Side by side on wattage, efficiency, temperature performance and warranty. Winners are highlighted per row.
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Canadian Solar
Canadian Solar CS6W-545MS (545W)
79
SCORE
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Trina Solar
Trina Solar TSM-550DE19 (550W)
78
SCORE
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| DC Electrical Characteristics | ||
| STC Power Rating | 545W545550 | 550W545550 |
| PTC Power Rating | 517.11W517.11518.16 | 518.16W517.11518.16 |
| STC Power per unit of area | 19.7W/ft (212.6W/m) | 19.6W/ft (210.5W/m) |
| Peak Efficiency | 0.21260.21050.2126 | 0.21050.21050.2126 |
| Power Tolerances | 0%/+10% | 0%/+5% |
| Number of Cells | 144110144 | 110110144 |
| Imp | 13.14A13.1417.4 | 17.4A13.1417.4 |
| Vmp | 41.5V31.641.5 | 31.6V31.641.5 |
| Isc | 13.95A13.9518.52 | 18.52A13.9518.52 |
| Voc | 49.4V37.949.4 | 37.9V37.949.4 |
| NOCT | 41°C4143 | 43°C4143 |
| Temp. Coefficient of Power | -0.34%/K | -0.34%/K |
| Temp. Coefficient of Voltage | -0.128V/K | -0.095V/K |
| Series Fuse Rating | 25A2530 | 30A2530 |
| 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 | White | White |
| Length | 89in (2,261mm) | 93.9in (2,384mm) |
| Width | 44.6in (1,134mm) | 43.1in (1,096mm) |
| Depth | 1.4in (35mm) | 1.4in (35mm) |
| Weight | 61.3lb (27.8kg) | 63.1lb (28.6kg) |
| Installation Method | Rack-Mounted | Rack-Mounted |
| Warranty and Certifications | ||
| 80% Power Output Warranty Period | 25yrs | 25yrs |
| 90% Power Output Warranty Period | 10yrs | 10yrs |
| Workmanship Warranty Period | 12yrs | 12yrs |
| UL Fire Classification | Type 1 | data not available |
| Compliances | UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730, CEC | UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730, CUL |
| CSI Listed | ✗ | ✗ |