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Boviet Solar BVM7610M-455-H-HC-BF

120 half-cut cells, bifacial, transparent backsheet. Power classes 425–490 W in the CEC list.

CEC listed · Dec 13, 2021UL 61730BifacialPVEL Top Performer 2022, 2023
Power class
  • Power (STC)455 WCEC nameplate
  • Efficiency≈21.1%calculated from area
  • %/°C Pmax−0.297CEC listing test
  • PTC / STC94.9%PTC 432 W (CEC)

Power classes

CEC PV Module List (Oct 7, 2026) · Cali-Graf calculation · 14 models
ModelPmaxVoc, VIsc, AVmp, VImp, AEfficiencyPTCCEC listed
BVM7610M-425-H-HC-BF425 W40.7013.2134.4012.39≈20.2%401 WDec 13, 2021
BVM7610M-430-H-HC-BF430 W41.0013.2634.6012.46≈20.5%406 WDec 13, 2021
BVM7610M-435-H-HC-BF435 W41.2013.3234.8012.53≈20.7%411 WDec 13, 2021
BVM7610M-440-H-HC-BF440 W41.5013.3835.0012.60≈21.0%416 WDec 13, 2021
BVM7610M-445-H-HC-BF445 W41.7013.4535.2012.67≈21.2%420 WDec 13, 2021
BVM7610M-450-H-HC-BF450 W42.0013.5435.4012.73≈21.4%425 WDec 13, 2021
BVM7610M-455-H-HC-BF455 W43.2513.1336.0912.62≈21.1%432 WDec 13, 2021
BVM7610M-460-H-HC-BF460 W43.4413.2136.2612.70≈21.3%437 WDec 13, 2021
BVM7610M-465-H-HC-BF465 W43.6313.2936.4312.78≈21.5%441 WDec 13, 2021
BVM7610M-470-H-HC-BF470 W43.8213.3736.6012.86≈21.8%446 WApr 11, 2025
BVM7610M-475-H-HC-BF475 W44.0113.4536.7712.94≈22.0%451 WApr 11, 2025
BVM7610M-480-H-HC-BF480 W44.2013.5336.9413.01≈22.2%456 WApr 11, 2025
BVM7610M-485-H-HC-BF485 W44.3913.6137.1113.09≈22.5%461 WApr 11, 2025
BVM7610M-490-H-HC-BF490 W44.5813.6937.2813.16≈22.7%466 WApr 11, 2025
≈ efficiency = Pmax ÷ CEC-listed area 2.1 m².

Build & dimensions

CEC PV Module List (Oct 7, 2026)

Heat & cold behaviour

CEC PV Module List (Oct 7, 2026) · Cali-Graf calculation
CEC listing test
Pmax coefficient γ−0.297 %/°C
Voc coefficient β−0.222 %/°C
Isc coefficient α+0.046 %/°C
Operating cell temperatureNOCT 43.2 °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
425 W316.7 W30.93 V × 10.24 A82 W96%
430 W324 W31.3 V × 10.35 A83.9 W98%
435 W327.8 W31.49 V × 10.41 A84.9 W98%
440 W331.5 W31.66 V × 10.47 A85.8 W98%
445 W335.2 W31.86 V × 10.52 A86.8 W98%
450 W339 W32.07 V × 10.57 A87.8 W98%
455 W338.1 W35.09 V × 9.63 A86.2 W95%
460 W341.8 W35.26 V × 9.69 A87.1 W95%
465 W345.5 W35.43 V × 9.75 A88.1 W95%
470 W349.3 W35.61 V × 9.81 A89.1 W95%
475 W353.1 W35.78 V × 9.87 A90 W95%
480 W356.6 W35.95 V × 9.92 A90.9 W95%
485 W360.5 W36.12 V × 9.98 A91.9 W95%
490 W364.3 W36.3 V × 10.04 A92.9 W95%
Pmax = Vmp × Imp from the CEC listing; low-light efficiency = Pmax at 200 W/m² ÷ (20% of STC Pmax).

Independent reliability testing

Kiwa PVEL Scorecard
2022, 2023, 2024
PVEL Top Performer
this series
7
Tests passed as Top Performer
DH, HSS, LID+LETID, MSS, PAN, PID, TC
6
PVEL Scorecards
Boviet Solar named Top Performer, 2019–2024

PVEL Top Performer tests

YearProductTests
2022BVM7610M-xxx-H-HC-BFLID+LETID
2023BVM7610M-xxx-H-HC-BFMSSPID
2022BVM7610M-xxx-H-HC-BF-DG (closely related product name)DHLID+LETIDPANPIDTC
2023BVM7610M-xxx-H-HC-BF-DG (closely related product name)MSSPID
2024BVM7610M-xxx-H-HC-BF-DG (closely related product name)MSSPIDTC
2024BVM7610M-xxx-H-HC-BF-DG (n) (closely related product name)DHHSSLID+LETIDMSSPID
2024BVM7610M-xxx-H-HC-BF (n) (closely related product name)LID+LETIDTC
2023BVM7610M-xxx-H-HC (closely related product name)MSSPID

Tested bill of materials

Details describe the tested sample, not every module of the series.

Inverter compatibility & string sizing

CEC PV Module List (Oct 7, 2026) · Cali-Graf calculation · NLR PVWatts v8 · inverter datasheets · NLR SAM inverter library · CEC Grid Support Inverter List (Oct 7, 2026)
45.5 V
Voc when cold
per panel
30 V
Vmp when hot
per panel
13
Max panels / string
max DC 600 V
2
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. β is the CEC-measured coefficient; NEC 690.7 calculations use the datasheet value.

String inverters most named in SoCal permits

InverterMax DC inputMPPTWindow sourcePanels per string
Tesla 1538000-xx-y600 V60–480 Vdatasheet2–13
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 window8–10

Microinverters (one per panel)

MicroinverterRecommended module powerMax DC inputMPPTVoc cold / Vmp hotCheckDC/AC
Enphase IQ8X-80-M-US320–540 W79.5 V43–60 V45.5 / 30 V✗ Not a match: module voltage below MPPT range1.2
APsystems (Alt Power System) DS3-L265–570 W60 V28–45 V45.5 / 30 V✓ Within range0.58
Enphase IQ8M-72-2-US260–460 W60 V30–45 V45.5 / 30 V✓ Within range1.4
Enphase IQ8A-72-2-US295–500 W60 V32–45 V45.5 / 30 V⚠ Works; below MPPT at peak heat1.3
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 Angeles1,67676311,4396.08
Palmdale1,83583512,5246.69
Chula Vista1,69677211,5756.11
Huntington Beach1,64374811,2135.89
Riverside1,69677211,5756.21
Santa Clarita1,72478411,7666.28
747Jan747Feb959Mar1,059Apr1,046May1,112Jun1,171Jul1,185Aug1,036Sep914Oct786Nov680DeckWh 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 455 W panels

CEC PV Module List (Oct 7, 2026) · datasheets · Kiwa PVEL Scorecard · building permits
PanelPmaxEfficiencyγ Pmax (CEC)Voc, VIsc, APVEL (product / brand)SoCal permits (series)
Boviet Solar BVM7610M-455-H-HC-BF455 W≈21.1%−0.29743.2513.13product 2022, 2023—
Hyundai Energy Solutions HiN-T450NF(BK)450 W≈23.2%−0.29839.214.53brand 5× (2017–2025)37
REC Group REC455AA Pure-RX455 W≈22.5%−0.24865.68.84brand 9× (2016–2025)33
Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF10-455W455 W≈21%−0.36341.513.93—22
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.

About Boviet Solar

CEC PV Module List (Oct 7, 2026) · Kiwa PVEL Scorecard · building permits

Other series by SoCal permits

BVM6610M-xxxS-H-HC-BF · 1BVM7612M-xxx-H-HC-BFBVM7612M-xxx-H-HC-BF-DGBVM7613M-xxx-H-HC-BFBVM7613M-xxx-H-HC-BF-DGBVM8611M-xxx-H-HC-BF

Questions & answers

How efficient is the Boviet Solar BVM7610M-455-H-HC-BF?

Calculated from the panel area (2.16 m²): about 21.1% for the 455 W class. 455 W over 2.16 m² equals about 211 W per square meter.

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

PVWatts v8 with typical-year weather gives about 763 kWh per year per 455 W panel in Los Angeles and about 835 kWh in Palmdale (20° roof, facing south, 14% system losses).

How much power does it lose on a hot roof?

With γ = −0.297 %/°C, at a 77 °C cell temperature (hottest modeled hour in Palmdale) output is about 15.4% 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 2–13 panels per string (Voc at 2 °C = 45.5 V, Vmp at 74 °C cell = 30 V). Final design must follow the inverter manual and NEC 690.7.

Does it work with APsystems (Alt Power System) DS3-L microinverters?

Voltage check against the APsystems (Alt Power System) datasheet: Voc when cold 45.5 V vs max input 60 V; Vmp when hot 30 V vs MPPT low 28 V; recommended module power 265–570 W. Confirm on the microinverter maker’s compatibility list.

Is it bifacial?

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

Has this panel been reliability-tested?

BVM7610M-xxx-H-HC-BF was a PVEL Top Performer in 2022, 2023 (LID+LETID, MSS, PID).

Sources

  1. California Energy Commission — Solar Equipment Lists, PV Module List, Inverter List (snapshot Oct 7, 2026).
  2. Hyundai Energy Solutions — datasheet [US] NF(BK)(HiN) Series (N TOPCon Bifacial) 435~445W.
  3. Aptos Solar — datasheet Legacy Products.
  4. Kiwa PVEL — PV Module Reliability Scorecard, Top Performer lists 2019–2024.
  5. NLR (formerly NREL) — System Advisor Model CEC module and inverter libraries (version 2026.7.3).
  6. NLR (formerly NREL) — PVWatts v8, NSRDB PSM v3 typical-year weather for Los Angeles, Palmdale, Chula Vista, Huntington Beach, Riverside, Santa Clarita.
  7. Inverter datasheets — APsystems (Alt Power System), Enphase, Solis (Ginlong), Tesla (manufacturer documents).
  8. Building permits — Southern California permit portals. Equipment matched from permit descriptions.
  9. Cali-Graf calculations — formulas and inputs are shown next to each calculated value (efficiency from area, temperature-corrected voltages, string sizing, energy estimates).