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Canadian Solar CS3W-455MS (455W)

Residential · 455W
78
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
Efficiency & Real-World Performance 93
Temperature & Climate Resilience 85
Certifications 65
Warranty & Durability 43
Build & Install 40

DC Electrical Characteristics

STC Power Rating
455W
PTC Power Rating
429.19W
STC Power per unit of area
19.1W/ft (206.0W/m)
Peak Efficiency
0.206
Power Tolerances
0%/+1%
Number of Cells
144
Imp
11.02A
Vmp
41.3V
Isc
11.66A
Voc
49.3V
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