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Trina Solar TSM-255-PC/PA05A (255W)

Residential · 255W
64
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

Build & Install 74
Efficiency & Real-World Performance 57
Power Output 50
Temperature & Climate Resilience 49
Certifications 45
Warranty & Durability 43

DC Electrical Characteristics

STC Power Rating
255W
PTC Power Rating
233.8W
STC Power per unit of area
14.5W/ft (155.8W/m)
Peak Efficiency
0.1558
Power Tolerances
0%/+3%
Number of Cells
60
Imp
8.26A
Vmp
30.9V
Isc
8.95A
Voc
38V
NOCT
46°C
Temp. Coefficient of Power
-0.43%/K
Temp. Coefficient of Voltage
-0.122V/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
data not available
Length
65in (1,650mm)
Width
39.1in (992mm)
Depth
1.6in (40mm)
Weight
43lb (19.5kg)
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
data not available
Compliances
TUV
CSI Listed
No