Design a PV System with the BP BP3215B (215W)

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DC Electrical Characteristics

  • STC Power Rating 215W
  • PTC Power Rating 193.6W 1
  • STC Power per unit of area 12.0W/ft2 (129.0W/m2)
  • Peak Efficiency 12.9%
  • Power Tolerances -3%/+5%
  • Number of Cells 60
  • Nominal Voltage 24V
  • Imp 7.4A
  • Vmp 29.1V
  • Isc 8.1A
  • Voc 36.5V
  • NOCT 47°C
  • Temp. Coefficient of Power -0.5%/K
  • Temp. Coefficient of Voltage -0.131V/K
  • Series Fuse Rating 20A
  • Maximum System Voltage 600V

Mechanical Characteristics

  • Type Polycrystalline Silicon
  • Output Terminal Type Multicontact Connector Type 4
  • Frame Color Black
  • Length 1,667mm (65.6in)
  • Width 1,000mm (39.4in)
  • Depth 50mm (2in)
  • Weight 19.4kg (42.8lb)

Warranty and Certifications

  • 80% Power Output Warranty Period 25yrs
  • 90% Power Output Warranty Period data not available
  • Workmanship Warranty Period 5yrs
  • CSI Listed Yes

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