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Canadian Solar CS6W-525MS (525W)

Commercial · 525W
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 45
Build & Install 38

DC Electrical Characteristics

STC Power Rating
525W
PTC Power Rating
495.18W
STC Power per unit of area
19.1W/ft (205.2W/m)
Peak Efficiency
0.2052
Power Tolerances
0%/+10%
Number of Cells
144
Imp
13A
Vmp
40.4V
Isc
13.75A
Voc
48.6V
NOCT
42°C
Temp. Coefficient of Power
-0.35%/K
Temp. Coefficient of Voltage
-0.131V/K
Series Fuse Rating
25A
Maximum System Voltage
1500V

Mechanical Characteristics

Type
Monocrystalline Silicon
Output Terminal Type
Multicontact Connector Type 4
Frame Color
Clear
Backsheet Color
White
Length
88.7in (2,254mm)
Width
44.7in (1,135mm)
Depth
1.4in (35mm)
Weight
63.9lb (29kg)
Installation Method
Rack-Mounted

Warranty and Certifications

80% Power Output Warranty Period
25yrs
90% Power Output Warranty Period
10yrs
Workmanship Warranty Period
12yrs
UL Fire Classification
Type 1
Compliances
UL 1703, IEC 61215, IEC 61730, CEC
CSI Listed
No