HIT Photovoltaic Module
HIT Power 235S Improvement of cell efficiency to reduce - carrier recombination loss - optical absorption loss - resistance loss
Application of three tabs - Reducing electrical loss between the cell fingers and tabs - Making the tab width thinner to expand the light receiving surface
R&D Antitechnology reflection adaptation glass
New tab design
21.1%*
Improvement of cell efficiency to reduce capturing technology -Light carrier recombination loss - optical absorption Reducing reflectionloss and scattering of -incoming resistance loss light - Improving generated electricity levels in morning and evening times
Application of three tabs - Reducing electrical loss between the cell fingers and tabs - Making the tab width thinner to expand the light receiving surface
New tab design
* 21.1% Cell Conversion Efficiency
HIT ® solar cell structure
Ultra High Efficiency & Superior Real World Performance HIT Power Solar panels are leaders in sunlight conversion efficiency. Our capturing hybrid cells produce theLight highest output technology on cloudy days. 21.1% Cell Conversion -Efficiency Reducing reflection and scattering of Most PTC Power 218.7W incoming light Improving generated electricity levels in Highest PTC/STC Ratio- 93% +
Antireflection Benefit in Terms of Performance Qualityglass morning and evening times
Panasonic is truly committed to quality since it began developing Superior Temperature Performance manufacturing solar modules in 1975. long track Asand temperatures rise, HITPV Power solar panelsOur produce 10% or more record is(kWh) supported with our claim-rate of only 0.00214 or 62 electricity than conventional crystalline silicon % solar panels at the product- guarantee cases out of 2,885,689 solar modules same temperature. produced in our European factory in Dorog, Hungary (as of Nov. 2011) with 0 cases of output guarantee and 0 guarantee- related Quality and Reliability legal challenges.
Panasonic is truly committed to quality since it began developing and manufacturing solar PV in 1975. Since pioneering, developing and launching HIT Solar cells in the 1990s, we have been the technology leader, and for decades many satisfied customers have placed their trust in the competence in our unique HIT Technology. Power Guarantee High at high The powerperformance ratings for HIT Power panelstemperatures guarantee customers receive Evenof at the highnameplate temperatures, the power HIT solar(or cellmore) can maintain higherof purchase, 100% rated at the time efficiency than a conventional crystalline silicon solar cell. Quality enabling owners to generate more kWh per rated Watt, quicken Panasonic isreturns, truly committed qualitycomplete since it began developing investments and helptorealize customer satisfaction.
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normalized output power
R&D technology adaptation
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record is supported with our claim-rate of only 0.00214 % or 62 American Made Quality productcases out of 2,885,689 modules Our silicon guarantee wafers located inside HIT solar solar panels are made in Oregon, produced in our European factory in Dorog, Hungary (as of Nov. Model Cell Efficiency Module Efficiency Output/m2 and the panels are assembled in an IS0 9001 (quality), 14001 2011) with 0 cases of output guarantee and 0 guarantee- related N240 HIT solar cells are hybrids of mono crystalline silicon 2 (environment), and 18001 (safety) certified factory. Unique eco-packing 21.6% 19.0% 190 W/m legal challenges. Module temp.75℃ surrounded by ultra thin amorphous silicon layers, and minimizes waste at the jobCo., site. The panels have a Limited HIT is acardboard registered trademark of SANYO Electric Ltd. The name "HIT " comes from approx. N235 "Heterojunction with intrinsic Thin-layer" which is an original technology of SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. are available solely from Panasonic. 20-Year Power Output and 10-Year Product Workmanship Warranty. 21.1% 18.6% 186 W/m2 10%up
HIT Power 235S Dimensions and Weight
Electrical Specifications Model
HIT Power 235S or VBHN235SA06
Rated Power (Pmax)1
235 W
Maximum Power Voltage (Vpm)
43.0 V
Maximum Power Current (Ipm)
5.48 A
Open Circuit Voltage (Voc)
51.8 V
Short Circuit Current (Isc)
5.84 A
Temperature Coefficient (Pmax)
-0.30%/ °C
Temperature Coefficient (Voc)
-0.124 V/ °C
Temperature Coefficient (Isc)
1.75 mA/ °C
NOCT
118.9°F (48.3°C)
CEC PTC Rating
218.7 W
Cell Efficiency
21.1%
Module Efficiency
18.6%
Watts per Ft.2
17.33 W
Maximum System Voltage
600 V
Series Fuse Rating
15 A
Warranted Tolerance (-/+)
-0% / +10%
Mechanical Specifications Internal Bypass Diodes
3 Bypass Diodes
Module Area Weight Cable Length +Male/-Female
62.2x31.4x1.4 in. (1580x798x35 mm)
Dependence of I – V Characteristics on Irradiance (Reference)
40.55/34.64 in. (1030/880 mm)
TYPE: HIT Power 215N
Cable Size / Type
No. 12 AWG / PV Cable
Connector Type3
Multi-Contact® Type IV (MC4TM)
Static Wind / Snow Load
50 PSF (2.400 Pa)
Pallet Dimensions LxWxH
63.2x32x.65 in. (1607x815x1650 mm)
Quantity per Pallet / Pallet Weight
Fig.2
33.1 Lbs. (15kg)
Dependence on IrradianceCell temperature:25℃ 6.00
Quantity per 40’ Container
560 pcs.
Quantity per 20’ Container
280 pcs.
5.00
800W/m
Hail Safety Impact Velocity
-4°F to 115°F (-20°C to 46°C) 1” hailstone (25mm) at 52 mph (23m/s)
Fire Safety Classification
Class C
Safety & Rating Certifications Limited Warranty
Current[A]
Operating Conditions & Safety Ratings Ambient Operating Temperature2
1000W/m 2
40 pcs./1388.9 Lbs (630 kg)
Current (A)
Dimensions LxWxH
HIP215NKHA5090209
13.56 Ft2 (1.26m2)
UL 1703, cUL, CEC
2
4.00
600W/m 2 3.00
400W/m 2 2.00
200W/m 2
1.00
10 Years Workmanship, 20 Years Power Output
STC: Cell temp. 25°C, AM1.5, 1000W/m2 2 Monthly average low and high of the installation site. Note: Specifications and information above may change without notice. 3 Safety locking clip (PV-SSH4) is not supplied with the module. 1
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Voltage (V)
HIT is a registered trademark of Panasonic Group. The name “HIT“ comes from “Heterojunction with intrinsic Thin-layer” which is an original technology of Panasonic Group.
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Panasonic Eco Solutions
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