SMA · inverter
SMA — cell hotspots
Hotspots are primarily a panel-level issue, but SMA inverter monitoring can help detect hotspot symptoms. Panels with hotspots draw more current from healthy cells, which shows up as string-level production anomalies in your inverter data.
Cell hotspots details
Localised overheating in individual cells caused by micro-cracks, shading, or manufacturing defects. Best detected via thermal imaging.
Brand lifespan
15 years
Warranty
10 years
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Based on conservative solar performance modelling and published degradation data
Updated June 2026 · Structured performance modelling
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