Providing new models for the Japanese residential market
October 22, 2008
Kyocera Corporation (President: Makoto Kawamura) introduced a new line of solar modules that produce higher power output by adopting larger solar cells, measuring 156 mm x 156 mm. The new line will be replacing the existing line of solar modules, with a cell size of 150 mm x 155 mm. On October 2, Kyocera introduced a new solar module (208.4 W) for public and industrial use, and now announces that sales of the new residential use modules for the Japanese market will begin November 1, through Kyocera Solar Corporation (President: Hideo Sumi).
The new line of modules includes the SAMURAI models which were developed for installation on the complexly structured roofs that are characteristic of Japanese homes, as well as the standard type ECONOROOTS model designed for span or flat roofs. The ECONOROOTS model, with a power output of 183 W per module, possesses the highest output capacity in the Kyocera line for residential use. The new SAMURAI models will be available on the market starting November 1, with the ECONOROOTS model to follow subsequently.
Along with providing solar power generating systems with increased power output that meet customer demands, Kyocera will continue to promote the spread of solar energy systems that make a positive contribute to the global environment.
Solar modules for Japanese residential use (left: ECONOROOTS)(right: SAMURAI (small & large))
Module Specifications
ECONOROOTS
Model RD183X-QP-R (sloped roof, Type R) KD183X-QPE-S (flat roof, Type G)
Dimensions (mm) 1,338 x 1,012 x 36 (W x H x D) 1,341 x 990 x 36 (W x H x D)
Solar Cell (No.) 6 x 8 (48 cells) 6 x 8 (48 cells)
Nominal Maximum Output 183 W (4.6% increase 183 W (4.6% increase
over previous 175 W model) over previous 175 W model)
SAMURAI
Model SD62X-QPS-B (large) SD46X-QPS-B (small)
Dimensions (mm) 1,354 x 345 x 8 (W x H x D) 1,015.5 x 345 x 8 (W x H x D)
Number of Cells 2 x 8 (16 cells) 2 x 6 (12 cells)
Nominal Maximum Output 62 W (3.3% increase 46 W (2.2% increase
over previous 60 W model) over previous 45 W model)
Company Information:
Name: KYOCERA Corporation
Address: 6 Takeda, Tobadono-
City: Kyoto
ZIP: 612-8501
Country: Japan
Phone: +81-75-604-3763
http://global.kyocera.com
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