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Canadian Solar CS6W-550MS (550W)

Utility · 550W
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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

Power Output 97
Efficiency & Real-World Performance 97
Temperature & Climate Resilience 87
Certifications 65
Warranty & Durability 45
Build & Install 38

DC Electrical Characteristics

STC Power Rating
550W
PTC Power Rating
521.96W
STC Power per unit of area
19.9W/ft (214.5W/m)
Peak Efficiency
0.2145
Power Tolerances
0%/+10%
Number of Cells
144
Imp
13.2A
Vmp
41.7V
Isc
14A
Voc
49.6V
NOCT
41°C
Temp. Coefficient of Power
-0.34%/K
Temp. Coefficient of Voltage
-0.129V/K
Series Fuse Rating
25A
Maximum System Voltage
1500V

Mechanical Characteristics

Type
Mono PERC
Output Terminal Type
Multicontact Connector Type 4
Frame Color
Clear
Backsheet Color
White
Length
89in (2,261mm)
Width
44.6in (1,134mm)
Depth
1.4in (35mm)
Weight
61.3lb (27.8kg)
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