Down Under is getting a lighter touch in the solar game, thanks to Aiko’s latest offering. This Chinese solar powerhouse has just unleashed its ultra-svelte ‘Air Series’ module in Australia, tipping the scales at a featherlight 8.8kg. Wave goodbye to the hefty glass panels of yore—Aiko’s gone for a high chemical plastic that keeps things light without skimping on the juice. This 450W wonder might shave off a bit of output, around 10V less than its glass counterpart, but it’s still a heavyweight in performance.

With dimensions of 1758mm x 1137mm and a slender 25mm frame, this module’s got style and substance. And here’s a twist: unlike the frameless lightweights from competitors like Sunman, Aiko’s added a frame to up the ante on reliability. No more fretting about weather-worn junction boxes hanging out in front.

But here’s the kicker: while this module’s a standout in the performance department, its product warranty is a bit on the lean side at 12 years. Still, it keeps pace with the industry norm with a 25-year performance warranty. In the solar stakes, Aiko’s playing it cool and light.