Middle of its segment, weak in heat
The RS8I-M HC series consists of monocrystalline photovoltaic modules built on large 182 mm silicon wafers using half-cut cell technology, combined with PERC passivation and a multi-busbar layout. This combination reduces resistive losses, improves the fill factor, and results in higher module efficiency while keeping a compact footprint - a strong fit for installations where every square meter of roof space matters. Available in Full Black and silver-frame versions, the panels address both the aesthetic expectations of residential projects and the cost-efficiency demands of commercial installations. The construction has been tested for resilience under demanding conditions, including high wind loads, heavy snow loads, and exposure to coastal, desert, and humid lakeside environments. Thanks to half-cut cell design, the risk of power loss from partial shading is significantly reduced, translating into more stable energy output under real-world operating conditions. The modules carry TÜV, IEC61215, and IEC61730 certifications, along with confirmed PID-free performance, making them a dependable choice for installers and investors who expect a long-term, trouble-free operation of their solar array.
Ranking
Signals from the data
Residential, commercial and shaded-installations.
Hot climates.
Bottom 23% of the 460-660 W band, against a median of -0.300.
- Efficiency of 21.7% matches the database median
- Power density of 216.7 W/m² matches the database median
- -0.34%/°C temperature coefficient - 0.04pp worse than database median (-0.30%/°C), expect higher hot weather losses
- At 28.6 kg, this panel is 2.1 kg heavier than the database median (26.5 kg) - more demanding for installation crews
- Ranked #7588 out of 14005 panels for efficiency in the database
Specifications
Simulations
Degradation from this panel's own datasheet figures. No inverter, soiling or shading losses.
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