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Premium Performance · financial note below

Maxeon 7

435–445 W · IBC · Rear contact · Mono-glass

SunPowerReleased ~2025

76/ 100

Superior

Global

Back-Contact Cell24.1% EfficiencyClass-Leading Temp Coeff15+ Yrs Field-Proven

The verdict. In Premium Performance, Maxeon 7 leads this card on architecture and design. See the financial standing note. A long warranty is only as good as the business behind it.

1stof 53 in Premium PerformanceTop 10%class average 68.6
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Worth knowing. Maxeon Solar Technologies, Ltd. has been under judicial management by order of the Singapore High Court since 29 May 2026. A 29 June 2026 SEC filing says secured note defaults triggered automatic acceleration and demands for immediate payment against guarantor subsidiaries; the judicial managers were reviewing those demands. No public rescue or warranty-servicing plan was located in this review. Consider how claims would be handled by an estate under judicial management over the product's full term. Source. A warranty is only as valuable as the entity standing behind it. Ask your retailer who services this warranty now.

The assessment

How it scores, by category

Architecture & Design89
Efficiency & Yield63
Durability (verified)74
Performance & Degradation76
Guarantee & Backbone81
Sustainability66

Market position

1stof 53 in Premium PerformanceTop 10%
627676

Our reading

The badge on this sheet reads 76, labelled Superior, against a class average of 68.6. At a glance the displayed integer can look like the tip of the class. It is financially flagged, so it is not the homepage champion. The homepage tile in this class is Comet 1N, displayed at 75. The precise mark is held as printed. It does not invent a unique catalogue winner, and it does not contradict the displayed badge. Active ranked class size is 53. Architecture and design is the highest-scoring dimension on this card (89). What is published here is 24.1 per cent module efficiency, IBC silicon, and a 40-year product warranty backed by a 40-year performance term. Scored model SPR-MAX7-445-PT. Rechecked 23 August 2026. The financial note is held as printed.

Dietreich Farquharson · review.solar

The data

Power
445W
Efficiency
24.1%
Cell
IBC silicon
Temp coeff
-0.27%/°C
Technology architecture

IBC module

Architecture guide

Produces DC electricity at the roof. It contains no system-level power conversion or storage.

Product role
None in the module.
Published range
435–445 W
Electrical layer
DC module output
Construction
Rear contact, Mono-glass
Architecture describes the product boundary. It is not a system design or an equipment-pairing decision.

Performance guarantee: 40-year linear output

445 Wrated393W at yr 40
80859095100Guaranteed floor 88.3%88.3%0yr5yr10yr15yr20yr25yr30yr35yr40yr
Projected outputGuaranteed floor: 88.3% at yr 40

Wattage figure based on the sourced rated power (445 W) applied to the guaranteed floor; modular/format differences aside, this is the same rated-power spec shown above.

Modelled effective output, year by year

436W409W

Year 1 to year 25. Rated 445 W at STC.

How this is modelled

Modelled from this panel’s own published first-year (2%) and annual (0.25%/yr) degradation figures, compounded against its 445 W rated (STC) output. This is a datasheet-derived estimate, not a field measurement or a warranty guarantee. Actual output also depends on site irradiance, temperature, soiling and system design.

Year1510152025
Watts436 W432 W426 W421 W415 W409 W
% of rated98.0%97.0%95.8%94.5%93.3%92.0%
Before you buy
Local positionUse a market view to check local availability, approvals and warranty scope.
Ask the installerWill the quote name the exact Maxeon 7 model and wattage, and who covers labour if the module warranty is used?

Verification & sources

Market context

Global evidencechange in the site menu

Global benchmark. This scorecard is benchmarked globally. A global score does not imply local availability, certification, warranty coverage, or installer compatibility.

Benchmark anchor. The score is anchored to the highest published rating in this exact published series. Scored model: SPR-MAX7-445-PT · checked 2026-08-23. Evidence.

Sources & references · checked 2026-09-02

Strong evidence coverage

26 of 26 scored criteria link directly to a published source.

Values marked estimated, derived, or not found remain visible on the audit sheet and do not carry the same evidential weight as a linked source. Coverage measures direct links, not a guarantee that a claim is correct.

How far the evidence reaches

1 of 5 questions with checkable rows has a row beyond the maker's claim.

  • Output4 checkable rows, none beyond the maker's claimMaker-only: 4 maker's commitments
  • Endurance1 of 7 checkable rows beyond the maker's claim
  • SafetyNot scored for panels
  • Backing2 checkable rows, none beyond the maker's claimMaker-only: 3 maker's commitments
  • Fit1 checkable row, not beyond the maker's claimMaker-only: 3 design facts
  • Footprint2 checkable rows, none beyond the maker's claim
  • Third-party source
  • Certified or regulator-listed
  • Manufacturer claim
  • Reviewed absence

Each bar is one question's checkable rows for this product at true share, stronger tiers first; hatching marks a reviewed absence: not published, we looked. Maker-only rows (warranty terms and design facts that rest on the maker's own documents) are counted under each question, never dropped. review.solar has measured none of these rows itself. How the evidence puzzle works

Record revision. Maxeon 7 exact PT sheet, Australian warranty, public scorecard scope and current SEC status rechecked 2026-08-23; unsupported NOCT and exact-product EPD claims removed. India existing-catalogue panel ALMM review 2026-09-02: IN overlays recorded against List-I revision 03.08.2026; scores unchanged.

Change ledger

Product record history

2 earlier entries recorded source rechecks rather than changes to the published figures, and are not listed here. Every entry remains in the evidence record.

28 changes to this record · 280 products changed in this update
  1. Record updated

    Power tolerance (%): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Power tolerance (%)Power tolerance (%)+1 in JSON record
  2. Record updated

    Warranty transferability: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    After
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    Warranty transferabilityWarranty transferability+1 in JSON record
  3. Record updated

    Module efficiency (%): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Module efficiency (%)Module efficiency (%)+1 in JSON record
  4. Record updated

    Carbon footprint / EPD: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://corp.maxeon.com/static-files/aba8e9f5-9c17-4ae7-9f5d-cb8891116656; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    After
    https://corp.maxeon.com/static-files/aba8e9f5-9c17-4ae7-9f5d-cb8891116656; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    Carbon footprint / EPDCarbon footprint / EPD+1 in JSON record
  5. Record updated

    Hail resistance: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Hail resistanceHail resistance+1 in JSON record
  6. Record updated

    Fire classification (IEC 61730): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Fire classification (IEC 61730)Fire classification (IEC 61730)+1 in JSON record
  7. Record updated

    Positive loading (MQT16, Pa): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Positive loading (MQT16, Pa)Positive loading (MQT16, Pa)+1 in JSON record
  8. Record updated

    Verified reliability: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://scorecard.pvel.com/methodology/; https://scorecard.pvel.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-PVEL-PV-Module-Reliability-Scorecard-Summary.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    After
    https://scorecard.pvel.com/2024/top-performers/; https://scorecard.pvel.com/methodology/; https://scorecard.pvel.com/top-performers/; https://web.archive.org/web/20240301115007/https://scorecard.pvel.com/top-performers/?manuf_name=1960; https://web.archive.org/web/20240409163347/https://scorecard.pvel.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-PVEL-PV-Module-Reliability-Scorecard-Summary.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20240414144055/https://scorecard.pvel.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-PV-Module-Reliability-Scorecard_May-27-21.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20250908003013/https://scorecard.pvel.com/top-performers/?manuf_name=1960; https://web.archive.org/web/20250926235330/https://retc-ca.com/pvmi-high-achiever
    Verified reliabilityVerified reliability+9 in JSON record
  9. Record updated

    Manufacturing track record: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/; https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1796898/000119312526246320/maxn_form_6-k_26_may_202.htm; https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1796898/000119312526286776/maxn_6-k_june_29_2026.htm
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/; https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1796898/000119312526246320/maxn_form_6-k_26_may_202.htm; https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1796898/000119312526286776/maxn_6-k_june_29_2026.htm
    Manufacturing track recordManufacturing track record+3 in JSON record
  10. Record updated

    Guarantee assurance: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    After
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    Guarantee assuranceGuarantee assurance+1 in JSON record
  11. Record updated

    PID (IEC TS 62804): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    PID (IEC TS 62804)PID (IEC TS 62804)+1 in JSON record
  12. Record updated

    Cell technology tier: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Cell technology tierCell technology tier+1 in JSON record
  13. Record updated

    Guarantee period (yrs): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    After
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    Guarantee period (yrs)Guarantee period (yrs)+1 in JSON record
  14. Record updated

    Annual degradation (%/yr): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Annual degradation (%/yr)Annual degradation (%/yr)+1 in JSON record
  15. Record updated

    Ammonia resistance (IEC 62716): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Ammonia resistance (IEC 62716)Ammonia resistance (IEC 62716)+1 in JSON record
  16. Record updated

    PID (IEC TS 62804)

    Before
    Independently tested / certified
    After
    Third-party tested / certified
    PID (IEC TS 62804)PID (IEC TS 62804)+1 in JSON record
  17. Record updated

    Financial strength & warranty backing: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1796898/000119312526246320/maxn_form_6-k_26_may_202.htm; https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1796898/000119312526286776/maxn_6-k_june_29_2026.htm
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1796898/000119312526246320/maxn_form_6-k_26_may_202.htm; https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1796898/000119312526286776/maxn_6-k_june_29_2026.htm
    Financial strength & warranty backingFinancial strength & warranty backing+2 in JSON record
  18. Record updated

    Encapsulation & frame construction: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Encapsulation & frame constructionEncapsulation & frame construction+1 in JSON record
  19. Record updated

    Salt mist (IEC 61701): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Salt mist (IEC 61701)Salt mist (IEC 61701)+1 in JSON record
  20. Record updated

    Guaranteed end-of-warranty output (%): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    After
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    Guaranteed end-of-warranty output (%)Guaranteed end-of-warranty output (%)+1 in JSON record
  21. Record updated

    AU Evidence sources

    Before
    https://cer.gov.au/document/cec-approved-pv-modules-0; https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels; https://www.sunpowerglobal.com/au/documents
    After
    https://cer.gov.au/document/cec-approved-pv-modules-0; https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels; https://www.sunpowerglobal.com/au/documents
    Verified reliabilityGuaranteed end-of-warranty output (%)+4 in JSON record
  22. Record updated

    First-year degradation (%): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    First-year degradation (%)First-year degradation (%)+1 in JSON record
  23. Record updated

    Verified reliability

    Before
    Brand or series independently tested; exact model not covered
    After
    Brand or series third-party tested; exact model not covered
    Verified reliabilityPrimary datasheet+9 in JSON record
  24. Record updated

    Contact: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    ContactContact+1 in JSON record
  25. Record updated

    Negative loading (MQT16, Pa): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Negative loading (MQT16, Pa)Negative loading (MQT16, Pa)+1 in JSON record
  26. Record updated

    Performance guarantee period (yrs): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    After
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    Performance guarantee period (yrs)Performance guarantee period (yrs)+1 in JSON record
  27. Record updated

    End-of-life & recycling disclosure: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    End-of-life & recycling disclosureEnd-of-life & recycling disclosure+1 in JSON record
  28. Record updated

    Temp coefficient Pmax (%/C): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://web.archive.org/web/20241003134543/https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Temp coefficient Pmax (%/C)Temp coefficient Pmax (%/C)+1 in JSON record
2 changes to this record · 4 products changed in this update
  1. Record updated

    AU Warranty conditions

    After this change
    labour: Neither Australian limited warranty that names SPR-MAXy-xxx and is listed on the maker's Australian documents page on 9 October 2026 (sales before 1 January 2026, and sales on or after 1 January 2026) states a removal and reinstallation cost reimbursement. Section 5.3(c) of each text excludes liability for loss or damage arising from removal and reinstallation, except where the Australian Consumer Law prevents it. A reimbursement of up to AU$375 for the first five modules and AU$75 for each additional module appears only in the Maxeon-issued Document# 544362 REV E effective 1 August 2024, which that page does not list. The listed texts do not state whether that earlier term continues to apply to modules sold between 1 August 2024 and 31 December 2025.; registration: For modules sold before 1 January 2026, digital registration within six months of the Warranty Start Date is required for the 40-year product and power term; without it, the terms are 25 years and the power endpoint is 92%. For modules sold on or after 1 January 2026, registration is not required.; remedy: Subject to applicable law, TCL SunPower (SunPower Corporation Australia Pty Ltd) has sole discretion to repair, replace or refund a validated claim (clause 2 of both Australian limited warranties that name SPR-MAXy-xxx). From 1 January 2026, TCL Zhonghuan Energy Technology (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd. has assumed the warranty obligations previously held by Maxeon Solar Technologies Ltd, and SunPower Corporation Australia Pty Ltd administers claims in Australia.; removal reinstallation: The two listed Australian limited warranties that name SPR-MAXy-xxx state no removal and reinstallation reimbursement, and section 5.3(c) of each excludes liability for removal and reinstallation loss except where the Australian Consumer Law prevents it. A conditional, capped reimbursement appears only in the Maxeon-issued Document# 544362 REV E effective 1 August 2024, which the maker's Australian documents page does not list.; transferability: For modules sold before 1 January 2026, the warranty may be assigned if notice with reasonable supporting documentation is given within 90 days and the subsequent warranty holder completes digital registration (clause 3(j)). For modules sold on or after 1 January 2026, the warranty is fully assignable on notice given within 90 days with reasonable documentation, and no digital registration condition is stated (clause 3(j)).; transport: Reasonable transportation for an accepted remedy is covered under the governing warranty.

    The previous text is not reproduced here: both versions run to a full research paragraph. Both are in the JSON record linked below.

    Verified reliabilityPrimary datasheet+3 in JSON record
  2. Record updated

    AU Warranty scope

    After this change
    Two of the Australian limited warranties for PV modules listed on the maker's Australian documents page on 9 October 2026 name the SPR-MAXy-xxx pattern, and the terms depend on the sale date. For modules sold before 1 January 2026, the warranty (Document No. 544362 REV E, cut-off date 1 January 2026) covers SPR-MAXy-xxx patterns; digital registration within six months of the Warranty Start Date is required for 40-year product and power cover, otherwise 25 years and a 92% endpoint at year 25 apply. For modules sold on or after 1 January 2026, the warranty (effective 1 January 2026, provided by TCL Zhonghuan Energy Technology (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd. and administered in Australia by SunPower Corporation Australia Pty Ltd) covers SPR-MAXy-xxx at 40 years product and power, guaranteeing 88.25% in year 40, with no registration condition.

    The previous text is not reproduced here: both versions run to a full research paragraph. Both are in the JSON record linked below.

    Verified reliabilityPrimary datasheet+3 in JSON record
5 changes to this record · 28 products changed in this update
  1. Evidence added

    IN Status

    Before
    Not previously recorded
    After
    unavailable
    IN market evidenceIN market evidence
  2. Record updated

    Source revision

    Before
    Maxeon 7 exact PT sheet, Australian warranty, public scorecard scope and current SEC status rechecked 2026-08-23; unsupported NOCT and exact-product EPD claims removed.
    After
    Maxeon 7 exact PT sheet, Australian warranty, public scorecard scope and current SEC status rechecked 2026-08-23; unsupported NOCT and exact-product EPD claims removed. India existing-catalogue panel ALMM review 2026-09-02: IN overlays recorded against List-I revision 03.08.2026; scores unchanged.
    Primary datasheet
  3. Evidence added

    IN Certifications

    Before
    Not previously recorded
    After
    The exact scored model SPR-MAX7-445-PT is not named on ALMM List-I revision 03.08.2026. Cited source_version in-almm-module-2026-08-03-ffdfc4d1f767.
    IN market evidenceIN market evidence
  4. Evidence added

    IN Evidence sources

    Before
    Not previously recorded
    After
    https://cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in/s3716e1b8c6cd17b771da77391355749f3/uploads/2026/08/202608031426164762.pdf; https://mnre.gov.in/en/approved-list-of-models-and-manufacturers-almm/
    IN market evidenceIN market evidence
  5. Evidence added

    IN Support Note

    Before
    Not previously recorded
    After
    The exact scored model SPR-MAX7-445-PT is not named on ALMM List-I revision 03.08.2026. ALMM is a domestic-content and procurement instrument; absence is not a quality finding and does not change the global score. A manufacturer catalogue is not a substitute for List-I. Existing AU, US, DE or EU warranty terms are not transferred.
    IN market evidenceIN market evidence
2 changes to this record · 109 products changed in this update
  1. Record updated

    Global score

    Before
    76.4
    After
    75.5
    Primary datasheet
  2. Record updated

    Efficiency & Yield pillar score

    Before
    68
    After
    63.4
    Primary datasheet
1 change to this record · 118 products changed in this update
  1. Record updated

    Third-party energy yield: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://scorecard.pvel.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-PVEL-PV-Module-Reliability-Scorecard-Summary.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    After
    https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-blog/solar-thrives-humidity
    Energy yield evidence+2 in JSON record
40 changes to this record · 7 products changed in this update
  1. Record updated

    Primary Source

    Before
    https://www.sunpowerglobal.com/au/documents
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    Primary datasheet+1 in JSON record
  2. Evidence removed

    NOCT (C): Evidence sources

    Before
    After
    No longer recorded
    No direct source binding recorded
  3. Record updated

    PID (IEC TS 62804): Evidence sources

    Before
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    PID (IEC TS 62804)PID (IEC TS 62804)
  4. Record updated

    Carbon footprint / EPD

    Before
    EPD verified, <400 kg CO₂/kWp (certified low-carbon manufacturing)
    After
    Carbon footprint / corporate ESG stated (no EPD)
    Carbon footprint / EPDsupersededCarbon footprint / EPD+2 in JSON record
  5. Record updated

    Module efficiency (%): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.sunpowerglobal.com/au/documents
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Module efficiency (%)Module efficiency (%)+1 in JSON record
  6. Record updated

    AU Evidence sources

    Before
    https://cer.gov.au/document/cec-approved-pv-modules-0; https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/manuals-and-technical-sheets/au/AU_SunPower_Performance_MAX_Safety%20and%20Installation.pdf; https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels; https://www.sunpowerglobal.com/au/documents
    After
    https://cer.gov.au/document/cec-approved-pv-modules-0; https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels; https://www.sunpowerglobal.com/au/documents
    Verified reliabilityPrimary datasheet+4 in JSON record
  7. Record updated

    Efficiency & Yield pillar score

    Before
    74.1
    After
    68
    Verified reliabilityPrimary datasheet
  8. Record updated

    First-year degradation (%): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.sunpowerglobal.com/au/documents
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    First-year degradation (%)First-year degradation (%)+1 in JSON record
  9. Record updated

    Warranty transferability: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf
    After
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    Warranty transferabilityWarranty transferability
  10. Record updated

    Contact: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.sunpowerglobal.com/au/documents
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    ContactContact+1 in JSON record
  11. Record updated

    Carbon footprint / EPD: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://corp.maxeon.com/esg; https://web.archive.org/web/20240825053928/https://corp.maxeon.com/esg
    After
    https://corp.maxeon.com/static-files/aba8e9f5-9c17-4ae7-9f5d-cb8891116656; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    Carbon footprint / EPDCarbon footprint / EPD+2 in JSON record
  12. Record updated

    Ammonia resistance (IEC 62716): Evidence status

    Before
    Derived
    After
    Sourced
    Ammonia resistance (IEC 62716)Ammonia resistance (IEC 62716)
  13. Record updated

    Temp coefficient Pmax (%/C): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.sunpowerglobal.com/au/documents
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Temp coefficient Pmax (%/C)Temp coefficient Pmax (%/C)+1 in JSON record
  14. Record updated

    Sustainability pillar score

    Before
    91
    After
    66.3
    Verified reliabilityPrimary datasheet
  15. Record updated

    Guarantee period (yrs): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf
    After
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    Guarantee period (yrs)Guarantee period (yrs)
  16. Record updated

    Third-party energy yield: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://scorecard.pvel.com/manufacturer_name/maxeon/; https://web.archive.org/web/20240521153924/https://scorecard.pvel.com/manufacturer_name/maxeon/
    After
    https://scorecard.pvel.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-PVEL-PV-Module-Reliability-Scorecard-Summary.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    Primary datasheetEnergy yield evidencesuperseded+2 in JSON record
  17. Record updated

    Financial strength & warranty backing: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1796898/000119312526246320/maxn_form_6-k_26_may_202.htm
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1796898/000119312526246320/maxn_form_6-k_26_may_202.htm; https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1796898/000119312526286776/maxn_6-k_june_29_2026.htm
    Financial strength & warranty backingFinancial strength & warranty backing+1 in JSON record
  18. Record updated

    Salt mist (IEC 61701): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.sunpowerglobal.com/au/documents
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Salt mist (IEC 61701)Salt mist (IEC 61701)+1 in JSON record
  19. Record updated

    Ammonia resistance (IEC 62716)

    Before
    Not listed
    After
    IEC 62716 certified
    Ammonia resistance (IEC 62716)Ammonia resistance (IEC 62716)
  20. Record updated

    Hail resistance: Evidence sources

    Before
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Hail resistanceHail resistance
  21. Record updated

    Performance guarantee period (yrs): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf
    After
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    Performance guarantee period (yrs)Performance guarantee period (yrs)
  22. Record updated

    Annual degradation (%/yr): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.sunpowerglobal.com/au/documents
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Annual degradation (%/yr)Annual degradation (%/yr)+1 in JSON record
  23. Record updated

    Durability (verified) pillar score

    Before
    71.6
    After
    74.3
    Verified reliabilityPrimary datasheet
  24. Record updated

    Negative loading (MQT16, Pa): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.sunpowerglobal.com/au/documents
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Negative loading (MQT16, Pa)Negative loading (MQT16, Pa)+1 in JSON record
  25. Record updated

    Verified reliability: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://scorecard.pvel.com/manufacturer_name/maxeon/; https://web.archive.org/web/20240521153924/https://scorecard.pvel.com/manufacturer_name/maxeon/
    After
    https://scorecard.pvel.com/methodology/; https://scorecard.pvel.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-PVEL-PV-Module-Reliability-Scorecard-Summary.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    Primary datasheetEnergy yield evidencesuperseded+3 in JSON record
  26. Record updated

    Guarantee assurance: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf
    After
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    Guarantee assuranceGuarantee assurance
  27. Record updated

    Global score

    Before
    78.5
    After
    76.4
    Verified reliabilityPrimary datasheet
  28. Record updated

    Source revision

    Before
    Maxeon 7 551184 Rev A V4 sheet and Australian limited warranty 544362 Rev E effective 2024-08-01 reviewed 2026-08-06 Re-verification 2026-08-19: Verified reliability recorded as "Brand or series independently tested; exact model not covered" under panel rubric v2.13.0, which added a band for brand or series evidence where the exact model is not covered by the third-party record. Re-verification 2026-08-20: Independent energy yield recorded as brand-or-series under panel rubric v2.14.0, which applied to this criterion the same exact-model rule v2.13.0 applied to Verified reliability.
    After
    Maxeon 7 exact PT sheet, Australian warranty, public scorecard scope and current SEC status rechecked 2026-08-23; unsupported NOCT and exact-product EPD claims removed.
    Verified reliabilityPrimary datasheet
  29. Record updated

    End-of-life & recycling disclosure: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.pv-magazine.com/2022/07/28/maxeon-partners-with-reclaim-pv-to-sa
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    End-of-life & recycling disclosureEnd-of-life & recycling disclosure+1 in JSON record
  30. Evidence removed

    NOCT (C): Evidence status

    Before
    Sourced
    After
    No longer recorded
    No direct source binding recorded
  31. Evidence removed

    NOCT (C)

    Before
    40
    After
    No longer recorded
    No direct source binding recorded
  32. Record updated

    Hail resistance: Evidence status

    Before
    Derived
    After
    Sourced
    Hail resistanceHail resistance
  33. Record updated

    Positive loading (MQT16, Pa): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.sunpowerglobal.com/au/documents
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Positive loading (MQT16, Pa)Positive loading (MQT16, Pa)+1 in JSON record
  34. Record updated

    Ammonia resistance (IEC 62716): Evidence sources

    Before
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Ammonia resistance (IEC 62716)Ammonia resistance (IEC 62716)
  35. Record updated

    Encapsulation & frame construction: Evidence sources

    Before
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Encapsulation & frame constructionEncapsulation & frame construction
  36. Record updated

    Power tolerance (%): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.sunpowerglobal.com/au/documents
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Power tolerance (%)Power tolerance (%)+1 in JSON record
  37. Record updated

    Manufacturing track record: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://corp.maxeon.com/; https://web.archive.org/web/20251012211203/https://corp.maxeon.com/
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/; https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1796898/000119312526246320/maxn_form_6-k_26_may_202.htm; https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1796898/000119312526286776/maxn_6-k_june_29_2026.htm
    Manufacturing track recordManufacturing track record+4 in JSON record
  38. Record updated

    Guaranteed end-of-warranty output (%): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf
    After
    https://pub-493f128c789642909ff4ab27a5f41128.r2.dev/warranty-documents-and-leaflets/au/AU_Limited_Warranty_for_PV_Modules_%28DC%29_Australia_Warranty_Documents_and_Leaflets.pdf; https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf
    Guaranteed end-of-warranty output (%)Guaranteed end-of-warranty output (%)
  39. Record updated

    Cell technology tier: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.sunpowerglobal.com/au/documents
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Cell technology tierCell technology tier+1 in JSON record
  40. Record updated

    Fire classification (IEC 61730): Evidence sources

    Before
    After
    https://sunpower.maxeon.com/int/sites/default/files/2024-03/sp_max7_112c_PT_435-445_res_dc_40years_warranty_ds_en_a4_551184A.v4.pdf; https://www.maxeon.com/maxeon-solar-panels
    Fire classification (IEC 61730)Fire classification (IEC 61730)
5 changes to this record · 65 products changed in this update
  1. Record updated

    Third-party energy yield

    Before
    Field/PAN energy-yield validated
    After
    Brand or series yield-tested; exact model not covered
    Energy yield evidencesupersededEnergy yield evidencesuperseded
  2. Record updated

    Global score

    Before
    79.5
    After
    78.5
    Verified reliability
  3. Record updated

    Durability (verified) pillar score

    Before
    69.5
    After
    71.6
    Verified reliability
  4. Record updated

    Efficiency & Yield pillar score

    Before
    81.4
    After
    74.1
    Verified reliability
  5. Record updated

    Source revision

    After this change
    Maxeon 7 551184 Rev A V4 sheet and Australian limited warranty 544362 Rev E effective 2024-08-01 reviewed 2026-08-06 Re-verification 2026-08-19: Verified reliability recorded as "Brand or series independently tested; exact model not covered" under panel rubric v2.13.0, which added a band for brand or series evidence where the exact model is not covered by the third-party record. Re-verification 2026-08-20: Independent energy yield recorded as brand-or-series under panel rubric v2.14.0, which applied to this criterion the same exact-model rule v2.13.0 applied to Verified reliability.

    The previous text is not reproduced here: both versions run to a full research paragraph. Both are in the JSON record linked below.

    Verified reliability
4 changes to this record · 31 products changed in this update
  1. Record updated

    Global score

    Before
    83.1
    After
    79.5
    Verified reliability
  2. Record updated

    Durability (verified) pillar score

    Before
    85.5
    After
    69.5
    Verified reliability
  3. Record updated

    Source revision

    Before
    Maxeon 7 551184 Rev A V4 sheet and Australian limited warranty 544362 Rev E effective 2024-08-01 reviewed 2026-08-06
    After
    Maxeon 7 551184 Rev A V4 sheet and Australian limited warranty 544362 Rev E effective 2024-08-01 reviewed 2026-08-06 Re-verification 2026-08-19: Verified reliability recorded as "Brand or series independently tested; exact model not covered" under panel rubric v2.13.0, which added a band for brand or series evidence where the exact model is not covered by the third-party record.
    Verified reliability
  4. Record updated

    Verified reliability

    Before
    Top Performer (multi-year)
    After
    Brand or series independently tested; exact model not covered
    Energy yield evidencesupersededEnergy yield evidencesuperseded
9 changes to this record · 106 products changed in this update
  1. Evidence removed

    Damp heat extended (2000h): Evidence status

    Before
    Derived
    After
    No longer recorded
    No direct source binding recorded
  2. Record updated

    Architecture & Design pillar score

    Before
    83.4
    After
    88.5
    Verified reliability
  3. Evidence removed

    Awards: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6627b4a16340c535bfabf896/668bef1148a5bfbf75c79fbe_Sunpower.pdf
    After
    No longer recorded
    Awardssuperseded
  4. Record updated

    Durability (verified) pillar score

    Before
    85.1
    After
    85.5
    Verified reliability
  5. Evidence removed

    Damp heat extended (2000h): Evidence sources

    Before
    After
    No longer recorded
    No direct source binding recorded
  6. Evidence removed

    Awards

    Before
    Not Listed
    After
    No longer recorded
    Awardssuperseded
  7. Record updated

    Global score

    Before
    82.1
    After
    83.1
    Verified reliability
  8. Evidence removed

    Damp heat extended (2000h)

    Before
    1000h IEC 61215 standard
    After
    No longer recorded
    No direct source binding recorded
  9. Evidence removed

    Awards: Evidence status

    Before
    Reviewed absence
    After
    No longer recorded
    Awardssuperseded

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  1. Core scorecard evidence checked
  2. IN market evidence checked
  3. AU market evidence checked
  4. Series benchmark evidence checked
  5. Plain-language warranty summary checked

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