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THE PANELS · AIKO NEOSTAR 3S

More Power from Every Tile of Roof

We fit AIKO Neostar 3S 490W all-black panels as standard — among the most efficient residential panels available. Advanced back-contact cells generate more even in low light and partial shade, and the all-black finish looks discreet on any roof.

AIKO Neostar 3S all-black solar panel close up
Why AIKO

Engineered to Out-generate Ordinary Panels

Class-leading efficiency

23%+ cell efficiency means more electricity from the same roof area.

Better in shade

Back-contact cells keep generating when part of the panel is shaded.

All-black, low profile

A clean, discreet look that sits neatly on any roof.

Built to last

30-year performance and manufacturer warranties support your investment.

The technology · ABC cells

All-Back Contact, Explained

Ordinary panels run their electrical contacts across the front, shading part of each cell. AIKO's ABC design moves them to the back, so more of the cell is exposed to daylight. The result is higher efficiency, better low-light performance and a cleaner all-black look.

490W
per panel output
23%+
cell efficiency
30 yr
performance warranty
All-black
low-profile design
Close-up of all-black AIKO panels installed by Spark

AIKO Neostar 3S Specification

The panel we fit as standard. Your system size is designed around your roof and energy use.

Model AIKO Neostar 3S
Peak output 490 W
Cell technology ABC (All-Back Contact)
Cell efficiency 23%+
Colour / finish All-black, low-profile
Shade tolerance High — per-cell resilience
Performance warranty 30 years
Product warranty 30 years
Certification MCS approved

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Spark fit AIKO panels?

AIKO Neostar 3S panels use All-Back Contact (ABC) cell technology, giving them among the highest efficiencies available for home roofs and excellent low-light and partial-shade performance — so you get more energy from the same roof space.

How efficient are AIKO Neostar 3S panels?

They achieve cell efficiencies above 23%, which is at the leading edge for residential panels, with a 490W output per panel.

Do AIKO panels perform well in shade?

Yes. Their back-contact cell design keeps more of the panel generating when part of it is shaded, which helps on typical UK roofs with chimneys or nearby obstructions.

What warranty do AIKO panels come with?

A 30-year performance warranty and a 30-year manufacturer warranty, on top of Spark's 30-year workmanship guarantee. The first 10 years of Spark's workmanship cover are insurance-backed through HIES; years 11–30 are backed directly by Spark.

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“Our surveyor was excellent — clear on exactly what was included and he followed up every step. The installation team were professional and polite. I'd happily recommend Spark.”

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