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In this quick guide, we’ll tell you about how LG solar panels compare with other manufacturers after giving you a breakdown of the 4 best LG solar panels on the market currently! Solar panels are great for people who are wanting some extra electricity on the road or away from the city, and it’s also the perfect go-to for those wanting to go “green.” Not only can it save you money in the long run, solar panels are a lot cleaner, environmentally! There are a lot of varieties out there when it comes to solar panels, and finding the right one for your house or RV can be difficult, but check out our other guide, “What Can a 100 Watt Solar Panel Run?” for a complete breakdown of how much power you need. Here, at Sunvival Guide, we dig deep into every product on the market and compare them with each other to give you a variety of choices from the best, hand-picked products out there-- let’s go right into it! LG NEON R LG360Q1C-A5 - ESTIMATION OF $1,080 OR $3/WATT Why did we choose this solar panel? This model of solar panel is one of LG’s most efficient solar panels that is currently in LG’s line of products. Power and efficiency are some of the most common ways to compare solar panels with each other-- it’s not the only way to compare, but it’s the most important factor that customers look for, besides price. This monocrystalline solar panel has an enhanced performance warranty along with a high power output, and the solar panel also contributes to roof aesthetics which is something that home-owners often look into (some solar panels can make rooftops look ugly while still being efficient). Get yours today at bit.ly/34sLXvr GENERAL DATA Cells: 6 x 10 Cell vendor: LG Cell Type: Monocrystalline / N-type Cell Dimensions: 161.7 x 161.7 mm / 6 inches # of Busbar: 12 (Multi Ribbon Busbar) Dimensions (L x W x H): 1686 x 1016 x 40 mm / 66.38 x 40 x 1.57 inch Front Load: 6000 Pa / 125 psf Rear Load: 5400 Pa / 113 psf Weight: 18 kg MC4: Junction Box IP68 with 3 Bypass Diodes Frame: Anodized aluminum Glass: Tempered Glass with AR Coating Cables: 1000 mm x 2 ea ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES Maximum Power(Pmax): 271 MPP Voltage (Vmpp): 36.4 MPP Current (Impp): 7.45 Open Circuit Voltage (Voc): 40.2 Short Circuit Current (Isc): 8.69 MPP Voltage (Vmpp): 36.5 MPP Current (Impp): 9.87 LG NEON 2 R PRIME LG360Q1K-V5 - $596 OR $1.66/WATT Why did we choose this solar panel?LG’s NeON 2 R Prime solar panel is similar to the one above but a lot less stronger as in durability. It offers everything as the NeON R model above such as the weight aspect, warranty, size, and power output, but for nearly half the price, you can get a model that is still pretty strong and just as powerful, but not nearly as strong as the other models in the category. This NeON R Prime series solar panel still provides the same roof aesthetics along with a great range of operating temperatures, but instead of providing the same framing and durability as the other models, for those on a budget and for those who live in non-extreme places, the solar panel costs just under $600 which is a decent price for a solar panel this powerful. Get it, if you like it, at bit.ly/3oleZVL GENERAL DATA Cell Properties: Monocrystalline/N-type Cell Maker: LG Cell Configuration: 60 Cells (6 x 10) Module Dimensions (L x W x H): 1,700mm x 1,016mm x 40mm Weight: 18.0 kg Glass (Thickness/Material): 2.8mm/Tempered Glass with AR Coating Backsheet (Color): Black Frame (Material): Anodized Aluminium Junction Box (Protection Degree): IP68 with 3 Bypass Diodes Cables (Length): 1,000mm x 2EA Connector (Type/Maker): MC 4/MC ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES (NMOT) Maximum Power (Pmax) [W]: 271 MPP Voltage (Vmpp) [V]: 36.6 MPP Current (Impp) [A]: 7.41 Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) [V]: 40.8 Short Circuit Current (Isc) [A]: 8.46 What are other users saying about this solar panel?Resilient But Less Durable - After a test load was performed on the solar panel, it’s concluded that this solar panel can handle less weight than the other solar panels within the series, but it can still handle a serious amount of pressure. The solar panel can stand around 3.3 feet of snow or more than 210 MPH of wind speed, and the panel can still withstand hail storms and fires. When compared to the model before, the solar panel above could withstand 3.5 feet of snow and winds of 220+ MPH, so as we can see, it’s still insanely strong-- in our opinion, only spend more on a solar panel if you live in an area of extreme weather. Operated Under Extreme Temperatures - The operating temperatures listed for this solar panel have a high range-- the lowest operating temperature that the solar panel can still work under is -40° F, and the highest, working temperature is over 190° F which is beyond the highest temperature ever recorded on Earth, so there’s no worries there. Power for a Lot Less - Since the solar panel covers the same area of 18.5 square feet as the previous solar panel, and since the power output is the same as the panel before, the power density will stay exactly the same, at 19.4 Watts per square feet. However, at the price of $1.66/Watt versus $3/Watt for the same power density, the current option that we’re talking about is more preferable than the previous model since the front load limit is still higher than the average solar panel (don’t let us stop you from picking the previous model if you want more durability!). LG NEON 2 COMMERCIAL 410W - ESTIMATED AT $857 OR 2.09/WATT Why did we choose this model of solar panels?Compared with the two previous models, the LG NeON 2 has a lot more power output than the other models and more cells than the models before-- this model has 72 more cells than the other models which allows the solar panel to output more power than the ones before. The NeOn 2 is the next in the series, meaning that the model has improved performance on sunny days, thanks to its improved temperature coefficient and better roof aesthetics, due to using thinner wires that appear all black from a distance. Look up for more information at bit.ly/35tqOjY GENERAL DATA Cell Properties: Monocrystalline/N-type Cell Maker: LG Cell Configuration: 72 Cells (6 x 12) Number of Busbars: 12EA Module Dimensions (L x W x H): 2,024mm x 1,024mm x 40mm Weight: 20.3kg Glass (Material): Tempered Glass with AR Coating Backsheet (Color): White Frame (Material): Anodized Aluminium Junction Box (Protection Degree): IP68 Cables (Length): 1,200mm x 2EA Connector (Type/Maker): MC4 Compatible ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES Maximum Power (Pmax) [W]: 307 MPP Voltage (Vmpp) [V]: 38.9 MPP Current (Impp) [A]: 7.89 Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) [V]: 46.7 Short Circuit Current (Isc) [A]: 8.48 What are other users saying about this product?A Higher Power Output - Due to more power cells, the power output has increased from 360 Watts to 410 Watts to bring you and your house/RV more electricity! The 12 additional cells don’t add too much to the amount of space taken up by the solar panels which is why the NeON 2 series is one of LG’s best sellers. Strong and Durable - The NeOn 2 series is just as strong as the previous models. Made from tempered glass with AR coating and anodized aluminum, the solar panel can withstand a maximum of 40 inches of snow along with wind speeds exceeding 200 MPH, along with being shatter-proof when it comes to hail and flame-resistant. The product weighs slightly more- around 44 lbs- which makes the solar panel still easy to install. If installing more than one solar panel (which is common for households), we recommend using more than a person to help with installing the solar panels up on the roof. More Power, Less Power Density - Since the product has the length of around 6.6 feet and a width of 3.4 feet and the power output of 410 Watts, the power density of this solar panel rates around 18.4 Watts per square feet. The power density compares less than the two previous models which doesn’t necessarily mean that the other two products are better than this model-- the power density is just to let you know how much power you’re getting while taking up a certain area of space. Since this product has more power output at a higher price, it’s completely up to the buyer to determine what factor they care more about. LG NEON 2 330W - ESTIMATION OF $420 OR $1.27/WATT Why did we choose this solar panel?Compared with previous models, the LG NeON 2 series has been the offset of the NeON R series that the company of LG has to offer. The NeON 330W is the lower output, cheaper version of the previous model shown above where this model has 12 less cells- a total of 60 cells- making this product have a lower power output. Since this solar panel is still a part of the LG NeON 2 series, with the aesthetics in mind, the product was designed using thinner wires that hide within the all-black solar panel, making it look like there’s no lines from a distance-- the solar panel still performs slightly better than the other models on sunny days, due to its improved temperature coefficient. Get a quote for yours at bit.ly/3ktfQkV GENERAL DATA Cell Properties: Monocrystalline/N-type Cell Maker: LG Cell Configuration: 60 Cells (6 x 10) Number of Busbars: 12EA Module Dimensions (L x W x H): 1,686mm x 1,016mm x 40 mm Weight: 17.1 kg Glass (Material): Tempered Glass with AR Coating Backsheet (Color): White Frame (Material): Anodized Aluminium Junction Box: IP 68 with 3 Bypass Diodes Cables (Length): 1,000mm x 2EA Connector (Type/Maker): MC 4/MC ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES Maximum Power (Pmax) [W]: 246 MPP Voltage (Vmpp) [V]: 31.5 MPP Current (Impp) [A]: 7.81 Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) [V]: 38.40 Short Circuit Current (Isc) [A]: 8.40 What are other users saying about this product?A Lower Efficiency at a Better Price - The module efficiency of the solar panel is measured to be 19.3% which is slightly lower than the other LG models but still higher than the average solar panel that’s out in the market with current technology. Smaller, Compact Size - The 330W model has a smaller size- a length of 5.5 feet and a width of 3.3 feet- which affects the power density. This is just barely smaller than previous models since this model comes with 60 cells instead of the previous model of 72 cells, but because of this, the power output is also lower which is an important factor for some houses. A Lower Power Density - Since the area of the solar panel is 18.4 square feet, and since the power output is 330 Watts, the power density is 17.9 Watts per square feet which is significantly lower than previous models, but that’s to be expected with the lower price. For those with a budget, this model would be a better buy, depending on how many appliances you have or how much power you go through over a certain period of time. For those who are wanting to invest in something that gives more power, we’d recommend other models. How do LG solar panels compare to solar panels from other manufacturers? LG is a company that has been investing in technology ever since 1958, and even though they only have two solar panel series, they’ve been known to be working on other series of solar panels, and they are constantly working on improving their previous practices inside of the solar panels. LG also offers a 25 year warranty on most solar panels which is well worth the price since most solar panels don’t even last that long. With the extended warranty and, basically, a guaranteed protection from extreme weather conditions, LG is the company to go to for long-term solar panel investments. Efficiency The power efficiency is a measurement used to compare other solar panels from the current one. Efficiency is simply measured by taking the ratio of the power output over the power input-- in other words, efficiency is a percentage of how much power you receive over how much sunlight the solar panel receives. Most solar panels in the market currently measure 15% to 18% whereas LG solar panels go beyond 20% often. Performance and Warranty With the 25 year warranty, the solar panels are likely to outperform most other solar panels in the market-- it’s hard to give out that long of a warranty since solar panels are generally considered a “new” technology. With weather conditions, it’s hard to determine a good age for solar panels, but with aluminum and special glass within the frame of the solar panel, LG can almost guarantee that the solar panel won’t break down under normal, everyday weather conditions. Wrap-Up We hope this guide helped you decide what the best LG solar panel is for you! Since LG doesn’t offer a wide range of solar panels from the two series, it can still be hard to pick the solar panel that’s meant for you. With factors such as price, power output, and size, everything can be generalized using a little math. For other content, be sure to check out our other articles on solar panels from a range of other companies.