--- title: "Gintech GIN P6F-60-260W 260W Solar Panel - Specs & Review | ComparePV" description: "Gintech GIN P6F-60-260W 260W solar panel. Specs: 15.80% efficiency, Polycrystalline cells, dimensions, warranty and temperature coefficient." source: "https://comparepv.com/panel/gintech-gin-p6f-60-260w" updated: 2026-09-11 --- # Gintech GIN P6F-60-260W Middle of its segment, weak in heat 1,015 panels in the 160-360 W band, all technologies ## Identity - **Manufacturer:** Gintech - **Model:** GIN P6F-60-260W - **Series:** GIN P6F-60 - **Rated power:** 260 W - **Cell technology:** Polycrystalline ## How it compares Compared against 160-360 W band, all technologies (1015 panels). | Measure | This panel | Segment median | Standing | Rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Power (Wp) | 260 W | 315 W | Weak - bottom 23% | | | Module efficiency | 15.80% | 17.70% | Weak - bottom 16% | 13,676 | | Power density | 159.8 | 176.4 | Weak - bottom 19% | 13,631 | | Temperature coefficient | -0.410 | -0.360 | Weak - bottom 13% | 13,738 | | Weight (kg) | 18.5 kg | 19.0 kg | Weak - bottom 24% | | | Performance warranty | 25 yrs | 25 yrs | Typical | 9,798 | ### Full peer table | Measure | This panel | Segment median | Standing | Rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Module efficiency | 15.80% | 17.70% | Weak - bottom 16% | 13,676 | | Power density | 159.8 | 176.4 | Weak - bottom 19% | 13,631 | | Temperature coefficient | -0.410 | -0.360 | Weak - bottom 13% | 13,738 | | Weight per kWp | 71.2 | 64.4 | Weak - bottom 24% | 13,459 | | Performance warranty | 25 yrs | 25 yrs | Typical | 9,798 | ### Watch out for - **-0.410 %/°C temperature coefficient** - Bottom 13% of the 160-360 W band, against a median of -0.360. - **15.80% module efficiency** - Bottom 16% of the 160-360 W band, against a median of 17.70%. - **159.8 watts per square metre** - Bottom 19% of the 160-360 W band, against a median of 176.4. - **Best for:** Residential, commercial and cold-climate. - **Not ideal for:** Hot climates, tight roof space and roofs where every square metre has to count. ## Specification ### Electrical - **Rated power (Pmax):** 260 W - **Efficiency:** 15.80 % - **Voltage at Pmax (Vmp):** 30.50 V - **Current at Pmax (Imp):** 8.52 A - **Open-circuit voltage (Voc):** 37.80 V - **Short-circuit current (Isc):** 9.06 A - **Max system voltage:** 1000 V ### Temperature - **Temperature coefficient of Pmax:** -0.410 %/degC - **Temperature coefficient of Voc:** -0.320 %/degC - **Temperature coefficient of Isc:** 0.040 %/degC - **NOCT:** 44 degC ### Cell and construction - **Cell type:** Polycrystalline - **Cell count:** 60 ### Physical - **Length:** 1640 mm - **Width:** 992 mm - **Thickness:** 40 mm - **Weight:** 18.5 kg - **Area:** 1.63 m2 - **Power density:** 159.8 Wp/m2 ### Warranty and degradation - **Product warranty:** 10 years - **Performance warranty:** 25 years - **Output guaranteed at end of warranty:** 80.0 % - **Output after 30 years:** 198 W ## Rank in the whole catalogue | Measure | Position | | --- | --- | | Efficiency | 13676 of 14005 | | Power density | 13631 of 14005 | | Temperature coefficient | 13738 of 14005 | | Weight | 13459 of 14005 | | Warranty | 9798 of 14005 | ## Pros - **Positive power tolerance 0~+5W** - Every module in the GIN P6F-60 series delivers at least its nameplate power — never less. For a 10-panel string of 280 Wp modules, this translates to up to 50 W of additional real output compared to the rated nameplate, improving LCOE over the entire service life. - **High mechanical load resistance** - The panel is rated for snow loads up to 5,400 Pa and wind pressure up to 2,400 Pa — exceeding the common market baseline of 3,000/2,400 Pa. For high-snow Polish climate zones (Podkarpacie, Suwałki region), this is a tangible advantage over lighter-certified polycrystalline competitors. - **Dual corrosion certification (IEC-61701 + IEC-62716)** - Certification for both salt-mist corrosion (IEC-61701) and ammonia corrosion (IEC-62716) enables deployment in coastal zones as well as near livestock farms and industrial facilities — environments where uncertified modules show accelerated degradation of frames and junction boxes. - **Anti-PID protection** - Built-in resistance to Potential Induced Degradation prevents power loss caused by leakage currents through the glass and encapsulant. This is particularly relevant for transformerless string inverter systems — the dominant topology in residential prosumer installations — where PID risk is inherently higher. - **25-year linear power warranty + 10-year product warranty** - The series carries a 25-year linear power warranty alongside a 10-year product warranty — meeting the Tier-1 market minimum. Warranty obligations are honored by United Renewable Energy (URE), the successor entity formed when Gintech merged with Neo Solar Power and Solartech Energy in 2018. ## Cons - **Series discontinued since 2018** - In 2018, Gintech Energy merged with Neo Solar Power and Solartech Energy to form United Renewable Energy (URE). The GIN P6F-60 series is no longer manufactured; new-old-stock availability is extremely limited and replacement components (glass, junction box, frame) may be difficult to source for warranty repairs beyond 2025. - **Max efficiency 17% — below direct peers** - The top variant achieves 17% module efficiency, while comparable 60-cell peer products outperform it: TPL P-60 Series at 17.1%, Rarlon PV Tech Polycrystalline at 17.21%, and Techwise Solar Micro Sun at 21.12%. On space-constrained rooftops this translates to measurably lower energy yield per m². - **Outdated polycrystalline BSF cell technology** - Polycrystalline BSF technology on 156×156 mm cells has been superseded by mono PERC and N-type TOPCon, which deliver 20–22% module efficiency at the same footprint. Virtually all leading manufacturers (LONGi, Jinko, Trina) ceased polycrystalline production before 2022. ## About this series The **GIN P6F-60** series is a polycrystalline module consisting of 60 156x156 mm cells, designed for installations requiring reliability in harsh weather conditions. **A positive power tolerance of 0~+5W** ensures that each panel delivers at least the declared power - never less, which translates into significantly higher energy yields over the entire lifespan. The module stands out with its exceptional **mechanical strength** - it can withstand snow loads up to 5400 Pa and wind pressure up to 2400 Pa, making it an ideal choice for roof-mounted installations in the Polish climate. Certifications for **salt corrosion (IEC-61701)** and ammonia corrosion (IEC-62716) make the series suitable for both coastal areas and locations near agricultural or industrial facilities. An integrated **PID (Potential Induced Degradation) protection** stabilizes the module's parameters for decades of use. Good performance under diffuse light means efficient energy generation, even on cloudy mornings typical of Polish autumn and winter. Each unit undergoes mandatory double EL inspection to eliminate defects at the cell level. The series is covered by a 25-year linear power warranty and a 10-year product warranty. ## Notable figures - Module efficiency of 15.8% is 6.0pp below average for \*\*database\*\* panels (median: 21.8%) - 159.8 W/m² power density is 58.3 W/m² below \*\*database\*\* median (218.1 W/m²) - requires larger installation area - At -0.41%/°C, loses 0.11pp more power per degree than \*\*database\*\* median (-0.30%/°C) - 18.5 kg weight - 8.0 kg lighter than \*\*database\*\* median (26.5 kg), reducing installation effort - Ranked #13676 out of 14005 panels for efficiency in the database ## Questions ### What warranty does the Gintech GIN P6F-60 come with? The GIN P6F-60 series comes with a 10-year product warranty covering materials and workmanship, plus a 25-year linear power output warranty. The linear power warranty guarantees a steady, predictable degradation rate over the full 25-year period, making it straightforward to forecast energy yields across the system's entire operating lifetime. ### What snow and wind loads can the Gintech GIN P6F-60 handle? The GIN P6F-60 module is rated for snow loads up to 5,400 Pa and wind loads up to 2,400 Pa. A 5,400 Pa snow load corresponds to more than 500 kg of snow per square meter, which comfortably covers winter conditions across most of Central Europe, including foothill and mountainous regions. ### What is PID and does the GIN P6F-60 series have protection against it? PID (Potential Induced Degradation) is a gradual power loss caused by leakage currents flowing through the module's frame and glass at high DC voltages. The GIN P6F-60 series features built-in PID protection that stabilizes the module's electrical parameters over decades of operation — particularly important in larger systems with long MPPT strings running at elevated voltages. ### Is the GIN P6F-60 suitable for coastal or agricultural locations? Yes. The GIN P6F-60 holds IEC-61701 salt spray corrosion certification and IEC-62716 ammonia corrosion certification. This makes the series fully suitable for installations near coastlines exposed to salty air, as well as sites adjacent to livestock barns, poultry farms, or industrial facilities where ammonia vapor concentrations are elevated. ### Do Gintech GIN P6F-60 panels generate power on overcast days? Yes. The GIN P6F-60 series offers good low-light performance, meaning the modules generate electricity effectively on cloudy mornings and overcast days typical of Central European autumns and winters. They maintain reasonable efficiency at low irradiance levels, limiting energy losses during prolonged periods of diffuse light. ### What does the 0~+5W positive power tolerance mean for the GIN P6F-60, and why does it matter? The 0~+5W positive power tolerance guarantees that every GIN P6F-60 panel delivers at least its rated 280 Wp — and often slightly more, never less. The system will never be undersized due to factory tolerances. Over a 25-year operating period, this consistently results in higher real-world energy yields compared to modules shipped with symmetric or negative LCOE-impacting tolerances. ## Datasheet [Manufacturer datasheet (PDF)](https://comparepv.com/datasheets/GIN-P6F-60_GintechL-d76c33deb8c7.pdf) ## Alternatives | Panel | Power | How it differs | | --- | --- | --- | | [Canadian Solar CS3K-310P-AG](https://comparepv.com/panel/canadian-solar-cs3k-310p-ag) | 310 W | +50 W, +2.9 pp, +5 yr warranty | | [Rarlon PV Tech RL310HP-120](https://comparepv.com/panel/rarlon-pv-tech-rl310hp-120) | 310 W | +50 W, cooler, +2.8 pp | | [Canadian Solar CS3K-310PB-AG](https://comparepv.com/panel/canadian-solar-cs3k-310pb-ag) | 310 W | +50 W, +2.6 pp, +5 yr warranty | | [Canadian Solar CS3K-305P-AG](https://comparepv.com/panel/canadian-solar-cs3k-305p-ag) | 305 W | Cooler, +2.6 pp, +5 yr warranty | | [SunLink LNSK-310P](https://comparepv.com/panel/sunlink-lnsk-310p) | 310 W | +50 W, cooler, +2.5 pp | | [Rarlon PV Tech RL305HP-120](https://comparepv.com/panel/rarlon-pv-tech-rl305hp-120) | 305 W | +45 W, cooler, +2.5 pp | | [Waaree WS-295](https://comparepv.com/panel/waaree-ws-295) | 295 W | +35 W, cooler, +2.4 pp | | [Canadian Solar CS3K-305PB-AG](https://comparepv.com/panel/canadian-solar-cs3k-305pb-ag) | 305 W | Cooler, +2.3 pp, +5 yr warranty | | [Gintech GIN P6F-60-255W](https://comparepv.com/panel/gintech-gin-p6f-60-255w) | 255 W | -0.3 pp | | [Gintech GIN P6F-60-265W](https://comparepv.com/panel/gintech-gin-p6f-60-265w) | 265 W | +0.3 pp | | [Gintech GIN P6F-60-270W](https://comparepv.com/panel/gintech-gin-p6f-60-270w) | 270 W | +10 W, +0.6 pp | | [Gintech GIN P6F-60-275W](https://comparepv.com/panel/gintech-gin-p6f-60-275w) | 275 W | +15 W, +0.9 pp | | [Gintech GIN P6F-60-280W](https://comparepv.com/panel/gintech-gin-p6f-60-280w) | 280 W | +20 W, +1.2 pp | | [Maxeon SPR-MAX3-400-COM](https://comparepv.com/panel/maxeon-spr-max3-400-com) | 400 W | +140 W, +6.8 pp, +15 yr warranty | | [Lina Energy LEPV 400](https://comparepv.com/panel/lina-energy-lepv-400) | 400 W | +140 W, cooler, +6.5 pp | | [Phono Solar NS-360MH-60](https://comparepv.com/panel/phono-solar-ns-360mh-60) | 360 W | +100 W, cooler, +6.3 pp | --- Source: https://comparepv.com/panel/gintech-gin-p6f-60-260w Not in this file, on the page: a thirty-year output simulator and alternatives filtered by how closely they match these dimensions.