120 half-cut cells, bifacial, transparent backsheet. Power classes 435–465 W in the CEC list.
| Model | Pmax | Voc, V | Isc, A | Vmp, V | Imp, A | Efficiency | PTC | CEC listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FE60-18X-435 | 435 W | 40.88 | 13.69 | 34.33 | 12.68 | ≈20.3% | 405 W | May 22, 2023 |
| FE60-18X-440 | 440 W | 41.03 | 13.76 | 34.48 | 12.77 | ≈20.6% | 410 W | May 22, 2023 |
| FE60-18X-445 | 445 W | 41.18 | 13.83 | 34.63 | 12.86 | ≈20.8% | 414 W | May 22, 2023 |
| FE60-18X-450 | 450 W | 41.33 | 13.90 | 34.78 | 12.95 | ≈21.0% | 419 W | May 22, 2023 |
| FE60-18X-455 | 455 W | 41.48 | 13.97 | 34.93 | 13.04 | ≈21.3% | 424 W | May 22, 2023 |
| FE60-18X-460 | 460 W | 41.63 | 14.04 | 35.08 | 13.13 | ≈21.5% | 429 W | May 22, 2023 |
| FE60-18X-465 | 465 W | 41.78 | 14.11 | 35.23 | 13.22 | ≈21.7% | 434 W | May 22, 2023 |
| CEC listing test | |
|---|---|
| Pmax coefficient γ | −0.340 %/°C |
| Voc coefficient β | −0.260 %/°C |
| Isc coefficient α | +0.053 %/°C |
| Operating cell temperature | NOCT 46.2 °C |
| Class | Pmax at NOCT | Vmp × Imp at NOCT | Pmax at 200 W/m² | Low-light efficiency vs STC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 435 W | 328.2 W | 31.98 V × 10.26 A | 85 W | 98% |
| 440 W | 332 W | 32.12 V × 10.33 A | 86 W | 98% |
| 445 W | 335.8 W | 32.26 V × 10.41 A | 87 W | 98% |
| 450 W | 339.6 W | 32.4 V × 10.48 A | 88 W | 98% |
| 455 W | 343.4 W | 32.54 V × 10.55 A | 89 W | 98% |
| 460 W | 347.3 W | 32.68 V × 10.63 A | 90 W | 98% |
| 465 W | 351.2 W | 32.82 V × 10.7 A | 91 W | 98% |
| Inverter | Max DC input | MPPT | Window source | Panels per string |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla 1538000-xx-y | 600 V | 60–480 V | datasheet | 3–13 |
| Solis (Ginlong) S6-EH1P10K-H-US | 600 V | 80–520 V | datasheet | 3–13 |
| Solis (Ginlong) Solis-1P7.6K-4G-US | 600 V | 100–500 V | datasheet | 4–13 |
| Qcells Q.VOLT H7.6SX | 498 V | 234–498 V | CEC test window | 9–11 |
| Microinverter | Recommended module power | Max DC input | MPPT | Voc cold / Vmp hot | Check | DC/AC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enphase IQ8X-80-M-US | 320–540 W | 79.5 V | 43–60 V | 43.8 / 28.1 V | ✗ Not a match: module voltage below MPPT range | 1.18 |
| APsystems (Alt Power System) DS3-L | 265–570 W | 60 V | 28–45 V | 43.8 / 28.1 V | ✓ Within range | 0.58 |
| Enphase IQ8M-72-2-US | 260–460 W | 60 V | 30–45 V | 43.8 / 28.1 V | ⚠ Works; below MPPT at peak heat | 1.38 |
| Enphase IQ8A-72-2-US | 295–500 W | 60 V | 32–45 V | 43.8 / 28.1 V | ⚠ Works; below MPPT at peak heat | 1.29 |
| City | kWh / kW / yr | kWh / panel / yr | kWh / system / yr | Sun, kWh/m²/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 1,676 | 754 | 12,067 | 6.08 |
| Palmdale | 1,835 | 826 | 13,212 | 6.69 |
| Chula Vista | 1,696 | 763 | 12,211 | 6.11 |
| Huntington Beach | 1,643 | 739 | 11,830 | 5.89 |
| Riverside | 1,696 | 763 | 12,211 | 6.21 |
| Santa Clarita | 1,724 | 776 | 12,413 | 6.28 |
| Panel | Pmax | Efficiency | γ Pmax (CEC) | Voc, V | Isc, A | PVEL (product / brand) | SoCal permits (series) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jiangsu Xiehang New Energy Intelligent Equipment FE60-18X 450 | 450 W | ≈21% | −0.340 | 41.33 | 13.9 | — | — |
| Qcells Q.TRON BLK M-G2+ 445 | 445 W | ≈22.8% | −0.276 | 40.16 | 13.98 | brand 11× (2016–2026) | 40 |
| Hyundai Energy Solutions HiN-T450NF(BK) | 450 W | ≈23.2% | −0.298 | 39.2 | 14.53 | brand 5× (2017–2025) | 37 |
| REC Group REC450AA Pure-RX | 450 W | ≈22.3% | −0.248 | 65.1 | 8.81 | brand 9× (2016–2025) | 33 |
Calculated from the panel area (2.14 m²): about 21% for the 450 W class. 450 W over 2.14 m² equals about 210 W per square meter.
PVWatts v8 with typical-year weather gives about 754 kWh per year per 450 W panel in Los Angeles and about 826 kWh in Palmdale (20° roof, facing south, 14% system losses).
With γ = −0.340 %/°C, at a 77 °C cell temperature (hottest modeled hour in Palmdale) output is about 17.6% below the STC rating.
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 = 43.8 V, Vmp at 74 °C cell = 28.1 V). Final design must follow the inverter manual and NEC 690.7.
Voltage check against the APsystems (Alt Power System) datasheet: Voc when cold 43.8 V vs max input 60 V; Vmp when hot 28.1 V vs MPPT low 28 V; recommended module power 265–570 W. Confirm on the microinverter maker’s compatibility list.
Yes. Rear gain depends on mounting height and ground reflectance.