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Series 7 FT1 Datasheet

Series 7 FT1 Datasheet

Series 7 FT1 Datasheet

Product catalog summary
Overview
The document provides detailed specifications and features of the Series 7 FT1 thin film solar modules by First Solar, designed for large/utility-scale PV projects. These modules are manufactured in India and offer enhanced efficiency, installation speed, and lifetime energy performance.

Key Features
  • Lifetime Energy Performance: Industry-leading 0.3% annual degradation rate, with a warranty to retain over 90.8% power output after 25 years.
  • Quality and Reliability: End-to-end manufacturing ensures consistent quality, with certifications to IEC standards and a 25-year linear performance warranty.
  • Optimized Design: Features include a frameless design for better soiling and snow shedding, and a dual junction box design to reduce wire management complexity.
  • Eco-efficiency: The modules have a leading carbon and water footprint, with globally available recycling services.

Technical Specifications
  • Mechanical Description: The module measures 2300mm in length and 1216mm in width, with a weight of 36.8kg. It features a galvanized steel frame and heat-strengthened glass.
  • Electrical Specifications: Nominal power ranges from 505W to 540W with efficiencies up to 19.3%. The modules operate at a maximum system voltage of 1500V.
  • Temperature Characteristics: Operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C, with specific temperature coefficients for power, voltage, and current.

Certifications and Tests
  • Modules are UL 61730 1500V listed and certified to IEC 61215:2021 and 61730-1:2016 standards, among others.
  • Extended durability tests include IEC TS 63209-1 and long-term sequential thresher tests.

Packaging Information
  • Modules are packaged with 48 per pack, suitable for installation in portrait orientation only.

Disclaimer
The document notes that specifications are subject to change and advises consulting the Module User Guide for detailed technical information.
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Catalog excerpts

Series 7 FT1 Datasheet-1

INDIA MODULE DATASHEET 505-540 Watt Thin Film Solar Module Series 7 FT1 thin film solar modules combine First Solar’s thin film technology with an optimized structural design to deliver improved efficiency, enhanced installation velocity, and unmatched lifetime energy performance for large/utility-scale PV projects. More Lifetime Energy per Nameplate Watt • Industry’s best (0.3%) annual degradation rate • Warranted to retain >90.8% power output after 25 years • Superior temperature coefficient, spectral and shading response Unmatched Quality and Reliability • End-to-end manufacturing process for globally consistent quality • Tested and certified to IEC standards and beyond • Durable glass/glass construction • Immune to and warranted against power loss from cell cracking • 25-year Linear Performance Warranty • 10-year Limited Product Warranty Optimized Module Design • Optimized back rail mount design enhances installation velocity • Frameless design improves soiling and snow shedding • Dual junction box design reduces wire management complexity and cost Industry’s Most Eco-efficient PV Solution WARRANTY START POINT • Industry leading carbon footprint, water footprint and energy payback time • Globally available PV module recycling services Domestically Manufactured LINEAR PERFORMANCE WARRANTY • Manufactured in India, for the Indian market First Solar Lifetime Energy Advantage WARRANTED ANNUAL DEGRADATION RATE From 25 Year Warranted Annual Power Degradation Learn more about First Solar and Series 7 FT1 at firstsolar.com/S7 First Solar, Inc. | firstsolar.com | [email protected] Power Output (%) c-Si # First Sol 2 ar | 0.30 c-Si # | 0.45% D % Degra e 1|0 dation .55% gradation | 1.9% Deg r Fir st S adatio olar A n|2 dvanta .6% F ge ir st S olar A d van t age

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Series 7 FT1 Datasheet-2

MODEL TYPES: FS-7XXXA-FT1 (XXX = NOMINAL POWER) RATINGS AT STANDARD TEST CONDITIONS (1000W/m2, AM 1.5, 25°C)2 CERTIFICATIONS & LISTINGS Nominal Power3 (-0/+5%) UL 61730 1500V Listed IEC 61215:2021 & 61730-1:20165 IEC 61701 Salt Mist Corrosion IEC 60068-2-68 Dust and Sand Resistance BIS EXTENDED DURABILITY TESTS Current at Pmax Open Circuit Voltage Short Circuit Current Maximum System Voltage IEC TS 63209-1 Extended Stress Test Long-Term Sequential Thresher Test PID Resistant Limiting Reverse Current QUALITY & EHS Maximum Series Fuse RATINGS AT NOMINAL OPERATING CELL TEMPERATURE OF 45°C (800W/m2,...

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