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DC Electrical Characteristics

  • STC Power Rating 180W
  • PTC Power Rating 159.9W 1
  • STC Power per unit of area 13.1W/ft2 (140.9W/m2)
  • Peak Efficiency 14.1%
  • Power Tolerances 0%/+3%
  • Number of Cells 72
  • Nominal Voltage 24V
  • Imp 4.99A
  • Vmp 36.1V
  • Isc 5.4A
  • Voc 44.5V
  • NOCT data not available
  • Temp. Coefficient of Power -0.45%/K
  • Temp. Coefficient of Voltage -0.156V/K
  • Series Fuse Rating 10A
  • Maximum System Voltage 600V

Mechanical Characteristics

  • Type Polycrystalline Silicon
  • Output Terminal Type Multicontact Connector Type 4
  • Frame Color Clear
  • Length 1,595.1mm (62.8in)
  • Width 801mm (31.5in)
  • Depth 40mm (1.6in)
  • Weight 15.5kg (34.2lb)

Warranty and Certifications

  • 80% Power Output Warranty Period 25yrs
  • 90% Power Output Warranty Period data not available
  • Workmanship Warranty Period 6yrs
  • CSI Listed No

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