RESIDENTIAL SYSTEM MODULE
162 WATT
POWERFUL. ATTRACTIVE. RELIABLE.
POLY-CRYSTALLINE SILICON PHOTOVOLTAIC
MODULE WITH 162W MAXIMUM POWER
Sharp’s ND-162U1Y photovoltaic modules offer industry-leading
performance and aesthetics. Designed for use specifically with Sharp's
ND-162U1Y
Solar Racking System (SRS), these residential modules give the clean,
attractive appearance of a high-tech skylight while the black anodized
aluminum frames and trim strips blend beautifully with the home’s
exterior. Using breakthrough technology perfected by Sharp’s 45 years
of research and development,these modules incorporate an advanced
surface texturing process to increase light absorption and improve
efficiency. Sharp’s ND-162U1Y modules are the perfect combination of
technology and aesthetics.
FEATURES
• High-power module (162W) using
156mm square poly-crystalline
silicon solar cells with 12.4%
module conversion efficiency
• Sharp’s advanced surface
texturing process increases
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• Black anodized aluminum frame
and “L”hook design located
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integration with SRS mounting
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laminate,and a weatherproof film
yield long-life modules while
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ND-162U1Y RESIDENTIAL SYSTEM MODULE
1000[W/m2]
800[W/m2]
600[W/m2]
Power [W]
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162 WATT
MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICSELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Cell P
of Cells and Connections
No.
Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 28.83V
Maximum Power Voltage (Vpm) 22.76V
t Circuit Current (Isc)
Shor
um Power Current (Ipm)
Maxim
ower (Pmax)*
Rated P
Module Efficiency (ηm) 12.40%
Maximum System Voltage 600VDC
Series Fuse Rating 15A
Type of Output Terminal Lead
* (STC) Standard Test Conditions: 25°C,1 kW/m2, AM 1.5
oly-crystalline silicon
48 i
7.95A
7.12A
162W (+10% / -5%)
IV CURVES
Cell Temperature: 25˚C
n series
Wire with MC Connector
Dimensions (A x B x C belo
eight
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Size of Carton 56.3
Packing Configuration 2 pcs pe
Loading Capacity (20 ft container) 224 pcs (112 car
Loading Capacity (40 ft container) 504 pcs (252 car
Loading Capacity (53 ft cont
w)
ainer)
52.3" x 39.1" x 2.26"/ 1328 x 994 x 57.5mm
36.4lbs / 16.5kg
" x 42.5" x 5.1" / 1430 x 1080 x 130mm
r carton
tons)
tons)
560 pcs (280 car
tons)
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
Operating Temperature -40 to +194˚F / -40 to +90˚C
Storage Temperature -40 to +194˚F / -40 to +90˚C
DIMENSIONS
BACK VIEW
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