Side by side on wattage, efficiency, temperature performance and warranty. Winners are highlighted per row.
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JA Solar
JA Solar JAM72S30-540/MR (540W)
77
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Trina Solar
Trina Solar TSM-505DE18M(II) (505W)
79
SCORE
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| DC Electrical Characteristics | ||
| STC Power Rating | 540W505540 | 505W505540 |
| PTC Power Rating | 504.1W477.63504.1 | 477.63W477.63504.1 |
| STC Power per unit of area | 19.4W/ft (208.9W/m) | 19.7W/ft (212.5W/m) |
| Peak Efficiency | 0.20890.20890.2125 | 0.21250.20890.2125 |
| Power Tolerances | 0%/+5% | 0%/+5% |
| Number of Cells | 144144150 | 150144150 |
| Imp | 12.97A11.7512.97 | 11.75A11.7512.97 |
| Vmp | 41.64V41.6443 | 43V41.6443 |
| Isc | 13.86A12.3513.86 | 12.35A12.3513.86 |
| Voc | 49.6V49.651.9 | 51.9V49.651.9 |
| NOCT | 45°C4145 | 41°C4145 |
| Temp. Coefficient of Power | -0.35%/K | -0.36%/K |
| Temp. Coefficient of Voltage | -0.136V/K | -0.135V/K |
| Series Fuse Rating | 25A2025 | 20A2025 |
| 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 | 89.7in (2,279mm) | 85.7in (2,176mm) |
| Width | 44.6in (1,134mm) | 43in (1,092mm) |
| Depth | 1.4in (35mm) | 1.4in (35mm) |
| Weight | 63.1lb (28.6kg) | 58lb (26.3kg) |
| Installation Method | Rack-Mounted | Rack-Mounted |
| Warranty and Certifications | ||
| 80% Power Output Warranty Period | 25yrs | 25yrs |
| 90% Power Output Warranty Period | 12yrs1012 | 10yrs1012 |
| Workmanship Warranty Period | 12yrs1012 | 10yrs1012 |
| UL Fire Classification | Type 1 | data not available |
| Compliances | UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730, CEC, TUV | UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730, CEC, TUV |
| CSI Listed | ✗ | ✗ |