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DC Electrical Characteristics
- STC Power Rating 170W
- PTC Power Rating 150.7W 1
- STC Power per unit of area 12.1W/ft2 (130.7W/m2)
- Peak Efficiency 13.07%
- Power Tolerances 0%/+3%
- Number of Cells 48
- Nominal Voltage not applicable
- Imp 7.33A
- Vmp 23.2V
- Isc 7.85A
- Voc 29.2V
- NOCT data not available
- Temp. Coefficient of Power -0.45%/K
- Temp. Coefficient of Voltage -0.102V/K
- Series Fuse Rating 15A
- Maximum System Voltage 600V
Mechanical Characteristics
- Type Polycrystalline Silicon
- Output Terminal Type Multicontact Connector Type 4
- Frame Color Clear
- Length 1,324.1mm (52.1in)
- Width 982mm (38.7in)
- Depth 39.9mm (1.6in)
- Weight 16kg (35.3lb)
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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