Yingfa Group

What Yingfa Group does

Yingfa Group is a privately-held Chinese industrial group whose photovoltaic division, Sichuan Yingfa Ruineng Technology Co., Ltd., is one of the world's largest dedicated manufacturers of high-efficiency crystalline-silicon solar cells. The group originated in 1987 in Tianchang, Anhui Province as an electronics business and entered solar cell manufacturing in 2016; in 2025 it reorganized its photovoltaic entity and relocated headquarters to Yibin, Sichuan. It operates four manufacturing bases (Yibin HQ, Tianchang, Mianyang in China, and Bintan in Indonesia) with annual nameplate capacity of 45.5 GW of N-type TOPCon cells, 6 GW of N-type xBC cells, and 14 GW of upstream monocrystalline silicon rods. According to InfoLink Consulting's 2025 rankings, Yingfa is the world's second-largest specialized manufacturer of N-type TOPCon battery cells.

The company's product platform centers on N-type TOPCon cells at 27.3% mass-production efficiency and N-type xBC (back-contact) cells at 28% efficiency, offered in 183 mm, 210 mm, and 210R formats with 16/18 busbar configurations. A secondary Electronics division supplies PV inverters (grid-tied and off-grid), AC and DC EV chargers, integrated solar-storage-charging solutions, and PCBA contract manufacturing. Customers are tier-1 photovoltaic module manufacturers globally, with named accounts including Jinko, Trina Solar, and Longjin, and sales reach across more than 20 countries supported by a Houston warehouse and dedicated international sales teams. Revenue is generated via B2B hardware sales priced by negotiated enterprise contracts.

The business model is asset-intensive capital-equipment manufacturing with vertically integrated silicon rod production, multi-base geographic diversification (mitigating tariff and supply-chain concentration risk), and ESG positioning (EcoVadis Gold, MSCI BB, CDP B, D&B 5A1, France carbon footprint certification, TUV SUD certification). The company was recognized as a National Specialized, Refined, Featured and Innovative "Little Giant" enterprise in China and was ranked #32 in the UP2026 China Energy Unicorn Enterprises list in 2026.

Name

Yingfa Group

Legal name

四川英发睿能科技股份有限公司

Website

https://yingfa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Yingfa Group is a Chinese private manufacturer of high-efficiency N-type TOPCon and xBC crystalline-silicon solar cells, supplying tier-1 photovoltaic module makers such as Jinko, Trina Solar, and Longjin from four global production bases totaling 51.5 GW of annual capacity.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Photovoltaic Cells

NAICS

Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing (334413), Capacitor, Resistor, Coil, Transformer, and Other Inductor Manufacturing (334416)

SIC

Semiconductors & Related Devices (3674), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar PV Module Manufacturing (Cells, Modules, Thin-Film) (EUAMABAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Solar Plant Components Supply & Manufacturing (Modules, Cells, Wafers, Mirrors, Heliostats) (EUACAGAK), Solar Inverters, Power Optimizers & MLPE Manufacturing (EUAMAHAB), Renewable Power Electronics & Advanced Inverters R&D (SiC/GaN, Grid-Forming, HVDC Converter Tech) (EUAMAOAF)

Keywords

• Photovoltaic cell manufacturing
• N-type TOPCon solar cells
• BC back contact cells
• PV inverters and EV chargers
• Crystalline silicon solar cells

Headquarters

HQ city

Tianchang

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Photovoltaic Battery Cell Manufacturing: Primary revenue stream from manufacturing and sales of solar cells including P-type and N-type TOPCon and BC battery cells to major solar module manufacturers globally.
2. Electronics Division: Secondary revenue from PV inverters, residential and commercial energy storage systems, EV charging stations, and PCBA processing services.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Yingfa Group manufactures and sells high-efficiency crystalline silicon photovoltaic (solar) battery cells, specializing in N-type TOPCon and N-type xBC (back contact) technologies with mass production efficiencies of 27.3% and 28% respectively. The company's electronics division additionally produces PV inverters (hybrid grid-tied and off-grid), AC and DC EV charging stations, integrated solar-storage-charging systems, and PCBA contract manufacturing services. Customers are primarily tier-1 photovoltaic module manufacturers and distributed energy system integrators globally.

Product overview

Yingfa Group operates as a global leading professional photovoltaic (PV) cell manufacturer specializing in high-efficiency crystalline silicon solar cells. The product portfolio centers on N-type TOPCon and BC (back contact) battery technologies with annual production capacity of 51.5GW across four manufacturing bases. The company offers solar cells in various sizes (183mm, 210mm, 210R) with different busbar configurations, alongside electronic products including inverters (grid-tied and off-grid), EV charging stations (AC and DC), integrated solar-storage-charging solutions, and PCBA contract manufacturing services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BC Series (BC系列) N-type xBC Solar Cells N-type xBC (back contact) solar cells with front-zero grid design delivering ultra-high conversion efficiency up to 28% and premium aesthetic appearance. Designed for high-value distributed photovoltaic and BIPV (building-integrated PV) markets; sold to solar module manufacturers globally.
• 183 N-type 16BB TOPCon Solar Cell G183 size N-type TOPCon solar cell with 16 busbars, delivering high conversion efficiency for mainstream solar applications. Sold B2B to photovoltaic module manufacturers.
• 210R N-type 16BB TOPCon Solar Cell G210R size N-type TOPCon solar cell with 16 busbars, optimized for high-efficiency photovoltaic power generation. Sold B2B to module manufacturers.
• 210R N-type 16BB TOPCon Half-Cell G210R size N-type TOPCon solar cell with 16 busbars in half-cell configuration, designed for reduced power loss in module assembly. Sold B2B to module manufacturers.
• 210R N-type 18BB TOPCon Rotating Cell G210R size N-type TOPCon solar cell with 18 busbars in rotating design for enhanced performance. Sold B2B to module manufacturers.
• 210 N-type 18BB TOPCon Solar Cell G210 size N-type TOPCon solar cell with 18 busbars designed for large-scale ground-mounted and commercial distributed PV systems. Sold B2B to module manufacturers.
• Hybrid Grid-Tied PV Inverter (5-12kW) Hybrid grid-tied PV inverter with 5-12kW capacity, 97.6% conversion efficiency, time-of-use charging/discharging, IP65 protection, dual CE+TUV certification. Sold to distributed energy system integrators and installers for residential and commercial solar-plus-storage applications.
• Off-Grid PV Inverter (1-10.2kW) Off-grid PV inverter with 1-10.2kW capacity, intelligent BMS dual communication, 99.9% MPPT tracking efficiency, and flexible power supply modes. Sold to off-grid and backup power system integrators.
• DC EV Fast Charger (20kW-480kW) DC fast EV charger with 20kW to 480kW power range, >96% efficiency, scheduled charging, and expandable configuration. Sold to commercial EV charging network operators and integrators.
• AC 7kW Portable EV Charger AC portable EV charger with 7kW capacity designed for convenient home and public charging applications. Sold through distributors and EV charging solution providers.
• AC 3.5kW Portable EV Charger AC portable EV charger with 3.5kW capacity supporting various EV models with high charging efficiency and safety protection. Sold through distributors and EV charging solution providers.
• Solar-Storage-Charging Integrated System Solution Integrated solar-storage-charging system solution for residential and commercial/industrial applications combining PV generation, energy storage, and EV charging. Sold to distributed energy system integrators and project developers.
• PCBA Contract Manufacturing Services OEM/ODM PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) manufacturing services for office electronics, consumer electronics, automotive electronics, medical devices, industrial power supplies, PV inverters, and EV chargers. B2B contract manufacturing service.

Quantifiable outcome

• 27.3% TOPCon battery mass production efficiency
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GSSA (Global Green Solar Alliance)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of the Global Green Solar Alliance, a strategic partnership focused on promoting green solar energy adoption globally and sustainable development in the photovoltaic industry.
• UN Global Compact (UNGC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSignatory member of the UN Global Compact, committing to sustainable and responsible business practices aligned with UN principles.
• Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSignatory to the Women's Empowerment Principles, demonstrating commitment to gender equality and women's empowerment in the workplace.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves17 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Tongwei Co., Ltd. Tongwei is China's largest dedicated solar cell manufacturer and the global #1 in cell shipments. It operates comparable TOPCon capacity at much greater scale and shares Yingfa's positioning as a pure-play cell specialist serving tier-1 module makers.
• Aiko Solar: Aiko Solar is the global pioneer of N-type ABC (All Back Contact) cell technology and a direct competitor to Yingfa's xBC line, serving premium distributed PV and high-efficiency module markets with similar N-type cell architectures.

Broad incumbents

• JinkoSolar: JinkoSolar is the world's largest module manufacturer and a key Yingfa customer, but also operates its own cell production capacity. As a vertically integrated incumbent, it represents both Yingfa's largest customer and its most significant competitive threat.
• Trina Solar: Trina Solar is a top-3 global module maker that sources cells from Yingfa while also expanding in-house TOPCon capacity. Its dual role as customer and emerging in-house cell producer mirrors the broader vertical-integration trend Yingfa must navigate.
• LONGi Green Energy: LONGi is the global leader in monocrystalline silicon wafers and a vertically integrated module producer with substantial in-house cell capacity. It competes with Yingfa both upstream (silicon) and downstream (modules) and historically pioneered BC cell technology.
• JA Solar Technology: JA Solar is a top-5 global module manufacturer with significant in-house cell production, primarily focused on TOPCon. It represents Yingfa's customer set and competitive set simultaneously as vertical integration accelerates across the value chain.
• Canadian Solar: Canadian Solar is a major module manufacturer with global ex-China manufacturing footprint and cell production capabilities. Its international manufacturing presence makes it both a peer in cell technology and a competitor for ex-China module capacity.
• First Solar: First Solar is the largest US-headquartered thin-film (CdTe) module maker and a competitor for utility-scale solar demand. While not a crystalline silicon peer, it competes for the same end-market projects and benefits from US trade barriers that pressure Chinese cell makers like Yingfa.

Emerging players

• REC Group: REC is an international solar manufacturer specializing in HJT (heterojunction) cell technology, headquartered in Norway with manufacturing in Singapore and India. It represents an alternative next-gen architecture competing with TOPCon for premium efficiency positioning.
• Maxeon Solar Technologies: Maxeon is an IBC (interdigitated back contact) cell technology specialist spun off from SunPower, focused on premium residential and commercial markets. Its back-contact architecture is technologically adjacent to Yingfa's xBC roadmap.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors6 records

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M&A

Investments

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