Warranty pick, weak in heat
The RS6E-150/160P series consists of compact polycrystalline modules designed for installations where every inch of roof space counts, while still needing to withstand genuinely demanding conditions. With their small footprint and 36-cell configuration, these panels fit where larger module formats simply won't - on smaller roof sections, carports, or outbuildings. The modules stand out thanks to their anti-reflective, hydrophobic coating, which improves light absorption and reduces surface dust buildup, translating into more stable energy yield even in the morning, evening, or on cloudy days. This is a solution built for harsh environmental conditions - coastal areas, deserts, and lakeside locations - where high resistance to wind and snow loads matters most. The manufacturer guarantees a positive power tolerance of 0~+5W, removing the risk of underperforming installations, and the panel's robust weather-resistant construction is backed by a 30-year linear power warranty. It's a sound choice for investors looking for a reliable, proven solution in a smaller format for on-grid applications.
Ranking
Signals from the data
Residential.
Hot climates.
Top 16% of the 50-250 W band, against a median of 25 yrs.
Bottom 18% of the 50-250 W band, against a median of -0.370.
- Efficiency of 15.2% is 6.6pp below the database median (21.8%)
- At 151.5 W/m², this panel generates 66.6 W/m² less per unit area than database median (218.1 W/m²)
- At -0.39%/°C, loses 0.09pp more power per degree than database median (-0.30%/°C)
- #13772 for efficiency, #13579 for temperature performance out of 14005 panels
Specifications
Simulations
Degradation from this panel's own datasheet figures. No inverter, soiling or shading losses.
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