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DC Electrical Characteristics

  • STC Power Rating 170W
  • PTC Power Rating 156.4W 1
  • STC Power per unit of area 12.4W/ft2 (133.2W/m2)
  • Peak Efficiency 13.32%
  • Power Tolerances -3%/+3%
  • Number of Cells 72
  • Nominal Voltage not applicable
  • Imp 4.66A
  • Vmp 36.48V
  • Isc 5.03A
  • Voc 43.86V
  • NOCT 45°C
  • Temp. Coefficient of Power -0.37%/K
  • Temp. Coefficient of Voltage -0.149V/K
  • Series Fuse Rating 7A
  • Maximum System Voltage 1000V

Mechanical Characteristics

  • Type Monocrystalline Silicon
  • Output Terminal Type Multicontact Connector Type 4
  • Output Cable Wire Type PV Wire
  • Frame Color Clear
  • Length 1,580mm (62.2in)
  • Width 808mm (31.8in)
  • Depth 35mm (1.4in)
  • Weight 16.5kg (36.4lb)

Warranty and Certifications

  • 80% Power Output Warranty Period 25yrs
  • 90% Power Output Warranty Period 10yrs
  • Workmanship Warranty Period 5yrs
  • CSI Listed No
  • 1. PTC rating calculated using 45°C as the NOCT (Nominal Cell Operating Temperature)

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