--- title: "Risen RSM156-6-445M 445W Solar Panel - Specs & Review | ComparePV" description: "Risen RSM156-6-445M 445W solar panel. Specs: 20.50% efficiency, Monocrystalline cells, dimensions, warranty and temperature coefficient." source: "https://comparepv.com/panel/risen-energy-co-ltd-rsm156-6-445m" updated: 2026-09-11 --- # Risen RSM156-6-445M Middle of its segment, weak in heat 954 panels in the segment PERC 400-450 W ## Identity - **Manufacturer:** Risen - **Model:** RSM156-6-445M - **Series:** Jäger Plus - **Rated power:** 445 W - **Cell technology:** PERC ## How it compares Compared against segment PERC 400-450 W (954 panels). | Measure | This panel | Segment median | Standing | Rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Power (Wp) | 445 W | 410 W | Strong - top 5% | | | Module efficiency | 20.50% | 20.60% | Typical | 11,308 | | Power density | 205.1 | 206.2 | Typical | 11,310 | | Temperature coefficient | -0.370 | -0.350 | Weak - bottom 5% | 13,081 | | Weight (kg) | 25.5 kg | 22.0 kg | Weak - bottom 23% | | | Performance warranty | 25 yrs | 25 yrs | Typical | 9,798 | ### Full peer table | Measure | This panel | Segment median | Standing | Rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Module efficiency | 20.50% | 20.60% | Typical | 11,308 | | Power density | 205.1 | 206.2 | Typical | 11,310 | | Temperature coefficient | -0.370 | -0.350 | Weak - bottom 5% | 13,081 | | Weight per kWp | 57.3 | 53.0 | Weak - bottom 23% | 11,160 | | Performance warranty | 25 yrs | 25 yrs | Typical | 9,798 | ### Watch out for - **-0.370 %/°C temperature coefficient** - Bottom 5% of the PERC 400-450 W segment, against a median of -0.350. Ranked 13,081st in the whole database. - **57.3 kg per kWp** - Bottom 23% of the PERC 400-450 W segment, against a median of 53.0. - **Best for:** Residential, commercial, shaded-installations and hot-climate. - **Not ideal for:** Hot climates and weight-limited structures. ## Specification ### Electrical - **Rated power (Pmax):** 445 W - **Efficiency:** 20.50 % - **Voltage at Pmax (Vmp):** 43.90 V - **Current at Pmax (Imp):** 10.15 A - **Open-circuit voltage (Voc):** 52.72 V - **Short-circuit current (Isc):** 10.77 A - **Max system voltage:** 1500 V ### Temperature - **Temperature coefficient of Pmax:** -0.370 %/degC - **Temperature coefficient of Voc:** -0.290 %/degC - **Temperature coefficient of Isc:** 0.050 %/degC - **NOCT:** 44 degC ### Cell and construction - **Cell type:** Monocrystalline - **Cell technology:** PERC - **Cell count:** 156 ### Physical - **Length:** 2178 mm - **Width:** 996 mm - **Thickness:** 40 mm - **Weight:** 25.5 kg - **Area:** 2.17 m2 - **Power density:** 205.1 Wp/m2 ### Warranty and degradation - **Product warranty:** 12 years - **Performance warranty:** 25 years - **Output guaranteed at end of warranty:** 84.8 % - **First-year degradation:** 2.00 % - **Annual degradation:** 0.55 % - **Output after 30 years:** 365 W ## Rank in the whole catalogue | Measure | Position | | --- | --- | | Efficiency | 11308 of 14005 | | Power density | 11310 of 14005 | | Temperature coefficient | 13081 of 14005 | | Weight | 11160 of 14005 | | Warranty | 9798 of 14005 | ## About this series The Risen Jäger Plus series redefines performance standards in the renewable energy sector, utilizing advanced monocrystalline architecture. A key differentiator of these modules is **Half-Cut cell technology**, which drastically reduces resistive losses and ensures the panels perform much better in partial shading conditions than traditional solutions. Through the use of multiple busbars (Multi-busbar), this series offers a **shortened charge flow path**, which directly translates into higher solar-to-electrical energy conversion efficiency. Investors appreciate these modules primarily for their **exceptional resistance to the PID effect** and excellent durability against mechanical loads, which is crucial for the safety of the installation over the years. Importantly, Jäger Plus is characterized by a **low temperature coefficient**, allowing for high yields even during summer heat when standard cells lose their efficiency. This is a solution perfectly tailored to the needs of demanding single-family homeowners and businesses that want to maximize their return on investment while maintaining the highest technical reliability. The use of these panels allows for solving the problem of limited mounting space, delivering **higher power density** from every square meter of roof or ground. ## Notable figures - At 20.5% efficiency, this panel is on par with typical \*\*PERC 400-450W\*\* modules - Power density of 205.1 W/m² matches the \*\*PERC 400-450W\*\* median - At -0.37%/°C, loses 0.02pp more power per degree than \*\*PERC 400-450W\*\* median (-0.35%/°C) - At 25.5 kg (3.5 kg above \*\*PERC 400-450W\*\* median of 22.0 kg), requires checking roof load capacity - In the top 81% for efficiency among all PERC panels ## Questions ### What warranty does the Risen Jäger Plus series come with and what does it cover? The Risen Jäger Plus carries a 12-year product warranty covering material and workmanship defects, along with a 25-year linear power output warranty. Risen guarantees at least 84.3% of nominal power after 25 years, with an annual degradation rate not exceeding 0.55%. These figures are consistent with industry expectations for Tier 1 manufacturers, a category Risen firmly belongs to. ### What is half-cut PERC technology and why does it matter in the Jäger Plus panels? Half-cut cells are standard solar cells sliced in half, which lowers the current flowing through each cell and significantly reduces resistive losses. Combined with PERC technology, which reflects unabsorbed light back into the cell for a second pass, the Jäger Plus achieves noticeably higher conversion efficiency than older full-cell modules. In practical terms, this means better performance under partial shading and lower operating temperatures. ### Do Risen Jäger Plus 455W panels perform well in hot summer conditions? Yes. The Jäger Plus series features a low temperature coefficient, meaning it loses less power than cheaper alternatives when cell temperature rises above the standard 25°C test condition. On a hot day, when module surface temperatures can reach 60-70°C, panels with a low temperature coefficient generate measurably more electricity. This is particularly important for maximizing summer energy yields. ### Are Jäger Plus panels resistant to PID and how does that affect long-term system performance? Yes, the Risen Jäger Plus offers strong resistance to Potential Induced Degradation (PID), a phenomenon caused by voltage differentials across a PV system that can lead to double-digit power losses within just a few years in non-resistant modules. With PID resistance built in, Jäger Plus installations maintain stable output throughout the entire 25-year power warranty period, directly improving the system's LCOE and return on investment. ### Is the Risen Jäger Plus 455W panel suitable for a pitched residential rooftop installation? Yes, the Jäger Plus series up to 455 Wp is widely used in residential prosumer installations on pitched roofs. Each module weighs approximately 25.5 kg, which requires a properly rated racking system but is fully compatible with standard mounting solutions available on the market. Wind and snow load calculations should be factored into the system design to ensure structural safety. ### How do Risen Jäger Plus panels differ from cheaper monocrystalline modules without multi-busbar technology? The key difference is the multi-busbar (MBB) cell design. Conventional modules typically use 4-5 busbars, while the Jäger Plus uses significantly more. This shortens the current path within each cell, reducing internal resistance losses and increasing tolerance to micro-cracks. The practical result is higher module efficiency, better long-term power retention, and improved resilience against mechanical stress during handling and installation. ## Datasheet [Manufacturer datasheet (PDF)](https://comparepv.com/datasheets/5ea64f3aa968e-232c9ad5e4a9.pdf) ## Alternatives | Panel | Power | How it differs | | --- | --- | --- | | [AIKO AIKO-A495-MCE54Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a495-mce54mw) | 495 W | +50 W, cooler, +4.3 pp | | [AIKO AIKO-A490-MCE54Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a490-mce54mw) | 490 W | Cooler, +4.0 pp, +5 yr warranty | | [Suntech STP-NT11/48QGSF-490](https://comparepv.com/panel/suntech-stp-nt11-48qgsf-490) | 490 W | Cooler, +4.0 pp, +5 yr warranty | | [JA Solar JAT54S40-485/LR](https://comparepv.com/panel/ja-solar-jat54s40-485-lr) | 485 W | Cooler, lighter, +3.8 pp | | [AIKO AIKO-A485-MCE54Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a485-mce54mw) | 485 W | Cooler, +3.8 pp, +5 yr warranty | | [Longi Solar LR7-54HJD-495M](https://comparepv.com/panel/longi-lr7-54hjd-495m) | 495 W | +50 W, cooler, +3.8 pp | | [AIKO AIKO-A485-MAH54Mw](https://comparepv.com/panel/aiko-aiko-a485-mah54mw) | 485 W | Cooler, +3.8 pp, +5 yr warranty | | [Risen RSM156-6-430M](https://comparepv.com/panel/risen-energy-co-ltd-rsm156-6-430m) | 430 W | -15 W, -0.7 pp | | [Risen RSM156-6-435M](https://comparepv.com/panel/risen-energy-co-ltd-rsm156-6-435m) | 435 W | -10 W, -0.4 pp | | [Risen RSM156-6-440M](https://comparepv.com/panel/risen-energy-co-ltd-rsm156-6-440m) | 440 W | Very close match | | [Risen RSM156-6-450M](https://comparepv.com/panel/risen-energy-co-ltd-rsm156-6-450m) | 450 W | Very close match | | [Risen RSM156-6-455M](https://comparepv.com/panel/risen-energy-co-ltd-rsm156-6-455m) | 455 W | +10 W, +0.5 pp | | [Horay Solar HS530TC-MHG-D](https://comparepv.com/panel/horay-solar-hs530tc-mhg-d) | 530 W | +85 W, cooler, +1.7 pp | | [MY Solar MS480NC-HJTPBFT](https://comparepv.com/panel/my-solar-ms480nc-hjtpbft) | 480 W | Cooler, +1.6 pp, +5 yr warranty | | [Horay Solar HS525TC-MHG-D](https://comparepv.com/panel/horay-solar-hs525tc-mhg-d) | 525 W | +80 W, cooler, +1.5 pp | | [MY Solar MS475NC-HJTPBFT](https://comparepv.com/panel/my-solar-ms475nc-hjtpbft) | 475 W | Cooler, +1.4 pp, +5 yr warranty | --- Source: https://comparepv.com/panel/risen-energy-co-ltd-rsm156-6-445m Not in this file, on the page: a thirty-year output simulator and alternatives filtered by how closely they match these dimensions.