The Vertex N Shield solar panel from Trinasolar is now available to the North American market. The 620-W Vertex N Shield with 23% efficiency is engineered to withstand the extreme weather and common risks found in nature while maximizing system performance and lowering LCOE. Built on Trina’s 210-mm n-type TOPCon platform, Vertex N Shield combines high-energy yield with exceptional mechanical durability.
Vertex N Shield is resistant to severe hail, certified to withstand direct hail impact from 55-mm-diameter hailstones at 33.9 m/s, and up to 75-mm hailstones at a 45° angle. The module is engineered to handle extreme static mechanical loads of +7,000/-5,000 Pa, which makes it suitable for high-wind and hurricane-prone regions. Vertex N Shield is rated for uneven snow loads up to +6,600 Pa, equivalent to approximately 7.2 ft of snow accumulation. And it is certified to UL 61730 Fire Type 30 with Class A performance across all UL fire tests.
Along with a 30-year power guarantee and an annual degradation rate of just 0.4%, the Vertex N Shield has also passed salt mist, ammonia, dust, PID, LID and LeTID certifications, confirming its resilience across coastal, agricultural, arid and high-humidity environments. RETC’s 2025 PV Module Index recognized the Vertex N Shield as the “Overall Highest Achiever” in 2025.
“The Shield module’s extreme mechanical strength meets severe loading requirements and delivers excellent resistance to extreme weather and environmental risks,” said Eric Cao, VP of Trinasolar North American PV Business. “Trinasolar’s proven track record as a BNEF Tier 1 manufacturer and the Vertex N Shield’s durability reinforce investor confidence and maximize long-term returns for stakeholders while reducing insurance costs and payout risks.”
