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Costs vary from project to project. Performance panels generally have a price point that is competitive with Conventional Panels.

There are a variety of key technical differences between SunPower Performance solar panels and Conventional Panels, including the design and layout of the solar cells and the electric architecture—which combine to enhance the reliability, performance and aesthetics of Performance panels.

To go into a bit more technical detail, first, we laser cut each SunPower Performance cell into strips and layer them in a shingled configuration to create a ‘hypercell’. This shingled hypercell allows us to fit more active cell area into each panel, boosting power and efficiency. Second, Performance cells are connected with a flexible joint interconnection to offer multiple and redundant paths for energy flow. This allows us to remove the front contact conductive ribbons and solder bonds found in conventional cells that can block active cell area and deteriorate over time, leading to cell failures and power deficits. Finally, SunPower Performance panels feature a unique parallel circuit architecture that significantly limits power loss in shade and soiling. The result is a superior shingled panel constructed with commodity cells, outperforming conventional panels in efficiency, performance and reliability.

SunPower® Performance solar panels use high efficiency mono PERC cells, while Maxeon panels use SunPower's proprietary back contact technology developed for our Maxeon panels.

SunPower offers a unified commissioning process for all components, including warranty registration, which simplifies and accelerates installations. This efficiency not only reduces labor time but also minimizes costs associated with complex installations, enabling you to serve more customers effectively.

By partnering with SunPower, you can enhance your business's efficiency, reputation, and profitability through access to superior products, comprehensive support, and valuable resources.

SunPower provides its partners with the SunPower One account, a comprehensive platform that includes training, certification, and advanced sales tools. Notably, partners can create detailed proposals in just two minutes, leading to a 24% conversion rate. The platform also features a 3D design tool for building-ready solar setups, enabling you to offer tailored solutions to your customers efficiently.

SunPower's Maxeon panels come with an industry-leading 40-year warranty, reflecting their exceptional durability and performance. With a return rate of just 0.005% (one in 20,000), these panels are 100 times less likely to fail than conventional panels, ensuring long-term customer satisfaction and reducing after-sales service efforts.