HIP-186BA3 Solar Panel from Sanyo Electric

Electrical Characteristics
STC Power Rating Pmp (W)	186
PTC Power Rating Pmpp (W)	167.5
PTC/STC Power Ratio	90.1%
Open Circuit Voltage Voc (V)	67.0
Short Circuit Current Isc (A)	3.71
Voltage at Maximim Power Vmp (V)	54.4
Current at Maximim Power Imp (A)	3.42
Panel Efficiency	15.8%
Fill Factor	74.8%
Power Tolerance	0.00% ~ 10.00%
Maximum System Voltage Vmax (V)	600
Maximum Series Fuse Rating (A)	15
Temperature Coefficients
Temperature Coefficiency of Isc	0.053 %/ºC
Temperature Coefficiency of Voc	-0.28 %/ºC
Temperature Coefficiency of Pmp	-0.35 %/ºC
Mechanical Characteristics
Cell Type	HIT Silicon Cell
Cell Size(mm)	0 × 0
Cells	8 × 12
Dimensions	1319.0 × 880.0 × 46.0mm (34.6 × 51.9 × 1.8 inch)
Weight	15.0Kg (33.1 lbs)
Junction Box (Safety Rating, Bypass Diodes)	IP67, 4
Positive Cable (Length, Cable Cross-Section)	630mm, 4mm
Negative Cable (Length, Cable Cross-Section)	780mm, 4mm
Plug Connector (Type, Safety)	MC4 Locking Connectors
Front Cover (Thickness,Material)
Backsheet Cover (Color, Thickness, Material)
Encapsulation Materials
Frame Material
Operation Conditions
Nominal Operating Cell Temperature (NOCT)	45.0ºC
Operating Temperature	-20.0ºC to 46.0ºC
Maximum Load	2880
Hail Storm Rating	1" hailstone (25mm) at 52 mph (23m/s)
Fire Safety Rating	Class C
Warranty & Certification
Certificates	UL 1703 CEC California
Defects & Workmanship Warranty Period	5.0 Years
90% Power Output Warranty Period	10.0 Years
80% Power Output Warranty Period	20.0 Years
Are Warranties Insured By Third Party	False
Packaging
Number of Panels per Box	34
Box Gross Size(mm)	1346 × 897 × 1952
Box Gross Weight	530.0Kg (1168.4 lbs)
Boxes per Pallet	1
Pallet Gross Size(mm)	1346 × 897 × 1952
Pallet Gross Weight	530.0Kg (1168.4 lbs)
Shipping Loading (20GP)	10
Shipping Loading (40GP)	21
Shipping Loading (40HQ)	27

Crystalline silicon solar cell and HIT solar cell structure comparison
The SANYO HIT (Heterojunction with Intrinsic Thin layer) solar cell is composed of a single thin crystalline silicon wafer surrounded by ultra-thin amorphous silicon layers. This product provides industry-leading performance and value using state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques.

High output produced by minimizing power generation losses in the non-regular grid area on the solar cell surface.

HIT solar cells improve boundary characteristics and reduce power generation losses by forming impurity-free i-type amorphous silicon layers between the crystalline base and p- and n-type amorphous silicon layers.


High Efficiency
HIT® Power solar panels are leaders in sunlight conversion efficiency. Obtain
maximum power within a fixed amount of space. Save money using fewer system
attachments and racking materials, and reduce costs by spending less time installing
per watt.

Power Guarantee
SANYO’s power ratings for HIT Power panels guarantee customers receive 100%
of the nameplate rated power (or more) at the time of purchase, enabling owners
to generate more kWh per rated watt, quicken investment returns, and help realize
complete customer satisfaction.

Temperature Performance
As temperatures rise, HIT Power solar panels produce 10% or more electricity
(kWh) than conventional crystalline silicon solar panels at the same temperature.

Proprietary Technology
HIT solar cells are hybrids of single crystalline silicon surrounded by ultra-thin
amorphous silicon layers, and are available solely from SANYO. HIT Power models
are ideal for grid-connected solar systems, areas with performance based incentives,
and renewable energy credits.

Structural Strength
HIT Power panels have a double-wall black anodized aluminum frame for extra
strength, and are tested to 60PSF. The panels come pre-equipped with a touchsafe
junction box, USE-2 outdoor rated cables, MC4™ locking connectors, and
are UL 1703 safety rated for wind, hail, and fire.

Valuable Features
HIT Power solar panels operate silently, have no moving parts and are among the
lightest per watt in the industry. Unique eco-packaging minimizes cardboard waste
at the job site. The packing density of the panels reduces transportation, fuel, and
storage costs per installed watt.

Quality Products
SANYO silicon wafers located inside HIT solar panels are made in California USA,
and the panels are assembled in an ISO 9001 (quality), 14001 (environment), and
18001 (safety) certified factory. The panels have a Limited 20-Year Power Output
and 5-Year Product Workmanship Warranty.

HIT Power BA3 Data Sheet
HIT Power BA3 Limited Warranty
Solar Power Answer Brochure
HIT Double Brochure
HIT Technology Presentation
22.3% Cell Efficiency - White Paper