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Canadian Solar CS1U-420MS 1500 (420W)

Residential · 420W
83
SCORE /100
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⭐ General / Balanced📐 Max Efficiency (Tight Roof)🛡️ Durability & Warranty🌡️ Hot-Climate Buyer⚡ High-Output / Commercial-Scale🪶 Easy-Install / Older Roof

Score Breakdown

Certifications 97
Power Output 93
Efficiency & Real-World Performance 88
Temperature & Climate Resilience 80
Build & Install 47
Warranty & Durability 43

DC Electrical Characteristics

STC Power Rating
420W
PTC Power Rating
392.5W
STC Power per unit of area
18.9W/ft (203.7W/m)
Peak Efficiency
0.2037
Power Tolerances
0%/+1%
Number of Cells
162
Imp
9.37A
Vmp
44.9V
Isc
9.8A
Voc
53.8V
NOCT
42°C
Temp. Coefficient of Power
-0.37%/K
Temp. Coefficient of Voltage
-0.156V/K
Series Fuse Rating
20A
Maximum System Voltage
1500V

Mechanical Characteristics

Type
Mono PERC
Output Terminal Type
Canadian Solar T4
Frame Color
Clear
Backsheet Color
White
Length
81.8in (2,078mm)
Width
39.1in (992mm)
Depth
1.4in (35mm)
Weight
51.6lb (23.4kg)
Installation Method
Rack-Mounted

Warranty and Certifications

80% Power Output Warranty Period
25yrs
90% Power Output Warranty Period
10yrs
Workmanship Warranty Period
10yrs
UL Fire Classification
Type 1
Compliances
UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730, CEC, TUV
CSI Listed
Yes