HT-SAAE (Shanghai Aerospace Automobile Electromechanical Co., Ltd) has announced the signing of a 150MWp solar module, strategic cooperation agreement with ASC Energy Pty Ltd for the Australian domestic market. The distribution network is supported through accredited local partners: Austra Energy Group Pty Ltd, Achievers Energy Pty Ltd and Smart Energy Answers Pty Ltd.

The 150MWp agreement signed at HT-SAAE’s Shanghai office, significantly strengthens HT-SAAE sales development and expansion within the Australian market. Not only will this agreement pave the way for increased sales but will allow for ongoing development of awareness and trust in the HT-SAAE brand, leading to sustained success for all partners across Australia.

HT-SAAE is owned and operated by parent company China Aerospace Science Technology Corporation (CASC), established in 1960. CASC is a global Fortune 500 corporation with exceptional financial resources and advanced manufacturing capacity in aerospace technology.Throughout their long 60-year history, HT-SAAE solar modules have been utilised for Chinese satellite systems, making them a world leader in research and development of solar technologies. Today HT-SAAE has more than 500 engineers working across 4 R&D technology centers. HT-SAAE uses the latest proven technology to produce high performance modules, provides 25 years product warranty and 25 years power output warranty.

ASC Energy is focused on attaining market feedback on products, documenting user experience and customer satisfaction. Consequentially can provide valuable solutions to their distribution partners, that have warehouses across Australia servicing both urban and rural areas.

Austra Energy founded in 2014 has developed into one of the largest solar wholesalers in Australia, with its head office in Sydney and distribution centres in NSW, VIC and QLD. Working with expert manufacturers like HT-SAAE, Austra Energy has experienced rapid growth due to a strong supply channel and commitment to providing excellent quality products and service to customers across Australia.

Achievers Energy is a leading renewable energy distributor established in 2015. HQ based in Brisbane, the company’s operations have expanded Australia-wide. Achievers Energy currently supports more than 1000 Australian Solar companies and distributes a wide range of high-quality PV products. Achievers Energy aims to be a key wholesale operator throughout the Australian solar industry.

We are proud to highlight National Retailer, Smart Energy Answers (SEA), an Australian-owned award-winning company with excellence in customer service and installation. SEA has 3 times in a row won Product Review Best solar retailer of the year (2020-2021-2022). Established in 2017, with Head Office in Castle Hill NSW and a National presence, SEA can assist homeowners, businesses and communities with tailored solar energy solutions offering HT Smart Modules, MLPE technologies and Energy Storage systems.

HT-SAAE look forward to continuing to work with our exclusive importer ASC Energy and the distribution partners, working together to bring the latest in solar module technology to Australia.

What is the difference between N-Type & P-Type Solar Panels?

The making of N-Type solar panels has one key difference from the standard P-type. While P-type is coated (referred to as being dosed) in a base layer of boron, making the base positive, the N-Type instead having a negative base, being dosed in phosphorus. The change brings many advantages, including an increase in efficiency, better performance in a range of conditions, and lower degradation rates. This combines with the fantastic TOPCON technology to create better efficiency than previously available (or even possible) with P-type panels, with mass produced N-Type TOPCON panels reaching over 22% efficiency, with a potential for even greater efficiency in the future.

The structure is similar to a sandwich, with the base dosed on both sides.

What Technology does an N-Type Solar Panel Use?

N-Type technology is becoming a standard in the industry and is broken down into multiple branches, with TOPCon and HIT/IBC being the most popular currently. TOPCon is quickly become a standard across the industry due to the increased ability for mass production at a lower cost, with top solar companies like Jinko using TOPCon to break various panel efficiency records.

Are N-Type Solar Panels Any Better?

Over the years both P-Type and N-Type technologies have seen a massive increase in efficiency over the years, but P-Type cells are starting to hit their efficiency limit. With an efficiency limit up to 28.7% compared to P-Types 24.5%, N-Type modules are poised to continue becoming even more efficient than older technologies while becoming cheaper to produce and buy, meaning a higher cost efficiency.

On top of the higher efficiency rates, N-Type panels don’t face issues that P-Type panels are prone to, with N-Type having lower temperature coefficients, better operating temperatures, and better LID degradation, leading to all around improved power generation.

Like how monocrystalline panels have now surpassed polycrystalline to be dominant in the marketplace, N-Type panels have quickly grown to become dominant in the Australian
market, and have become the solar panel to get.

How long do N-Type Solar Panels Last?

Due to a lower degradation rate and improved technology the N-Type panels last better than P-Type, with warranty increases offered by a large amount of N-Type panel manufacturers. Take Jinko for example, who’s 415W P-Type solar panel offers 15 years of warranty, compared to 25 years for their 440W N-Type solar panel, an increase of over 60%. The power degradation guarantee is longer, being 30 years instead of the 25 years offered for the P-Type, with lower levels of degradation guaranteed for N-Type solar panels.

Overall, while N-Type panels are still more expensive than P-Type panels, their longevity and efficiency aren’t something to be ignored, and makes it an extremely good choice for those looking for a more premium panel on the market, which now can come without breaking the bank. The mass production of this technology is continuing to improve, meaning that future modules will continue to improve efficiency and get more cost effective to produce as time goes on. We recommend keeping an eye on N-Type panels, as they are quickly becoming the next big thing in solar.

Looking to buy solar panels wholesale or Jinko wholesale? Austra Energy are a top solar wholesaler with locations across Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland. Contact us to find out more about our range or open an account with us today.

Spend points when and how you want. You’re free to spend them as you go, or build up your points across the promotion period and use them at a later date¹.

You can choose to redeem your points on any of the following items:

For more information and to start earning points contact your sales representative, contact us online or call us directly. Any

Q&A

How do I earn points?

By buying eligible products you can earn points to put towards rewards:

• 10 Growatt inverters that are 5kw or more to earn 5 points
• 4 pallets of panels of LONGi, Jinko, HT-SAAE, or Talesun of 370W or more to earn 10 points

You can earn points over the course of the promotional period (9/07/21-09/08/21), earning more points for the more you purchase. For example, by purchasing 20 Growatt inverters you would earn 10 points, and if you were to then purchase 12 pallets of panels you would earn another 30 points, giving you a total of 40 points.

Please note points are earnt on pickup or delivery of the item and cannot be redeemed until all related invoices are paid in full.

How can I spend points?

Points can be redeemed on the following products:

• 1x DC Isolator 1000V 32A (ZJBENY) for 5 points
• 1x DC Cable 4mm 100m Roll Twin for 10 points
• 1x Growatt 5000TL-X 5kw Inverter for 30 points
• 1x Sungrow SG5KTL-D 5kw Inverter for 40 points
• 2x Growatt 5000TL-X 5kw Inverter for 50 points

Points can be spent as they are earnt and eligible to be redeemed or may be kept to spend at a later date. Points are eligible to be redeemed up until 9/09/21, but after which will expire.

Points can be spent how you want across multiple products, for example, for 40 points you use them to receive 1 Sungrow inverter, or could redeem them for 2 DC Cables (20 points) and 4 DC Isolators (20 points).

Once again, points can only be redeemed once all related invoices are paid in full.

 

Still have questions? Contact us and we’ll be happy to answer and clarify any further details.

 

Austra Rewards Promotion Terms & Conditions
In addition to the below, the standard terms and conditions of trade with Austra Energy will apply, where applicable.
Promotion starts 8/07/21 and ends 8/08/21.
Cannot be combined with any other offers.
¹ Points are earned on pick-up or delivery of stock. Points can be earnt only across the promotional period (9/07/21 – 9/08/21), points must be redeemed by 9/09/21. All related invoices must be paid in full before points can be redeemed.
² Approved brands only – Inverter approved brand(s): Growatt
Solar Module approved brand(s): LONGi, Jinko, HT-SAAE, Talesun
Austra Energy reserves the right to make the final decision on how many/if points are earnt by a customer and how they may be redeemed.
Austra Energy reserves the right to amend the terms and conditions without prior notice or reason given.