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Aptos Solar DNA-120-BF26 365

120 half-cut cells, bifacial, transparent backsheet. Power classes 360–370 W in the CEC list.

CEC listed · Oct 1, 2021UL 61730Bifacial
Power class
  • Power (STC)365 WCEC nameplate
  • Efficiency≥20.0%datasheet minimum
  • %/°C Pmax−0.366CEC listing test
  • PTC / STC92.2%PTC 337 W (CEC)

Power classes

CEC PV Module List (Oct 7, 2026) · Aptos Solar datasheet · 3 models
ModelPmaxVoc, VIsc, AVmp, VImp, AEfficiencyPTCCEC listed
DNA-120-BF26-360W360 W40.2611.2633.5810.72≥19.7%332 WOct 1, 2021
DNA-120-BF26-365W365 W40.5911.2834.0010.75≥20.0%337 WOct 1, 2021
DNA-120-BF26-370W370 W40.9111.3034.2010.84≥20.3%342 WOct 1, 2021

Build & dimensions

Aptos Solar datasheet · Cali-Graf calculation · CEC PV Module List (Oct 7, 2026)

Heat & cold behaviour

CEC PV Module List (Oct 7, 2026) · Aptos Solar datasheet · Cali-Graf calculation
DatasheetCEC listing test
Pmax coefficient γ—−0.366 %/°C
Voc coefficient β−0.28 %/°C−0.293 %/°C
Isc coefficient α+0.04 %/°C+0.045 %/°C
Vmp coefficient≈ −0.41 %/°C—
Operating cell temperatureNMOT 45 °CNOCT 47.2 °C
Vmp coefficient ≈ γ − α (CEC); used only for the hot-roof voltage estimate.

Away from lab conditions — CEC listing test points

ClassPmax at NOCTVmp × Imp at NOCTPmax at 200 W/m²Low-light efficiency vs STC
360 W264.4 W32.58 V × 8.12 A65.1 W90%
365 W268.4 W32.98 V × 8.14 A66.1 W91%
370 W272.3 W33.18 V × 8.21 A67.1 W91%
Pmax = Vmp × Imp from the CEC listing; low-light efficiency = Pmax at 200 W/m² ÷ (20% of STC Pmax).

Electrical & strength ratings

Aptos Solar datasheet
Packaging: 31 per pallet

Certifications

CEC PV Module List (Oct 7, 2026) · Aptos Solar datasheet
UL 61730UL 1703Fire rating Class C (UL 61730)

Independent reliability testing

RETC PV Module Index
2
RETC PV Module Index
Aptos Solar recognized 2023–2024
This exact series is not listed in published PVEL Top Performer tables. Results below are for the manufacturer.

RETC PV Module Index — Aptos Solar

YearRecognition
2023High Achievement in Performance (LeTID RESISTANCE)
2024Test Category High Achiever

Inverter compatibility & string sizing

Aptos Solar datasheet · Cali-Graf calculation · NLR PVWatts v8 · CEC PV Module List (Oct 7, 2026) · inverter datasheets · NLR SAM inverter library · CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026)
43.2 V
Voc when cold
per panel
27.2 V
Vmp when hot
per panel
13
Max panels / string
max DC 600 V
3
Min panels / string
MPPT from 60 V
Defaults come from NLR TMY weather (coldest hour, hottest modeled cell). Code calculations (NEC 690.7) use the ASHRAE extreme annual minimum, which is usually colder — enter it above.

String inverters most named in SoCal permits

InverterMax DC inputMPPTWindow sourcePanels per string
Tesla 1538000-xx-y600 V60–480 Vdatasheet3–13
Solis (Ginlong) S6-EH1P10K-H-US600 V80–520 Vdatasheet3–13
Solis (Ginlong) Solis-1P7.6K-4G-US600 V100–500 Vdatasheet4–13
Qcells Q.VOLT H7.6SX498 V234–498 VCEC test window9–11

Microinverters (one per panel)

MicroinverterRecommended module powerMax DC inputMPPTVoc cold / Vmp hotCheckDC/AC
Enphase IQ8PLUS-72-2-US235–440 W60 V29–45 V43.2 / 27.2 V⚠ Works; below MPPT at peak heat1.26
Enphase IQ8X-80-M-US320–540 W79.5 V43–60 V43.2 / 27.2 V✗ Not a match: module voltage below MPPT range0.96
APsystems (Alt Power System) DS3-L265–570 W60 V28–45 V43.2 / 27.2 V⚠ Works; below MPPT at peak heat0.47
Enphase IQ8M-72-2-US260–460 W60 V30–45 V43.2 / 27.2 V⚠ Works; below MPPT at peak heat1.12
Enphase IQ8A-72-2-US295–500 W60 V32–45 V43.2 / 27.2 V⚠ Works; below MPPT at peak heat1.05
Voltage check against the microinverter datasheets — confirm the pairing on the manufacturer’s module compatibility list. Rows appear only when the panel’s power is inside the microinverter’s recommended module power range.
SolarEdge and other optimizer-based systems size strings by the optimizer rules — use the manufacturer’s designer. Reference inverters: most named in SoCal permits since Oct 2024.

Expected production in Southern California

NLR PVWatts v8 · Cali-Graf calculation
CitykWh / kW / yrkWh / panel / yrkWh / system / yrSun, kWh/m²/day
Los Angeles1,67661211,6236.08
Palmdale1,83567012,7266.69
Chula Vista1,69661911,7626.11
Huntington Beach1,64360011,3945.89
Riverside1,69661911,7626.21
Santa Clarita1,72462911,9566.28
759Jan759Feb974Mar1,076Apr1,063May1,130Jun1,190Jul1,204Aug1,053Sep929Oct798Nov691DeckWh per month · Los Angeles
Estimate for comparison, not a quote: shading, roof orientation and local losses change real output. Roof mount, 20° tilt, south, 14% system losses.

Compare with similar 365 W panels

CEC PV Module List (Oct 7, 2026) · Kiwa PVEL Scorecard · building permits
PanelPmaxEfficiencyγ Pmax (CEC)Voc, VIsc, APVEL (product / brand)SoCal permits (series)
Aptos Solar DNA-120-BF26 365365 W≥20%−0.36640.5911.28——
LONGi LR4-60HPB-365M365 W≈20.6%−0.3394111.41product 2021, 2022193
REC Group REC365AA365 W≈21.7%−0.27944.310.26brand 9× (2016–2025)30
Trina Solar TSM-365DE06X.05(II)365 W≈20.1%−0.3394510.35product 202223
Same fields from the same sources for every row; ≈ efficiency is calculated from the listed area. Comparable series: other brands, same product group, power range covering this class.

Documents

manufacturer documents

About Aptos Solar

CEC PV Module List (Oct 7, 2026) · RETC PV Module Index · building permits

Other series by SoCal permits

DNA-144-MF26 · 23DNA-120-MF10 · 22DNA-120-MF26 · 8DNA-120-BF10 · 2DNA-108-BF10 · 1DNA-108-MF10 · 1

Questions & answers

How efficient is the Aptos Solar DNA-120-BF26 365?

The Aptos Solar datasheet guarantees at least 20% module efficiency for the 365 W class (up to 20.3% for 370 W). 365 W over 1.82 m² equals about 200 W per square meter.

How much energy does one panel produce in Los Angeles or Palmdale?

PVWatts v8 with typical-year weather gives about 612 kWh per year per 365 W panel in Los Angeles and about 670 kWh in Palmdale (20° roof, facing south, 14% system losses).

How much power does it lose on a hot roof?

With γ = −0.366 %/°C, at a 77 °C cell temperature (hottest modeled hour in Palmdale) output is about 19% below the STC rating.

How many panels fit on one string?

With the Tesla 1538000-xx-y (max DC 600 V, MPPT from 60 V, datasheet) in Los Angeles the calculator gives 3–13 panels per string (Voc at 2 °C = 43.2 V, Vmp at 74 °C cell = 27.2 V). Final design must follow the inverter manual and NEC 690.7.

How big and heavy is it?

69.1 × 40.9 × 1.38 in (1,756 × 1,039 × 35 mm), 43 lb (19.5 kg).

Is it bifacial?

Yes. Rear gain depends on mounting height and ground reflectance.

What fire rating does it have?

UL 61730 fire rating Class C per datasheet.

Sources

  1. California Energy Commission — Solar Equipment Lists, PV Module List, Inverter List (snapshot Oct 7, 2026).
  2. Aptos Solar — datasheet Legacy Products.
  3. Aptos Solar — document library on the manufacturer’s website (links above).
  4. Kiwa PVEL — PV Module Reliability Scorecard, Top Performer lists.
  5. RETC — PV Module Index reports 2023–2024.
  6. NLR (formerly NREL) — System Advisor Model CEC module and inverter libraries (version 2026.7.3).
  7. NLR (formerly NREL) — PVWatts v8, NSRDB PSM v3 typical-year weather for Los Angeles, Palmdale, Chula Vista, Huntington Beach, Riverside, Santa Clarita.
  8. Inverter datasheets — APsystems (Alt Power System), Enphase, Solis (Ginlong), Tesla (manufacturer documents).
  9. Building permits — Southern California permit portals. Equipment matched from permit descriptions.
  10. Cali-Graf calculations — formulas and inputs are shown next to each calculated value (efficiency from area, temperature-corrected voltages, string sizing, energy estimates).