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DC Electrical Characteristics

  • STC Power Rating 180W
  • PTC Power Rating 164W 1
  • STC Power per unit of area 13.1W/ft2 (141.0W/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 45°C
  • Temp. Coefficient of Isc 0.06%/K
  • 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 Monocrystalline Silicon
  • Output Terminal Type Multicontact Connector Type 4
  • Output Cable Wire Type PV Wire
  • Output Cable Wire Length 37.4in (950mm)
  • Frame Color White
  • Backsheet Color data not available
  • Length 62.2in (1,580mm)
  • Width 31.8in (808mm)
  • Depth 1.6in (40mm)
  • Weight 34.2lb (15.5kg)
  • Installation Method Rack-Mounted

Warranty and Certifications

  • 80% Power Output Warranty Period 25yrs
  • 90% Power Output Warranty Period 10yrs
  • Workmanship Warranty Period 6yrs
  • UL Fire Classification data not available
  • Compliances UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730, CEC
  • CSI Listed Yes

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