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Canadian Solar CS3W-450MS (450W)

Residential · 450W
88
SCORE /100
30 specs
Score this as…
⭐ General / Balanced📐 Max Efficiency (Tight Roof)🛡️ Durability & Warranty🌡️ Hot-Climate Buyer⚡ High-Output / Commercial-Scale🪶 Easy-Install / Older Roof

Score Breakdown

Power Output 97
Build & Install 93
Efficiency & Real-World Performance 92
Temperature & Climate Resilience 85
Certifications 65
Warranty & Durability 43

DC Electrical Characteristics

STC Power Rating
450W
PTC Power Rating
424.36W
STC Power per unit of area
18.9W/ft (203.7W/m)
Peak Efficiency
0.2037
Power Tolerances
0%/+1%
Number of Cells
144
Imp
10.96A
Vmp
41.1V
Isc
11.6A
Voc
49.1V
NOCT
42°C
Temp. Coefficient of Power
-0.35%/K
Temp. Coefficient of Voltage
-0.133V/K
Series Fuse Rating
20A
Maximum System Voltage
1000V

Mechanical Characteristics

Type
Monocrystalline Silicon
Output Terminal Type
Canadian Solar T4
Frame Color
Clear
Backsheet Color
White
Length
83in (2,108mm)
Width
41.3in (1,048mm)
Depth
1.6in (40mm)
Weight
54.9lb (24.9kg)
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, TUV
CSI Listed
No