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Selfa panels, read off the datasheets

Selfa has 34 modules in the database, from 310 to 550 Wp.

Everything below is computed from those 34 datasheets: no score out of ten, no ranking of brands against each other, and nothing a manufacturer can pay to change. Where Selfa does not publish a figure, it is left out of the average rather than assumed.

Panels
34
models in the database
Average efficiency
20.5%
across the catalogue
Best efficiency
22.6%
their strongest module
Power range
310-550 Wp
smallest to largest
Bifacial share
9%
3 dual-sided models
Average warranty
28 years
guaranteed output term
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The top of the range

The leaders of Selfa's own catalogue on the two figures a specification sheet leads with. Neither is a verdict: the most efficient module in a range is rarely the one that suits a given roof.

Most efficient module efficiency
1 SV120M.3.4-500 Monocrystalline bifacial 500 Wp 22.6% 2 SV120M.2.4-500 Monocrystalline bifacial 500 Wp 22.6% 3 SV108M.2.4-450 Monocrystalline bifacial 450 Wp 22.5% 4 SV108M.3.4-450 Monocrystalline 450 Wp 22.5% 5 SV108M.2.4-440 Monocrystalline 440 Wp 22.0%
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Highest power nameplate output
1 SV144M.5.3-550 Monocrystalline 21.3% 550 Wp 2 SV144M.5.3-545 Monocrystalline 21.1% 545 Wp 3 SV144M.5.3-540 Monocrystalline 20.9% 540 Wp 4 SV144M.5.1-540 Monocrystalline 20.9% 540 Wp 5 SV120M.3.4-500 Monocrystalline bifacial 22.6% 500 Wp
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By what the array is for

Three cuts of the same catalogue, each ordered by efficiency inside its band. An empty column means the brand does not build for that case.

For a house roof 380-460 Wp
1 SV108M.2.4-450 Monocrystalline bifacial 450 Wp 22.5% 2 SV108M.3.4-450 Monocrystalline 450 Wp 22.5% 3 SV108M.2.4-440 Monocrystalline 440 Wp 22.0% 4 SV108M.3.4-440 Monocrystalline 440 Wp 22.0% 5 SV108M.2.4-430 Monocrystalline 430 Wp 21.5%
For a commercial array 500 Wp and up
1 SV144M.5.3-550 Monocrystalline 550 Wp 21.3% 2 SV144M.5.3-545 Monocrystalline 545 Wp 21.1% 3 SV144M.5.3-540 Monocrystalline 540 Wp 20.9% 4 SV144M.5.1-540 Monocrystalline 540 Wp 20.9% 5 SV120M.3.4-500 Monocrystalline bifacial 500 Wp 22.6%
For a ground mount dual-sided
1 SV120M.3.4-500 Monocrystalline bifacial 500 Wp 22.6% 2 SV120M.2.4-500 Monocrystalline bifacial 500 Wp 22.6% 3 SV108M.2.4-450 Monocrystalline bifacial 450 Wp 22.5%
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What the catalogue is made of

Cell technology across the market

Shares are of the 34 modules in the database, counted once each. A power ladder of one module counts as its rungs, which is why a large catalogue is not the same as a wide one.

Cell technology share of the catalogue
PERC 73.5% 25 N-type 26.5% 9
PERC accounts for 73.5% of the catalogue - 25 of 34 modules.
Efficiency spread share of the catalogue
<20% 38.2% 13 20-21% 23.5% 8 21-22% 20.6% 7 22-23% 17.6% 6
04

Strengths and gaps

Both lists are derived from the figures above rather than written about the brand. A gap here is a gap in what is published, which is not always a gap in what is built.

What this catalogue is good at
  • High-efficiency panels available (up to 22.6%)
  • Strong warranty coverage averaging 28 years
  • Established manufacturer with 34+ years of experience
Where it is thin
  • Average efficiency of 20.5% is below the industry leading edge
  • Limited bifacial panel options
  • Limited adoption of latest cell technologies (TOPCon/HJT)
05

In short

Selfa: Selfa is a solid option, offering 34 panels suitable for both residential and commercial buyers. With an average efficiency of 20.5% and top models reaching 22.6%, their panels deliver competitive performance.
Common questions
Is Selfa a good solar panel manufacturer?
Selfa offers 34 solar panel models with an average efficiency of 20.5%. Check their full panel lineup on ComparePV to find the best model for your needs.
What types of solar panels does Selfa make?
Selfa manufactures panels ranging from 310W to 550W, covering both residential and commercial applications. Their portfolio includes PERC (74%), N-type (26%) cell technologies.
How efficient are Selfa solar panels?
Selfa panels have an average efficiency of 20.5%, with their most efficient model reaching 22.6%. This puts them in the competitive range in the current market.
Does Selfa make bifacial solar panels?
Yes, Selfa offers 3 bifacial panels, representing 9% of their portfolio. Bifacial panels can generate additional energy from the rear side, making them ideal for ground-mounted systems.
What warranty does Selfa offer on their solar panels?
Selfa panels come with an average performance warranty of 28 years. This warranty guarantees that the panels will maintain a specified level of power output over time, protecting your investment against degradation beyond normal levels.
Are Selfa panels good for residential use?
Selfa offers panels in the residential-friendly 380-460W range. For home installations, look for models with high efficiency and compact dimensions to maximize power from limited roof space. Browse their full lineup on ComparePV to filter by power range and specifications.
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Compared with

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