Side by side on wattage, efficiency, temperature performance and warranty. Winners are highlighted per row.
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Bluesun Solar
Bluesun Solar BSM550M10-72HBD (550W)
81
SCORE
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Trina Solar
Trina Solar TSM-545DE19 (545W)
78
SCORE
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| DC Electrical Characteristics | ||
| STC Power Rating | 550W545550 | 545W545550 |
| PTC Power Rating | data not available | 513.33W |
| STC Power per unit of area | 19.7W/ft (212.3W/m) | 19.4W/ft (208.6W/m) |
| Peak Efficiency | 0.21230.20860.2123 | 0.20860.20860.2123 |
| Power Tolerances | data not available | 0%/+5% |
| Number of Cells | 144110144 | 110110144 |
| Imp | 13.11A13.1117.37 | 17.37A13.1117.37 |
| Vmp | 41.96V31.441.96 | 31.4V31.441.96 |
| Isc | 14A1418.47 | 18.47A1418.47 |
| Voc | 49.92V37.749.92 | 37.7V37.749.92 |
| NOCT | data not available | 43°C |
| Temp. Coefficient of Power | -0.35%/K | -0.34%/K |
| Temp. Coefficient of Voltage | -0.13V/K | -0.094V/K |
| Series Fuse Rating | 30A | 30A |
| Maximum System Voltage | 1500V | 1500V |
| Mechanical Characteristics | ||
| Type | Mono | Mono |
| Output Terminal Type | Multicontact Connector Type 4 | Multicontact Connector Type 4 |
| Frame Color | Clear | Clear |
| Backsheet Color | data not available | White |
| Length | 90in (2,285mm) | 93.9in (2,384mm) |
| Width | 44.6in (1,134mm) | 43.1in (1,096mm) |
| Depth | 1.4in (35mm) | 1.4in (35mm) |
| Weight | 71lb (32.2kg) | 63.1lb (28.6kg) |
| Installation Method | Rack-Mounted | Rack-Mounted |
| Warranty and Certifications | ||
| 80% Power Output Warranty Period | data not available | 25yrs |
| 90% Power Output Warranty Period | data not available | 10yrs |
| Workmanship Warranty Period | data not available | 12yrs |
| UL Fire Classification | data not available | data not available |
| Compliances | UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730 | UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730, CUL |
| CSI Listed | ✗ | ✗ |