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Canadian Solar CS6P-255P (255W)

Residential · 255W
63
SCORE /100
30 specs
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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
Efficiency & Real-World Performance 60
Temperature & Climate Resilience 54
Power Output 50
Build & Install 50
Warranty & Durability 43

DC Electrical Characteristics

STC Power Rating
255W
PTC Power Rating
234.3W
STC Power per unit of area
14.7W/ft (158.5W/m)
Peak Efficiency
0.1585
Power Tolerances
0%/+2%
Number of Cells
60
Imp
8.43A
Vmp
30.2V
Isc
9A
Voc
37.4V
NOCT
45°C
Temp. Coefficient of Power
-0.43%/K
Temp. Coefficient of Voltage
-0.127V/K
Series Fuse Rating
15A
Maximum System Voltage
1000V

Mechanical Characteristics

Type
Polycrystalline Silicon
Output Terminal Type
Multicontact Connector Type 4
Frame Color
Clear
Backsheet Color
White
Length
64.5in (1,638mm)
Width
38.7in (982mm)
Depth
1.6in (40mm)
Weight
39.7lb (18kg)
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
data not available
Compliances
UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730, CEC, TUV
CSI Listed
Yes