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DC Electrical Characteristics

  • STC Power Rating 400W
  • PTC Power Rating 369.9W 1
  • STC Power per unit of area 16.8W/ft2 (181.1W/m2)
  • Peak Efficiency 18.11%
  • Power Tolerances 0%/+1%
  • Number of Cells 144
  • Nominal Voltage not applicable
  • Imp 10.34A
  • Vmp 38.7V
  • Isc 10.9A
  • Voc 47.2V
  • NOCT 42°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 Polycrystalline Silicon
  • Output Terminal Type Canadian Solar T4
  • Output Cable Wire Gauge 12 AWG
  • Output Cable Wire Type PV Wire
  • Output Cable Wire Length 13.8in (350mm)
  • Frame Color Clear
  • Backsheet Color White
  • Length 83in (2,108mm)
  • Width 41.3in (1,048mm)
  • Depth 1.6in (40mm)
  • Weight 54.9lb (24.9kg)
  • Installation Method Rack-Mounted

Warranty and Certifications

  • 80% Power Output Warranty Period 25yrs
  • 90% Power Output Warranty Period 10yrs
  • Workmanship Warranty Period 10yrs
  • UL Fire Classification Type 1
  • Compliances UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730, TUV
  • CSI Listed Yes

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