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DC Electrical Characteristics

  • STC Power Rating 72.5W
  • PTC Power Rating 69.8W 1
  • STC Power per unit of area 9.4W/ft2 (100.7W/m2)
  • Peak Efficiency 10.07%
  • Power Tolerances -5%/+5%
  • Number of Cells 116
  • Nominal Voltage not applicable
  • Imp 1.09A
  • Vmp 66.6V
  • Isc 1.23A
  • Voc 88.7V
  • NOCT 45°C
  • Temp. Coefficient of Isc 0.04%/K
  • Temp. Coefficient of Power -0.25%/K
  • Temp. Coefficient of Voltage -0.222V/K
  • Series Fuse Rating 2A
  • Maximum System Voltage 600V

Mechanical Characteristics

  • Type Cadmium Telluride
  • Output Terminal Type Multicontact Connector Type 3
  • Output Cable Wire Gauge 12 AWG
  • Output Cable Wire Type PV Wire
  • Output Cable Wire Length 24in (610mm)
  • Frame Color Black
  • Backsheet Color Black
  • Length 47.2in (1,200mm)
  • Width 23.6in (600mm)
  • Depth 0.3in (7mm)
  • Weight 26.5lb (12kg)
  • Installation Method Rack-Mounted

Warranty and Certifications

  • 80% Power Output Warranty Period 25yrs
  • 90% Power Output Warranty Period 10yrs
  • Workmanship Warranty Period 5yrs
  • UL Fire Classification data not available
  • Compliances UL 1703, IEC 61646, IEC 61730
  • CSI Listed Yes

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