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DC Electrical Characteristics

  • STC Power Rating 481W
  • PTC Power Rating 455.69W 1
  • STC Power per unit of area 22.4W/ft2 (241.0W/m2)
  • Peak Efficiency 24.1%
  • Power Tolerances 0%/+1%
  • Number of Cells 144
  • Nominal Voltage not applicable
  • Imp 12.16A
  • Vmp 39.6V
  • Isc 12.81A
  • Voc 47.4V
  • NOCT 41°C
  • Temp. Coefficient of Isc 0.05%/K
  • Temp. Coefficient of Power -0.37%/K
  • Temp. Coefficient of Voltage -0.137V/K
  • Series Fuse Rating 20A
  • Maximum System Voltage 1000V

Mechanical Characteristics

  • Type Monocrystalline Silicon
  • Output Terminal Type Canadian Solar T4
  • Output Cable Wire Gauge 12 AWG
  • Output Cable Wire Type PV Wire
  • Output Cable Wire Length 49.2in (1,250mm)
  • Frame Color data not available
  • Backsheet Color White
  • Length 79.2in (2,012mm)
  • Width 39.1in (992mm)
  • Depth 0.2in (6mm)
  • Weight 64.6lb (29.3kg)
  • Installation Method Rack-Mounted

Warranty and Certifications

  • 80% Power Output Warranty Period 30yrs
  • 90% Power Output Warranty Period 12yrs
  • Workmanship Warranty Period 10yrs
  • UL Fire Classification Type 3
  • Compliances UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730
  • CSI Listed No
  • 1. PTC rating calculated using 41°C as the NOCT (Nominal Cell Operating Temperature)

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