TCL Solar Back Contact Technology

What is Back Contact Technology?

Back Contact (BC) solar cells are high-efficiency technology solar cells where both the positive and negative electrodes are placed on the backside of the cell. That means no busbars in the way, covering the front of the panels. This design effectively reduces shading area and enhances the absorption and utilization efficiency of sunlight. The founder of back-contact technology is Dick Swanson, also founder of SunPower.​

Our back contact key advantages​

POWERFULL TECHNOLOGY​
High cell efficiency
Efficiency improvement by 6%-10% compared to traditional modules of the same area.
Intelligent shade & temperature management​
Cell-level bypass diode technology for shading optimization, better temperature coefficient.​
Enhanced reliability​
Lower operating temperature anti-crack.​
IMPECCABLE DESIGN​
No more trade-off between aesthetics and efficiency​
No busbar design, eliminating front metal lines and presenting a more visually appealing rooftop installation.​
MORE VALUE FOR YOUR HOME​
More power on your roof, faster battery charging​
More yield brings over 4% more rooftop capacity than TOPCon, so you can fit more solar on your roof, generate more energy and charge more power on your home battery for later use.​
Backed by TCL Solar comprehensive warranty​
Up to 25 years product and 30 years power - may vary from one country to another.
The range

TCL Solar Back Contact Range​
European E-Class​

Residential & Commercial​
Up to 475W​
Up to 23.8% efficiency​
Monofacial available in white and black glaze
Bifacial available in white and black glaze
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Commercial​
Up to 545W
Up to 23.5% efficiency​
Bifacial
White glaze
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Monocrystalline solar panel with a grid of dark blue-black solar cells divided into two sections by a horizontal silver-colored bar.
Commercial & Large Scale​
Up to 660W​
Up to 24.4% efficiency​
Bifacial
White glaze
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How is Back Contact solar panel different to standard front-contact panels?​

Back Contact technology is considered as a key pathway for next-generation high-efficiency silicon solar cells. Unlike front-contact designs, Back Contact cells place both positive and negative contacts on the back of the cell. This innovative structure removes shading caused by frontside metal gridlines, allowing more sunlight to reach the cell active area and reduces the surface recombination rate, leading to higher power generation and improved efficiency. Furthermore, the Back Contact design significantly improves the panel shade management, minimising hotspot formation and enhancing reliable long-term operation.​

Frequently Asked Questions

What does intelligent shade management in TCL Solar Back Contact technology mean?​

One of the great advantages of TCL Solar Back Contact technology is its intelligent shade management. Thanks to the cell’s low breakdown voltage and unique architecture, each cell exhibits a built-in cell-level bypass diode function. In practice, this means a shaded cell can effectively bypass itself, reducing its energy consumption, while preventing major system-level power loss in partial shading. More importantly, this design minimises hotspot formation and supports more reliable long-term operation. For installations with intermittent or uneven shading—whether from vegetation, bird droppings, surrounding buildings, or dust, TCL Solar Back Contact provides a clear performance advantage.​

Why should I choose TCL Solar Back Contact panels?​

TCL Solar Back Contact technology delivers more power by increasing conversion efficiency, supports higher reliability in real-world conditions, and provides a modern sleek appearance. With an elegant look and robust performance, TCL Solar Back Contact panel is a leading choice for next-generation solar installations. ​

What are the advantages of using TCL Solar Back Contact panels?​

The advantages of TCL Solar Back Contact technology include:​

Higher Power Generation​

Better Temperature Coefficient: With a low temperature coefficient of –0.26%/°C, Back Contact modules outperform TOPCon in hot conditions, delivering over 1.3% more power at high operating temperatures.​

Reduced Power Degradation: With an annual degradation rate of less than 0.35%, Back Contact modules retain 88.85% of their original power output after 30 years—1.45% higher than TOPCon.​

Superior Shading Performance: Back Contact modules limit power loss to only the shaded area, reducing shading impact by up to 34% and delivering stronger performance in sites with moving or uneven shade.​

High Reliability​

Improved Microcrack Resistance: Full-backside continuous soldering and zero-busbar (0BB) design improve the module’s reliability under mechanical loads and temperature fluctuations.​

Reduced Risk of Hotspot: Low breakdown voltage and uniform breakdown across the entire cell help reduce the dissipated power, protecting the module from hotspots and improving module reliability.​

Lower Operating Temperature: Back Contact modules operate ~0.5°C cooler than TOPCon, leading to cooler operation in real world conditions and improving module longevity. ​

With industry-leading efficiency, intelligent shade management, and exceptional durability, Back Contact technology delivers higher-yield and more reliable modules—setting a new benchmark for solar industry.​