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RS8I-M TOPCON-445

445 Wp TOPCon
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Solid all-round for its segment

Rank 8,874 of 14,005
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Power (Wp)
445
Strong · top 8%
Efficiency (%)
22.27
Typical · median 22.00%
Density (Wp/m²)
222.7
Typical · median 220.2
Temp (%/°C)
-0.300
Typical · median -0.290
Weight (kg)
22.3
Typical · median 22.0 kg
Warranty (yrs)
30
Typical · median 30 yrs

The Resun Solar RS8I-M TOPCon series is built for installations where every square meter of roof or ground space counts. The panel is based on N-type TOPCon cells in a half-cut configuration, which reduces power losses from partial shading and delivers better performance stability at high temperatures compared to conventional PERC modules. The applied multi-busbar technology improves current collection across the cell surface and strengthens interconnection reliability, meaningfully lowering the risk of microcracks and long-term degradation. The RS8I-M series is well suited both for residential rooftop installations and smaller commercial projects, where high productivity is expected despite limited mounting area. Thanks to its low temperature coefficient, the panels maintain output even on hot days, translating into higher real-world energy yield compared to older technologies. The manufacturer backs build quality with a long-term product and power warranty, along with certifications confirming compliance with international safety and performance standards, including verified resistance to PID degradation. This is a solid choice for investors seeking proven TOPCon technology at a reasonable price-to-performance ratio.

Ranking

1,218 panels in the segment TOPCon 400-450 W
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 22.27% 22.00% Typical 5,481
Power density 222.7 220.2 Typical 5,302
Temperature coefficient -0.300 -0.290 Typical 6,093
Weight per kWp 50.1 51.4 Typical 3,606
Performance warranty 30 yrs 30 yrs Typical 21
Colour key Strong - top 25% Typical - middle 50% Weak - bottom 25%

Signals from the data

0 positive · 0 caution
Best for

Commercial, utility-scale, shaded-installations and hot-climate.

Notes from the database
  • Efficiency of 22.3% matches the TOPCon 400-450W median
  • Power density of 222.7 W/m² matches the TOPCon 400-450W median
  • Temperature coefficient of -0.30%/°C matches the TOPCon 400-450W median
  • #5481 for efficiency, #6093 for temperature performance out of 14005 panels

Specifications

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Nominal power (Pmax) 445 Wp Nameplate at 1000 W/m², 25 °C
Module efficiency 22.27 % Typical Segment median 22.00%
Vmpp · Impp 44.25 V · 10.06 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 52.40 V · 10.75 A Sizes the string length
Max system voltage 1500 V Longer strings than 1000 V modules
Dimensions 1762×1134×35 mm · 2.00 m² of roof
Weight 22.3 kg Typical Typical · median 22.0 kg
Cells 144 · TOPCon Monocrystalline
Coefficient Pmax -0.300 %/°C Typical median -0.290 of its segment
Coefficient Voc · Isc -0.250 · 0.045 %/°C
NOCT 45 °C At 800 W/m², 20 °C ambient
Product warranty 15 years Hardware defects only
Performance warranty 30 years Typical median 30 yrs · median 30 yrs
Degradation 0.50 % Per year after the first

Datasheet charts

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Measured curves published by Resun Solar in this model's datasheet. A chart carrying a wattage was measured on that variant alone - only the ones that describe 445 Wp appear here. The rest cover the whole series.

0.5% Annual Degradation over 30 years 0.5% Annual Degradation over 30 years Whole series I-V Curves of PV Module (445 W) I-V Curves of PV Module (445 W) 445 W P-V Curves of PV Module (445W) P-V Curves of PV Module (445W) 445 W

Simulations

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Lifetime output & value
30 years at 1200 kWh/kWp/year and €0.50 per kWh
Power in year 30
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Lifetime energy
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Energy value
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Degradation from this panel's own datasheet figures. No inverter, soiling or shading losses.

Heat losses
-0.300 %/°C against a segment median of -0.290
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Resun Solar RS8I-M TOPCON-445 445 W 22.27% -0.300 22.3 kg You are here
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JAT54S40-485/LR 485 W 24.30% -0.260 19.3 kg +40 W, cooler, +2.0 pp
AIKO-A485-MCE54Mw 485 W 24.30% -0.260 21.0 kg +40 W, cooler, +2.0 pp
LR7-54HJD-495M 495 W 24.30% -0.240 23.5 kg +50 W, cooler, +2.0 pp
AIKO-A485-MAH54Mw 485 W 24.30% -0.260 21.5 kg +40 W, cooler, +2.0 pp
RS8I-M TOPCON-425 425 W 21.27% -0.300 22.3 kg -20 W, -1.0 pp
RS8I-M TOPCON-430 430 W 21.52% -0.300 22.3 kg -15 W, -0.8 pp
RS8I-M TOPCON-435 435 W 21.77% -0.300 22.3 kg -10 W, -0.5 pp
RS8I-M TOPCON-440 440 W 22.02% -0.300 22.3 kg -0.2 pp
RS8I-M TOPCON-450 450 W 22.52% -0.300 22.3 kg +0.2 pp
RS8I-M TOPCON-455 455 W 22.77% -0.300 22.3 kg +10 W, +0.5 pp
RS8I-M TOPCON-460 460 W 23.02% -0.300 22.3 kg +15 W, +0.8 pp
LR7-54HJD-510M 510 W 25.00% -0.240 23.5 kg +65 W, cooler, +2.7 pp
LR7-54HJD-505M 505 W 24.70% -0.240 23.5 kg +60 W, cooler, +2.4 pp

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Common questions

6 answered
What is the maximum power output of the Resun Solar RS8I-M TOPCon panel?
Modules from the RS8I-M TOPCon series reach a maximum power output of up to 630 Wp. This is achieved through N-type TOPCon half-cut cells combined with multi-busbar technology, which increase the active surface area and current collection efficiency. This means a higher energy yield per roof area compared to classic PERC panels of similar dimensions.
Are RS8I-M TOPCon panels bifacial?
No, the RS8I-M TOPCon series consists of mono-facial modules optimized for standard rooftop and ground-mounted installations without relying on reflected light from the ground. If additional energy gain from the rear side is a priority, the manufacturer's bifacial lineup should be considered instead, but for typical residential installations a mono-facial panel is more than sufficient.
What warranty comes with the Resun Solar RS8I-M TOPCon series?
The manufacturer provides a 15-year product warranty and a 30-year linear power output warranty. This means that over three decades of operation, the panel maintains a guaranteed percentage of its original power, while manufacturing or material defects are covered during the first 15 years. This is a standard benchmark for modern TOPCon-based modules.
How does TOPCon technology in the RS8I-M differ from classic PERC panels?
The N-type TOPCon cells used in the RS8I-M have lower recombination losses and better surface passivation than P-type PERC cells, resulting in higher efficiency and slower power degradation over time. TOPCon also handles high operating temperatures better, so during hot weather on a heated roof, the panel loses less power than a comparable PERC module.
Do RS8I-M TOPCon panels perform well on hot days?
Yes, thanks to the low temperature coefficient of TOPCon cells, RS8I-M modules lose less power as operating temperature rises compared to older PERC technology. In practice this means a higher real-world energy yield in summer, when rooftop panels can heat up to 60-70 degrees Celsius, making this an important advantage in warmer climates.
Is RS8I-M TOPCon a good choice for a small rooftop installation?
Yes, the high power output per single module (up to 630 Wp) makes the RS8I-M series particularly suitable for limited roof space where maximizing total system power matters. Fewer panels are needed to reach the target capacity, which also means faster installation and fewer mounting points on the roof structure.
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