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Talesun CIPRO-TN9C54M-490W
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CIPRO-TN9C54M-490W

490 Wp TOPCon
ComparePV verdict

Space saver, no clear weak spot

Rank 5,226 of 14,005
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Power (Wp)
490
Strong · top 12%
Efficiency (%)
23.80
Strong · top 3%
Density (Wp/m²)
240.1
Strong · top 2%
Temp (%/°C)
-0.260
Strong · top 3%
Weight (kg)
21.4
Strong · 2.6 kg below median
Warranty (yrs)
30
Typical · median 30 yrs

The Talesun CIPRO-TN9C54M(H) series comprises monocrystalline modules featuring a modern cell architecture, designed to extract more energy from every square meter of installation. The key advantage is high module efficiency combined with favorable performance in high temperatures, which in practice helps minimize losses in yield during summer and on highly heated roofs. The applied solutions also support optimization for partial shading - crucial when elements like chimneys, window frames, or seasonal tree shadows appear on the roof.

This series is for investors seeking stable performance parameters in real operating conditions: from residential small-scale systems, through small and medium-sized businesses, up to larger rooftop systems on factory halls and ground-mounted structures. What sets it apart from many competitive panels is its high resistance to micro-cracking and good protection against LID and PID degradation, facilitating high energy production over many years.

Ranking

1,089 panels in the segment TOPCon 450-500 W
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 23.80% 22.52% Strong · top 3% 433
Power density 240.1 225.2 Strong · top 2% 313
Temperature coefficient -0.260 -0.290 Strong · top 3% 511
Weight per kWp 43.7 52.2 Strong · top 3% 323
Performance warranty 30 yrs 30 yrs Typical 21
Colour key Strong - top 25% Typical - middle 50% Weak - bottom 25%

Signals from the data

3 positive · 0 caution
Best for

Residential, commercial, shaded-installations and hot-climate.

Strengths
240.1 watts per square metre

Top 2% of the TOPCon 450-500 W segment, against a median of 225.2. Ranked 313th in the whole database.

43.7 kg per kWp

Top 3% of the TOPCon 450-500 W segment, against a median of 52.2. Ranked 323rd in the whole database.

23.80% module efficiency

Top 3% of the TOPCon 450-500 W segment, against a median of 22.52%. Ranked 433rd in the whole database.

Notes from the database
  • 23.8% module efficiency - 1.3pp better than the TOPCon 450-500W median of 22.5%
  • Power density of 240.1 W/m² packs 14.9 W/m² more into the same footprint vs TOPCon 450-500W median (225.2 W/m²)
  • Temperature coefficient of -0.26%/°C vs median -0.29%/°C means ~1% less power loss at 65°C
  • At 21.4 kg, this panel is 2.6 kg lighter than TOPCon 450-500W median (24.0 kg) - easier handling during installation
  • In the top 3% for efficiency among all TOPCon panels

Specifications

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Nominal power (Pmax) 490 Wp Nameplate at 1000 W/m², 25 °C
Module efficiency 23.80 % Strong Segment median 22.52%
Vmpp · Impp 33.88 V · 14.47 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 40.93 V · 15.14 A Sizes the string length
Max system voltage 1500 V Longer strings than 1000 V modules
Dimensions 1800×1134×30 mm · 2.04 m² of roof
Weight 21.4 kg Strong Strong · 2.6 kg below median
Cells 108 · TOPCon Monocrystalline
Coefficient Pmax -0.260 %/°C Strong top 3% of its segment
Coefficient Voc · Isc -0.220 · 0.050 %/°C
Product warranty 15 years Hardware defects only
Performance warranty 30 years Typical median 30 yrs · median 30 yrs
End-of-warranty output 88.8 % Equals 435 W guaranteed
Degradation 1.00 → 0.35 % First year, then annual

Datasheet charts

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Measured curves published by Talesun in this model's datasheet. A chart carrying a wattage was measured on that variant alone - only the ones that describe 490 Wp appear here. The rest cover the whole series.

30-year Linear Performance Warranty 30-year Linear Performance Warranty Whole series

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
-0.260 %/°C against a segment median of -0.290
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Filter these
Size
Panel Power Eff. Temp. Weight Difference
Talesun CIPRO-TN9C54M-490W 490 W 23.80% -0.260 21.4 kg You are here
LR7-54HJD-510M 510 W 25.00% -0.240 23.5 kg Cooler, heavier, +1.2 pp
AIKO-A495-MCE54Mw 495 W 24.80% -0.260 21.0 kg +1.0 pp
LR7-54HJD-505M 505 W 24.70% -0.240 23.5 kg Cooler, heavier, +0.9 pp
AIKO-A490-MCE54Mw 490 W 24.50% -0.260 21.0 kg +0.7 pp
LR7-54HJD-500M 500 W 24.50% -0.240 23.5 kg Cooler, heavier, +0.7 pp
CIPRO-TN9C54M-500W 500 W 24.50% -0.260 21.4 kg +10 W, +0.7 pp
CIPRO-TN9C54M-470W 470 W 23.00% -0.260 21.4 kg -20 W, -0.8 pp
CIPRO-TN9C54M-475W 475 W 23.27% -0.260 21.4 kg -15 W, -0.5 pp
CIPRO-TN9C54M-480W 480 W 23.30% -0.260 21.4 kg -10 W, -0.5 pp
CIPRO-TM9C54M-485 485 W 23.80% -0.260 20.8 kg Very close match

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Common questions

6 answered
What is the maximum power output of the Talesun CIPRO-TN9C54M(H) series panels?
The highest-output variants in the CIPRO-TN9C54M(H) series reach up to 500 Wp of maximum power. Thanks to monocrystalline TOPCon cells, the module delivers high efficiency per square meter, allowing more energy from limited roof space and fewer panels needed to reach a target system size.
What is TOPCon technology, and does it actually matter in Talesun CIPRO panels?
TOPCon is an n-type cell technology with an added passivation layer that reduces electron losses and boosts efficiency compared to older PERC cells. In practice, this means higher module power, lower degradation over time, and better performance at high temperatures. In the CIPRO-TN9C54M(H) series, this translates into more stable energy yield throughout the module's lifetime, especially during summer.
What warranty comes with Talesun CIPRO-TN9C54M(H) panels?
The series is covered by a 15-year product warranty and a 30-year power output warranty, guaranteeing a specified percentage of nominal power over the years of operation. This extended coverage goes beyond the previous market standard of 25 years and reflects the manufacturer's confidence in the durability of TOPCon cells and their anti-degradation technology.
Are Talesun CIPRO panels suitable for a roof with a chimney or dormer causing partial shading?
Yes, the CIPRO-TN9C54M(H) series is engineered to reduce losses under partial shading, which matters for roofs with chimneys, dormers, or intermittent tree shade. The module's design helps maintain higher energy production even when part of the panel surface is obstructed, compared to conventional modules without this optimization.
How do CIPRO-TN9C54M(H) modules perform in summer on a roof that heats up significantly?
Thanks to TOPCon technology, panels in this series have a more favorable power temperature coefficient than older PERC modules, meaning less efficiency loss at high panel temperatures. In practice, this results in higher energy yield on hot days and on poorly ventilated roofs, where module temperature can significantly exceed ambient temperature.
Is Talesun a Tier 1 manufacturer, and are its panels trustworthy?
Yes, Talesun holds Tier 1 manufacturer status, indicating financial stability and well-documented, long-term experience in large-scale PV module production. Headquartered in China, the company has supplied panels to European markets for years, and Tier 1 status also makes it easier to secure project financing, as banks and leasing companies often require this confirmation of manufacturer reliability.
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