JA Solar Multi-Si Solar Cells Reach Record Efficiency Levels

SHANGHAI, China, Aug. 1, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JA Solar Holdings Co., Ltd. JASO ("JA Solar" or the "Company"), one of the world's largest manufacturers of high-performance solar power products, today announced that its multi-crystalline silicon ("multi-Si") solar cells have reached an industry-leading conversion efficiency of 18.3%.

The new level of conversion efficiency, which has been independently certified by the Yangzhou Opto-Electrical Products Testing Institute, eclipses that of all previously certified industrial size (156x156 mm²) multi-Si solar cells. The breakthrough follows JA Solar's recent progress in high-crystal quality, low dislocation density multi-Si casting and wafering. JA Solar's R&D and production teams plan to integrate the new technology into existing manufacturing lines for assembly into modules for commercial use.

"This latest advance is a real testament to the exceptional R&D work going on at JA Solar, and another key step in our efforts to meet the growing demand for high-performance solar power products," said Mr. Yong Liu, CTO of JA Solar. "The superior conversion efficiency we've achieved with our multi-Si cells and the rest of our product offering creates significant value for customers as it increases power generated per square foot and lowers installation cost per watt."

"These record-breaking results are a testament to the continued leadership of our R&D team," added by Dr. Wei Shan, chief scientist and general R&D manager of JA Solar. "We look forward to leveraging our improved multi-Si technology to meet the needs of our customers and project partners."  

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About JA Solar Holdings Co., Ltd.

JA Solar Holdings Co., Ltd. is a leading manufacturer of high-performance solar power products that convert sunlight into electricity for residential, commercial, and utility-scale power generation. The Company is one of the world's largest producers of solar power products. Its standard and high-efficiency product offerings are among the most powerful and cost-effective in the industry. The Company distributes products under its own brand and also produces on behalf of its clients. The Company shipped 1.7 GW of solar power products in 2012. JA Solar is headquartered in Shanghai, China, and maintains production facilities in Shanghai, as well as Hebei, Jiangsu and Anhui provinces. For more information, please visit www.jasolar.com.