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GigaWatt GW255PB (255W)

Residential · 255W
60
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 77
Efficiency & Real-World Performance 55
Temperature & Climate Resilience 53
Build & Install 51
Power Output 50
Warranty & Durability 43

DC Electrical Characteristics

STC Power Rating
255W
PTC Power Rating
232W
STC Power per unit of area
14.6W/ft (156.7W/m)
Peak Efficiency
0.1567
Power Tolerances
0%/+2%
Number of Cells
60
Imp
8.24A
Vmp
30.9V
Isc
8.6A
Voc
37.79V
NOCT
45.1°C
Temp. Coefficient of Power
-0.43%/K
Temp. Coefficient of Voltage
-0.117V/K
Series Fuse Rating
15A
Maximum System Voltage
1000V

Mechanical Characteristics

Type
Polycrystalline Silicon
Output Terminal Type
Multicontact Connector Type 4
Frame Color
Black
Backsheet Color
data not available
Length
64.6in (1,640mm)
Width
39.1in (992mm)
Depth
1.6in (40mm)
Weight
40.8lb (18.5kg)
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
Type 2
Compliances
UL 1703, TUV
CSI Listed
Yes