--- title: "FuturaSun FU 470 MV Silk Nova All Black Solar Panel: Specs & Datasheet | ComparePV" description: "FuturaSun FU 470 MV Silk Nova All Black solar panel. Specs: 21.70% efficiency, Monocrystalline cells, dimensions, warranty and temperature coefficient." source: "https://comparepv.com/panel/futurasun-fu-470-mv" image: "https://comparepv.com/og/panel/futurasun-fu-470-mv.png" updated: 2026-11-06 --- # FuturaSun FU 470 MV Silk Nova All Black Middle of its segment, modest efficiency 320 panels in the segment N-type 450-500 W ## Identity - **Manufacturer:** FuturaSun - **Model:** FU 470 MV Silk Nova All Black - **Series:** Silk Nova All Black - **Rated power:** 470 W - **Cell technology:** N-type ## How it compares Compared against segment N-type 450-500 W (320 panels). | Measure | This panel | Segment median | Standing | Rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Power (Wp) | 470 W | 470 W | Typical | | | Module efficiency | 21.70% | 22.52% | Weak - bottom 7% | 7,581 | | Power density | 217.0 | 225.3 | Weak - bottom 7% | 7,578 | | Temperature coefficient | -0.290 | -0.290 | Typical | 2,260 | | Weight (kg) | 22.4 kg | 23.7 kg | Typical | | | Performance warranty | 25 yrs | 30 yrs | Weak - bottom 8% | 10,001 | ### Full peer table | Measure | This panel | Segment median | Standing | Rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Module efficiency | 21.70% | 22.52% | Weak - bottom 7% | 7,581 | | Power density | 217.0 | 225.3 | Weak - bottom 7% | 7,578 | | Temperature coefficient | -0.290 | -0.290 | Typical | 2,260 | | Weight per kWp | 47.7 | 49.7 | Typical | 1,804 | | Performance warranty | 25 yrs | 30 yrs | Weak - bottom 8% | 10,001 | ### Watch out for - **21.70% module efficiency** - Bottom 7% of the N-type 450-500 W segment, against a median of 22.52%. Ranked 7,581st in the whole database. - **217.0 watts per square metre** - Bottom 7% of the N-type 450-500 W segment, against a median of 225.3. Ranked 7,578th in the whole database. - **25 year performance warranty** - Bottom 8% of the N-type 450-500 W segment, against a median of 30 yrs. Ranked 10,001st in the whole database. - **Not ideal for:** Tight roof space, roofs where every square metre has to count and owners who want a long output guarantee. ## Specification ### Electrical - **Rated power (Pmax):** 470 W - **Efficiency:** 21.70 % - **Voltage at Pmax (Vmp):** 35.30 V - **Current at Pmax (Imp):** 13.34 A - **Open-circuit voltage (Voc):** 42.62 V - **Short-circuit current (Isc):** 14.10 A - **Max system voltage:** 1500 V ### Temperature - **Temperature coefficient of Pmax:** -0.290 %/degC - **Temperature coefficient of Voc:** -0.250 %/degC - **Temperature coefficient of Isc:** 0.045 %/degC - **NOCT:** 45 degC ### Cell and construction - **Cell type:** Monocrystalline - **Cell technology:** N-type - **Cell count:** 120 ### Physical - **Length:** 1910 mm - **Width:** 1134 mm - **Thickness:** 30 mm - **Weight:** 22.4 kg - **Area:** 2.17 m2 - **Power density:** 217.0 Wp/m2 ### Warranty and degradation - **Product warranty:** 15 years - **Performance warranty:** 25 years - **Output guaranteed at end of warranty:** 89.0 % - **First-year degradation:** 1.00 % - **Annual degradation:** 0.40 % - **Output after 30 years:** 411 W ## Rank in the whole catalogue | Measure | Position | | --- | --- | | Efficiency | 7581 of 14269 | | Power density | 7578 of 14269 | | Temperature coefficient | 2260 of 14269 | | Weight | 1804 of 14269 | | Warranty | 10001 of 14269 | ## Pros - **N-type half-cut cells with MBB** - Monocrystalline n-type half-cut cells with multi busbar technology reduce resistive losses and improve partial-shading performance, delivering 21.7-22.16% efficiency with a more stable daily energy yield compared to older PERC cell designs. - **Low temperature coefficient of -0.29%/°C** - The Pmax temperature coefficient of only -0.29%/°C compares favorably to typical PERC modules at around -0.35%/°C. Above the NOCT rating of 45°C, this translates into a measurably higher yield on hot days versus many competing designs. - **All Black aesthetic design** - A uniform black frame and black backsheet, with no visible light-colored elements, allow the panel to blend visually with most roof types - a key selling point in the residential/prosumer segment. - **Solid, current 15/25-year warranty** - 15 years of product warranty and 25 years of performance warranty (approx. 92% power retention at 20 years and 89% at 25 years per the degradation curve) are backed by an Italian manufacturer founded in 2008. The series, launched in 2023, remains in active production, ensuring service and spare-parts availability. ## Cons - **Efficiency slightly trails peer group leaders** - The maximum efficiency of 22.16% is marginally lower than comparable 480 Wp modules - the Sunket New Energy SKT460~480M10-120D3 and Shinson S-Blade BIPV Frameless both reach 22.24%. The gap is small (~0.08 pp), but this series is not the efficiency leader in the premium n-type segment. - **No bifacial variant** - Silk Nova All Black is a monofacial module, unlike the First Solar Series 6 Plus Bifacial in a similar power class (480 Wp). This means it lacks the additional yield from reflected irradiance, which can matter for ground-mount or high-albedo elevated installations. ## About this series The Silk Nova All Black series is where FuturaSun pairs clean aesthetics with real-world energy performance, targeting system owners for whom the rooftop's look matters just as much as its output. The modules are built around **monocrystalline n-type half-cut cells with multi busbar (MBB) technology**, which reduces resistive losses, improves shading tolerance, and delivers more stable energy harvest throughout the day. The uniform all-black frame and black backsheet let the panel blend visually into virtually any roof type, without the bright accents that often undercut the look of conventional modules. Thanks to its **high efficiency and improved low-light performance**, the series works well both on space-constrained roofs and in less sun-rich climates. Another key advantage is its **excellent power temperature coefficient**, which means the panels lose less output on hot days than many competing products. The package is rounded out by a **long-term product and performance warranty** backed by the manufacturer's Italian headquarters, giving installers and investors confidence in low power degradation over decades of operation. It is a strong fit for anyone looking to balance design, durability, and a system's real LCOE. ## Notable figures - At 21.7% efficiency, this panel is 0.8pp below the \*\*N-type 450-500W\*\* median of 22.5% - Power density of 217.0 W/m² is 8.3 W/m² below \*\*N-type 450-500W\*\* median (225.3 W/m²) - needs more roof space - Temperature coefficient of -0.29%/°C matches the \*\*N-type 450-500W\*\* median - At 22.4 kg, this panel is 1.3 kg lighter than \*\*N-type 450-500W\*\* median (23.7 kg) - easier handling during installation - #7581 for efficiency, #2260 for temperature performance out of 14269 panels ## Questions ### What is the maximum power output of the FuturaSun Silk Nova All Black panel? The Silk Nova All Black series reaches a maximum power output of up to 480 Wp. This is achieved through monocrystalline n-type half-cut cells with multi busbar (MBB) technology, which reduces resistive losses and delivers high efficiency even on smaller roof surfaces. This power rating means fewer modules are needed for a typical residential installation. ### How does n-type cell technology differ from classic PERC cells in FuturaSun panels? The n-type cells used in Silk Nova All Black feature lower long-term degradation and better performance under low irradiance than older p-type PERC cells. As a result, the panel maintains higher energy output on cloudy days and during early morning or late afternoon hours, translating into a genuinely higher annual yield. ### What warranty comes with the Silk Nova All Black panels? FuturaSun provides a 15-year product warranty and a 25-year performance warranty with linear power degradation. Both warranties are backed by the manufacturer's Italian headquarters, giving investors and installers confidence in a stable, predictable power output over the full lifetime of the installation. ### Do the all-black Silk Nova All Black panels overheat and lose more power on hot days? Despite the fully black frame and backsheet, the Silk Nova All Black series has a well-optimized power temperature coefficient, resulting in smaller efficiency losses at high temperatures compared to many competing modules. This matters in climates like Poland or Southern Europe, where panels can heat up significantly during summer. ### Is the Silk Nova All Black a bifacial panel? No, the Silk Nova All Black series is a monofacial module, not bifacial. The manufacturer prioritized aesthetics - a uniformly black frame and backsheet - combined with the high efficiency of n-type cells, rather than the additional yield from reflected light on the rear side typical of bifacial modules. ### What type of project is the Silk Nova All Black series best suited for? This series is aimed at investors for whom rooftop aesthetics matter as much as energy efficiency. The uniform black design blends with most roof types, while high efficiency and strong low-light performance make it a good choice for limited roof space or less sunny climates. ## Datasheet [Manufacturer datasheet (PDF)](https://comparepv.com/datasheets/FuturaSun_120_470-480W_Silk-Nova-All-Black_EN-b5a861c29a3b.pdf) ## Alternatives | Panel | Power | How it differs | | --- | --- | --- | | [Jinko Solar JKM510T-48HL6M-DB](https://comparepv.com/panel/jinko-solar-jkm510t-48hl6m-db) | 510 W | +40 W, cooler, +3.8 pp | | [Jinko Solar JKM505T-48HL6M-DB](https://comparepv.com/panel/jinko-solar-jkm505t-48hl6m-db) | 505 W | +35 W, cooler, +3.6 pp | | [Jinko Solar JKM500T-48HL6M-DB](https://comparepv.com/panel/jinko-solar-jkm500t-48hl6m-db) | 500 W | +30 W, cooler, +3.3 pp | | [Longi Solar LR7-54HJD-510M](https://comparepv.com/panel/longi-lr7-54hjd-510m) | 510 W | Cooler, +3.3 pp, +5 yr warranty | | [AIKO AIKO-A495-MCE54Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a495-mce54mw) | 495 W | Cooler, +3.1 pp, +5 yr warranty | | [Jinko Solar JKM495T-48HL6M-DB](https://comparepv.com/panel/jinko-solar-jkm495t-48hl6m-db) | 495 W | +25 W, cooler, +3.1 pp | | [Longi Solar LR7-54HJD-505M](https://comparepv.com/panel/longi-lr7-54hjd-505m) | 505 W | Cooler, +3.0 pp, +5 yr warranty | | [WINAICO WST-505BKX54-A2](https://comparepv.com/panel/winaico-wst-505bkx54-a2) | 505 W | +35 W, +3.0 pp, +5 yr warranty | | [Maxeon SPR-BE54-HD505](https://comparepv.com/panel/maxeon-spr-be54-hd505) | 505 W | Heavier, +3.0 pp, +15 yr warranty | | [FuturaSun FU 475 MV Silk Nova All Black](https://comparepv.com/panel/futurasun-fu-475-mv) | 475 W | +0.2 pp | | [FuturaSun FU 480 MVBF Silk Nova EU](https://comparepv.com/panel/futurasun-fu-480-mvbf) | 480 W | +10 W, hotter, +0.5 pp | | [FuturaSun FU 480 MV Silk Nova](https://comparepv.com/panel/futurasun-fu-480-mv) | 480 W | +10 W, +0.5 pp | | [FuturaSun FU 485 MV Silk Nova](https://comparepv.com/panel/futurasun-fu-485-mv) | 485 W | +15 W, +0.7 pp | | [FuturaSun FU 490 MV Silk Nova](https://comparepv.com/panel/futurasun-fu-490-mv) | 490 W | +20 W, +0.9 pp | | [Longi Solar LR7-60HVH-560M](https://comparepv.com/panel/longi-lr7-60hvh-560m) | 560 W | +90 W, +3.1 pp, +5 yr warranty | | [Longi Solar LR7-60HVH-555M](https://comparepv.com/panel/longi-lr7-60hvh-555m) | 555 W | +85 W, +2.9 pp, +5 yr warranty | --- Source: https://comparepv.com/panel/futurasun-fu-470-mv Not in this file, on the page: a thirty-year output simulator and alternatives filtered by how closely they match these dimensions.