Design a PV System with the NBSolar TPB156-156-72-P 280 (280W)

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DC Electrical Characteristics

  • STC Power Rating 280W
  • PTC Power Rating 248.25W 1
  • STC Power per unit of area 13.4W/ft2 (144.2W/m2)
  • Peak Efficiency 16.2%
  • Power Tolerances -5%/+5%
  • Number of Cells 72
  • Nominal Voltage not applicable
  • Imp 8A
  • Vmp 35V
  • Isc 8.43A
  • Voc 44V
  • NOCT 47°C
  • Temp. Coefficient of Power -0.5%/K
  • Temp. Coefficient of Voltage -0.154V/K
  • Series Fuse Rating 15A
  • Maximum System Voltage 600V

Mechanical Characteristics

  • Type Polycrystalline Silicon
  • Output Terminal Type Multicontact Connector Type 4
  • Frame Color Clear
  • Length 1,958mm (77.1in)
  • Width 992mm (39.1in)
  • Depth 46mm (1.8in)
  • Weight 27kg (59.5lb)

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 47°C as the NOCT (Nominal Cell Operating Temperature)

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