SolarWorld, once the largest U.S. maker of solar panels, still commands loyalty among installers who value German-engineered quality, U.S. assembly heritage, and a warranty track record stretching back four decades. Whether you're hunting for a "new-old-stock" SolarWorld 350 W panel, a battle-tested SolarWorld 285 spec sheet, or simply curious how the brand stacks up in 2026.
Why Choose SolarWorld Solar
🇺🇸 Made in USA Heritage
Produced 800 MW annually in Hillsboro, OR—one of the most advanced manufacturing lines outside Asia with proven quality standards
⚡ Plus-Sorting Technology
Every module shipped at or above nameplate power—no "-3% tolerance" surprises with guaranteed performance specifications
🛡️ Extended Warranties
Up to 30-year linear warranties with <0.35% annual degradation—90% at 21 years, 86.85% at 30 years exceeding industry standards
📊 Proven Bankability
Long-term field data feed NIST PV models, showing <0.7%/yr loss—beating industry averages with reliable performance
"We've been swapping fading 2010 poly arrays with SolarWorld 350 XL mono—customers love the brand equity and beefy frames."
— Leo Martinez, VoltCity Solar (NJ, 2024)
Meet the Sunmodule Product Family
Sunmodule Plus 285 Mono
Model: SW 285 Mono (33 mm frame) | Efficiency: 17.0 % | Temp-co: -0.4 % / °C. Ideal for residential retrofits where 60-cell format slots into existing racks.
Sunmodule Plus 350 XL Mono
72-cell, 1993 × 1000 mm frame, up to 18.1 % efficiency. Perfect for small C&I roofs chasing sub-$0.45/W hardware.
Sunmodule Protect Glass-Glass 270-290 W
Dual-glass lamination adds 20-year glass breakage cover and industry-leading 30-year linear warranty—ideal for coastal or desert installs.
Series
Power
Cells
Warranty
Unique Edge
Plus 60-cell
260-300 W
60
25 yr linear
Rigid 40 mm Al frame
Plus XL 72-cell
340-350 W
72
25 yr linear
Larger, lighter
Protect GG
270-290 W
60
30 yr linear
Glass-glass, <0.35 %/yr
Performance, Durability & Field Data
Feature
Certification/Standard
Benefit
Plus-Sorting Technology
Every module tested at nameplate
Guaranteed performance output
Hail/Load Testing
5,400 Pa front / 3,600 Pa rear
1.5× IEC minimum standards
NIST Performance Models
<0.7%/yr degradation tracking
0.1% NPV advantage verified
Long-term Field Data
13-year Arizona installation
92% nameplate after 13 years
Product Line Comparison
Series
Power Output
Efficiency
Cell Technology
Price/W
Best For
Plus 60-cell
260W - 300W
17.0%
60-cell Mono
$0.40-0.42
Residential retrofits
Plus XL 72-cell
340W - 350W
18.1%
72-cell Mono
$0.43-0.45
Small C&I installations
Protect Glass-Glass
270W - 290W
16.5%
60-cell Dual Glass
$0.45-0.48
Coastal & desert installs
SolarWorld vs Competition
Feature
SolarWorld 350W
Typical Import
Advantage
Manufacturing Origin
USA Heritage (Hillsboro, OR)
Malaysia / Thailand
Quality pedigree
Module Efficiency
18.1%
17-18%
More watts per ft²
Plus-Sorting
100% nameplate guaranteed
±3% tolerance
Predictable output
Product/Power Warranty
25/30 years
12/25 years
Longer ROI window
Price per Watt (USA)
$0.43
$0.39-0.42
Premium quality value
*Typical pallet pricing, June 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Are SolarWorld panels still made?
Production ended in 2018; remaining inventory is new-old-stock or refurbished.
Where were SolarWorld modules manufactured?
SolarWorld Americas produced panels in Hillsboro, Oregon from 2008-2018, with German-engineered quality standards.
What is the SolarWorld warranty?
SolarWorld offered 25-year linear power warranties and up to 30-year warranties on Protect series. Some warranties transferred to SunPower; many resellers add third-party coverage to NOS pallets.
Can I buy SolarWorld panels in the USA?
Yes, through authorized dealers like A1 SolarStore. Stock is limited to new-old-stock and refurbished inventory, typically priced at $0.40-$0.45/W.