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What are solar module ratings?

Module ratings are based on how the panel performs under specific test conditions. The two most common are STC (Standard Test Conditions) and PTC (PVUSA Test Conditions). Even when two solar panels have the same wattage on the label, they may not produce exactly the same amount of power.

What is the wattage rating of a solar panel?

The Wattage rating of a solar panel is the most fundamental rating, representing the maximum power output of the solar panel under ideal conditions. You’ll often see it referred to as “Rated Power”, “Maximum Power”, or “Pmax”, and it’s measured in watts or kilowatts peak (kWp).

What is the wattage rating of a solar module?

Remember that a PV module’s wattage rating is based on 1000 W/m 2 of solar irradiance at a standard test condition (STC) temperature of 77°F (25°C). However, the module rating must be adjusted because of the high temperatures encountered on roofs or from sunlight heating the modules over several hours.

What is a rated solar PV module?

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