The new modules are suitable for short frame side clamping, and are designed for residential, small-scale commercial and industrial rooftop installations. The low weight and dimension make these modules easy and comfortable for transport, handling and installation. The NU-JC410 panel comes with an anodized silver frame and white backsheet, delivering an efficiency of 21 per cent. The all-black NU-JC400B is built with a black frame and black backsheet giving the panel an efficiency of 20.5 per cent. A temperature coefficient of -0.341%/°C ensures higher performance at high ambient temperatures.
The new Sharp modules are built with M10 wafer (182 mm) half-cells. 10-busbar technology using round ribbons increases the power gain from each cell and makes them less sensitive to microcracks. All Sharp half-cell modules have three small junction boxes instead of just one, each fitted with one bypass diode. These junction boxes transfer less heat to the cells above, thereby boosting the longevity of the panels.
Easy handling and rooftop installation
The panels are equipped with the original MC4 connector, which makes them compatible with most of the mainstream optimizers, inverters and mounting systems. The safety and durability of the modules has is certified with IEC seals (IEC61215 and IEC61730) and MCS for the UK. The modules have been tested for compliance with international standards and for endurance under extreme conditions, passing tests for ammonia, salt spray, sand and PID resistance.
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The NU-JC410 and NU-JC400B come in dimensions of 1722 x 1134 mm and a weight of only 21.8 kg, meeting the requirements for easy residential and small-scale commercial and industrial rooftop system installation. Furthermore, both panels are suitable for short frame side clamping.
The modules are covered by a 15-year product guarantee and a 25-year performance guarantee of 85 per cent. (mfo)
