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Canadian Solar CS3Y-480MB-AG (480W)

Commercial · 480W
80
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 88
Temperature & Climate Resilience 80
Certifications 58
Build & Install 38

DC Electrical Characteristics

STC Power Rating
480W
PTC Power Rating
data not available
STC Power per unit of area
18.8W/ft (202.7W/m)
Peak Efficiency
0.2027
Power Tolerances
-5%/+5%
Number of Cells
156
Imp
10.87A
Vmp
44.2V
Isc
11.57A
Voc
52.9V
NOCT
data not available
Temp. Coefficient of Power
-0.34%/K
Temp. Coefficient of Voltage
-0.136V/K
Series Fuse Rating
25A
Maximum System Voltage
1500V

Mechanical Characteristics

Type
Monocrystalline Silicon
Output Terminal Type
Multicontact Connector Type 4
Frame Color
Black
Backsheet Color
data not available
Length
89in (2,260mm)
Width
41.3in (1,048mm)
Depth
1.3in (32mm)
Weight
65.9lb (29.9kg)
Installation Method
Rack-Mounted

Warranty and Certifications

80% Power Output Warranty Period
data not available
90% Power Output Warranty Period
data not available
Workmanship Warranty Period
data not available
UL Fire Classification
Type 29
Compliances
UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730
CSI Listed
No