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Comparing 2 Solar Panels

Side by side on wattage, efficiency, temperature performance and warranty. Winners are highlighted per row.

Bluesun Solar
Bluesun Solar BSM550M10-72HBD (550W)
81
SCORE
Canadian Solar
Canadian Solar CS6W-545MS (545W)
79
SCORE
DC Electrical Characteristics
STC Power Rating 550W545550545W545550
PTC Power Rating data not available517.11W
STC Power per unit of area 19.7W/ft (212.3W/m)19.7W/ft (212.6W/m)
Peak Efficiency 0.21230.21230.21260.21260.21230.2126
Power Tolerances data not available0%/+10%
Number of Cells 144144
Imp 13.11A13.1113.1413.14A13.1113.14
Vmp 41.96V41.541.9641.5V41.541.96
Isc 14A13.951413.95A13.9514
Voc 49.92V49.449.9249.4V49.449.92
NOCT data not available41°C
Temp. Coefficient of Power -0.35%/K-0.34%/K
Temp. Coefficient of Voltage -0.13V/K-0.128V/K
Series Fuse Rating 30A253025A2530
Maximum System Voltage 1500V1500V
Mechanical Characteristics
Type MonoMono
Output Terminal Type Multicontact Connector Type 4Multicontact Connector Type 4
Frame Color ClearClear
Backsheet Color data not availableWhite
Length 90in (2,285mm)89in (2,261mm)
Width 44.6in (1,134mm)44.6in (1,134mm)
Depth 1.4in (35mm)1.4in (35mm)
Weight 71lb (32.2kg)61.3lb (27.8kg)
Installation Method Rack-MountedRack-Mounted
Warranty and Certifications
80% Power Output Warranty Period data not available25yrs
90% Power Output Warranty Period data not available10yrs
Workmanship Warranty Period data not available12yrs
UL Fire Classification data not availableType 1
Compliances UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730, CEC
CSI Listed