Suncore Photovoltaic Technology Company Limited is 100% owned by Fujian SanAn Group. Headquartered in Huainan, Anhui Province, Suncore also has 100% owned subsidiaries located in Albuquerque, NM USA, Xining China, and Xiamen China. Built upon state-of-the-art automated manufacturing technologies and strong research and development (R&D) capabilities, Suncore manufactures a complete offering of solar concentrator solutions for utility-scale, and industrial solar hot water. In addition to manufacturing, Suncore also provides full Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) services in addition to financing solutions for solar project development. Full vertical integration as a technology provider through project development and financing, allows Suncore to provide exceptionally competitive CPV solutions to its custom-ers and partncustom-ers worldwide.
With an annual production capacity of more than 300MW, Suncore is dedicated to providing its clients with high performance, high quality CPV products and services. Continuous dedication to R&D, Suncore is continu-ally improving CPV system and module efficiency furthering the CPV competitive advantage in high direct normal irradiance (DNI) regions of the world.
ABOUT
2002
San’an solar power division was formed.2004
Solar cell (San’an) passed the CASC test.2007
Generation I CPV demo system successfully built up.2008
Generation II CPV system was put into commercial use.2010
Suncore was established by San’anOptoelectronics and Emcore Corporation.
2011
Relocated to Huainan, Anhui Province, committed to creating the world-class CPV manufacturing base.2012
Production commencement of the first CPV automation line in the world; 50MW CPV power plant in Golmud completed.2013
Golmud 60MW CPV Power Plant, the largest one in the world, was completed.2013
San’an became the sole shareholder through its purchase of the 40% of Suncore stock owned by Emcore.
MILESTONE
100% Owns
Golden Sun 1.5 MW Commercial Ground and Rooftop CPV system in Xiamen, Fujian Province, China
Golmud50MW
Location: Golmud, Qinghai Province, China DNI: 4.86 kWh/m2/day
Size: 50 MW Year of COD: 2012 Suncore’s Involvement: Technology Provider
Description:
Located in the Qinghai province in the northwest of the Peoples Republic of China. The solar park is located on the Qinghai-Tibet plateau and sits above 9,000ft in altitude. The plant was fully commissioned in November 2012. Suncore's success with this project has encouraged additional development in the area.
UTILITY-SCALE CPV
POWER PLANTS
EVORA 1MW, CPV Ground system, Evora, Portugal Eubank Landfill Solar Array, 2 MW, Albuquerque, NM, U.S.
Golmud60MW
Location: Golmud, Qinghai Province, China DNI: 4.86 kWh/m2/day Size: 60 MW Year of COD: 2013 Suncore’s Involvement: Developer
Description:
The 60MWac plant Located in the Qinghai province in the northwest of the Peoples Republic of China. The solar park is located on the Qinghai-Tibet plateau and sits above 9,000ft in altitude. This plant was developed and is owned and operated by Suncore Photovoltaic Technology Co. Ltd. Upon commissioning this plant was the largest CPV installation worldwide.
The latest Suncore CPV solar system for utility-scale projects has a rated power of 2.336kW. The system was designed for ease of installation and inexpensive operation and maintenance. Modules can be installed on low profile pedestal 2 axis tracking system which minimize foundation and installation requirement and allows for optimization of filed packing density with little shadowing. Modules and motors are easily accessed from the ground, or with a short step ladder, facilitating easy and cost effective cleaning and maintenance. Each system can be remotely operated and controlled to ensure maximum availability and perfect tracking.
Peak power (CSTC)
Tracking accuracy
Size (width x height)
Weight (single system)
MTBF/MTTF (main parts)
DC efficiency
Concentration ratio
Specifications
2.336±5% kWp
0.3°
5.3mX2.1m
650kg
100000 hours
30.5%
625
Utility-ScaleConcentrator
Photovoltaic(CPV)SystemSpecification
Features
• Optimized for low-cost, utility-scale installations
• CPV modules at 30.5% efficiency with triple junction solar cells • Pedestal 2 axis tracking system
• Online monitoring, control and diagnostic access
• Easy O&M from the ground with less than 20 man hour per MW
SuncoreIsYourPartnerinSuccess
• CPV Technology Provider (Utility and Commercial Size Projects) • Financing Options for CPV Projects• EPC Provider
• Project Development • CPV Component Provider
• CPVT- Combined Concentrator Solar Thermal and Electric systems
LTM
Features
• Optimized for low-cost, utility-scale installation
• Light and thin design for easy transportation and installation
• Using triple-junction solar cells with rated efficiencies averaging 39% • Large acceptance angle reduces tracker requirements
• High-volume fully automated manufacturing
LTMSpecifications
Chart 1
The LTM low profile modules are Suncore’s most cost effective and efficient module to date. LTM modules have an efficiency of 30.5% maximizing the ability to convert sunlight to electricity, making it the ideal choice for the sunniest locations around the world. The light and thin design allows for increased packing density and reduced shipping cost. Modules are easily installed by hand, eliminating the need for large installation equipment such as cranes and forklifts.
Solar cell type
Module model
Concentration ratio
Size
Solar cellsper module
Weight(single module)
Triple-junction GaAs solar cell LTM Alpha 625 2564x1704x109mm 1536 145kg Power output attenuation (25years) Acceptance Angle (degrees) Dielectric strength Ice-hail resistance Protection grade 15% 0.8 3000VDC
Comply with IEC standards , 25mm ice ball at 22m/s IP67
Chart 2
CSOC
DNI=900W/m2
AM=1.5D Tam=20oC Wind speed 2m/s 0.965±5% kWp 766.40V 1.8A 705.6V 1.52A -20oC~+50oC
Test condition Peak power Voc (nominal) Isc (nominal) Ump (nominal) Imp (nominal)
Rated operating temperature
CSTC
DNI=1000W/m2
AM=1.5D Tc=25oC Wind speed 0 1.168±5% kWp 811.20V 1.78A 746.4V 1.48A -0.165%/oC Power TC
Dishes
Total aperture area
Tracking technology
Azimuth range
Elevation range
Tracking control
Peak electrical power (DC)
Operating voltage
Peak thermal power
Fluid
Maximum supply temperature
Nominal flow
Operating wind speed
Permissible wind speed
Weight
Height in stowed position
Height in operation
EA
m2
2-axis
deg
deg
Sensor-less closed loop
kWp
VDC
kWp
Water or coolant
deg C l/min km/h km/h kg m m
Currently undergoing full certification
Mounting ready
1 12 0-360 5-95 2.5 (*) 180-200 5.5 (*) 90 14-16 40 160 500 3.80 3.67
Z10Specifications
Data Units Z10
Notes: (*) Tested at 1kW/m2 irradiance.
General Electricity Thermal Physical Dimensions Compliance Inverter
Howitworks
Z10 features one 12m2 collector, mounted on a dual axis tracker that concentrates incoming sunlight onto a high efficiency multi junction solar cell receiver. The solar cells are coupled to a heat exchanger that converts concentrated solar flux into electrical power (A) and thermal power (B)
(A) 2.5kW DC electrical power from the PV cells
(B) 5.5kW thermal energy is pumped through a closed loop system to the various users for applications such as:
• Hotels, Hospitals and resorts • Municipalties and district heating
• Correctional facilities, Military installations, Dormitories, Gated Communities • Industrial process heat: ideal for textile, food and pharmaceutical industry
• Thermal energy can be used for cooling in addition to desalination and brackish water purification
Benefits
• Quick payback on investment, typically less than 5 years • Minimal balance of system cost required
• CPVT Combined thermal and electrical solar power • Designed for commercial and industrial applications • Cell receiver designed for easy upgrade
• Designed for 20+ years opperational life
• 2-axis high precision tracking mechanism with zero backlash, using performance feedback-driven,
continuous tracking optimization for maximum effectiveness
CPVT:
Z10 COMBINED HEAT & POWER
Features
• Average of 39% cell efficiency under concentrated illumination.
• High-speed automated assembly with low labor content, custom receiver designs and
OEM services are available.
• Two standard form factors including 5mm x 5mm and 10mm x 10mm. Custom sizes
available upon request.
• Exceptional thermal performance using high-quality Direct-Bond-Copper(DBC) substrates. • Low thermal resistance, low electrical resistance.
• Annual capacity of more than 300 MW per year.
Type
Suncore’s CPV receivers take the world-class efficiency of CTJ solar cells and combine it with state-of-the-art automated packaging technology to create the most efficient and reliable CPV receiver for CPV systems. For many years, Suncore has utilized advanced, high-speed test and manufacturing equipment, to produce high-quality receivers to meet the rigorous demands of CPV applications. Suncore has been providing CPV receivers to some of the world’s leading CPV system manufacturers. Suncore is dedicated to producing reliable and cost effective components.
SOLAR RECEIVERS FOR
CPV SYSTEM
5 mm
5.5mm x 5.5mm
Typical efficiencyCell active area Substrate Bypass diode Operating temperature
Max temperature Open circuit voltage Short circuit current
39.5%, 25°C, AM1.5 0.303cm2
Direct-bond-copper, Al2O3 substrate with Au / Ni surface plating
(copper thickness 0.3mm , Al2O3 thickness 0.38mm)
10A (Schottky) -40°C to 100°C
150 °C 3.20V
4.5A
10 mm
10mm x 10mm
Typical efficiencyCell active area Substrate Bypass diode Operating temperature
Max temperature Open circuit voltage Short circuit current
38.5%, 25°C, AM1.5 1.012cm2
Direct-bond-copper, AlN substrate with Au / Ni surface plating (copper thickness 0.3mm , AlN thickness 0.63mm)
15A (Schottky) -40°C to 100°C
150 °C 3.20V 14.5A
