Side by side on wattage, efficiency, temperature performance and warranty. Winners are highlighted per row.
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Silfab
Silfab SIL-490 HN (490W)
76
SCORE
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Trina Solar
Trina Solar TSM-505DE18M(II) (505W)
79
SCORE
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| DC Electrical Characteristics | ||
| STC Power Rating | 490W490505 | 505W490505 |
| PTC Power Rating | 456.48W456.48477.63 | 477.63W456.48477.63 |
| STC Power per unit of area | 19.4W/ft (208.8W/m) | 19.7W/ft (212.5W/m) |
| Peak Efficiency | 0.20880.20880.2125 | 0.21250.20880.2125 |
| Power Tolerances | 0%/+10% | 0%/+5% |
| Number of Cells | 156150156 | 150150156 |
| Imp | 10.83A10.8311.75 | 11.75A10.8311.75 |
| Vmp | 45.23V4345.23 | 43V4345.23 |
| Isc | 11.36A11.3612.35 | 12.35A11.3612.35 |
| Voc | 53.96V51.953.96 | 51.9V51.953.96 |
| NOCT | 45°C4145 | 41°C4145 |
| Temp. Coefficient of Power | -0.36%/K | -0.36%/K |
| Temp. Coefficient of Voltage | -0.151V/K | -0.135V/K |
| Series Fuse Rating | 20A | 20A |
| 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 | 89.1in (2,263mm) | 85.7in (2,176mm) |
| Width | 40.8in (1,037mm) | 43in (1,092mm) |
| Depth | 1.4in (35mm) | 1.4in (35mm) |
| Weight | 56.9lb (25.8kg) | 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 | 25yrs1025 | 10yrs1025 |
| UL Fire Classification | Type 1 | data not available |
| Compliances | UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730 | UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730, CEC, TUV |
| CSI Listed | ✗ | ✗ |