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Canadian Solar CS5A-180M (180W)

Residential · 180W
67
SCORE /100
31 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

Certifications 90
Build & Install 90
Temperature & Climate Resilience 50
Efficiency & Real-World Performance 48
Warranty & Durability 39
Power Output 38

DC Electrical Characteristics

STC Power Rating
180W
PTC Power Rating
164W
STC Power per unit of area
13.1W/ft (141.0W/m)
Peak Efficiency
0.141
Power Tolerances
0%/+3%
Number of Cells
72
Nominal Voltage
24V
Imp
4.99A
Vmp
36.1V
Isc
5.4A
Voc
44.5V
NOCT
45°C
Temp. Coefficient of Power
-0.45%/K
Temp. Coefficient of Voltage
-0.156V/K
Series Fuse Rating
10A
Maximum System Voltage
600V

Mechanical Characteristics

Type
Monocrystalline Silicon
Output Terminal Type
Multicontact Connector Type 4
Frame Color
White
Backsheet Color
data not available
Length
62.2in (1,580mm)
Width
31.8in (808mm)
Depth
1.6in (40mm)
Weight
34.2lb (15.5kg)
Installation Method
Rack-Mounted

Warranty and Certifications

80% Power Output Warranty Period
25yrs
90% Power Output Warranty Period
10yrs
Workmanship Warranty Period
6yrs
UL Fire Classification
data not available
Compliances
UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730, CEC
CSI Listed
Yes