.99 8.08 8.17 8.26 8.34 8.43
8-6.5×10
2) NOCT irradiance 800 W/m2, ambient temperature 20°C, wind speed 1 m/sec

Temperature Coefficients (Tc)

permissible operating conditions

Tc of Open Circuit Voltage (β) - 0.29%/°C

Tc of Short Circuit Current (α) 0.057%/°C
Tc of Power (γ) -0.38%/°C
Maximum System Voltage 1500 V
NOCT 45°C ± 2°C
Temperature Range -40°C to + 85°C
Typical I-V Curves
Mechanical Data 12 400

Length × Width × Height 2010 × 1007 × 40 mm (79.13 × 39.64 × 1.57 inches)

9 300

Weight 22.3 kg (44.7 lbs)

Current (A)

Power (W)
Junction Box IP68/IP67, split junction box with individual bypass diodes 6 200

Cable & Connector #

400 mm length cables,MC4 Compatible/MC4 Connectors
Application Class Class A (Safety class II)
3 100

Superstrate 3.2 mm (0.125 inches) high transmission low iron tempered glass, AR coated 0 0
0 10 20 30 40 50
Cells 72 Mono PERC (144 half-cells), MBB solar cells Voltage (V)

Cell Encapsulant EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate)

1000 W/m² 800 W/m² 600 W/m² 400 W/m² 200 W/m²

Back Sheet Composite film

Frame Anodized aluminium frame with twin wall profile
Performance Warranty
Mechanical Load Test 5400 Pa (snow load), 2400 Pa (wind load) 100%
1 year: 97%

Maximum Series Fuse Rating 20 A 90% 27 years: 80.1%

80%

Warranty and Certifications 70%

60%
Product Warranty** 10 years 1 YEAR 27 YEARS

Performance Linear Power Warranty for 27 years with 3% for 1st year degradation and 0.65%
Warranty** from year 2 to year 27 #
1200 mm (47.24 inches) cable length is also available.  
Approvals and IEC 61215 Ed2:2016, IEC 61730:2016, IEC 61701, IEC 62716, IEC 60068-2-68, ** Refer to Vikram Solar’s warranty document for terms and conditions.
^ All certifications under progress.
Certificate^ IEC 62804, CE, CEC (California), UL 1703, IS/IEC 61730

CAUTION: READ SAFETY AND INSTALLATION MANUAL BEFORE

Packaging Information USING THE PRODUCT.
Specifications included in this datasheet are subject to change without
notice. Electrical data without guarantee. Please confirm your exact
Quantity /Pallet: 26 Pallets/Container (40’HC): 22 Quantity/Container (40’HC): 572
requirement with the company representative while placing your order.

VSL/ENG/SC/156
DS-9BB-144-SOM-half cell-1500V-INT-V19-E-R00

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