Sharp ND-167U1 User Manual

RESIDENTIAL SYSTEM MODULE

167 WATT

POWERFUL. ATTRACTIVE. RELIABLE.

POLY-CRYSTALLINE SILICON PHOTOVOLTAIC
MODULE WITH 167W MAXIMUM POWER

Sharp’s ND-167U1 photovoltaic modules offer industry-leading

performance and aesthetics. These residential modules give the clean,

ND-167U1

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-167U1 modules are the perfect combination of

technology and aesthetics.

FEATURES

• High-power module (167W) using
156mm square poly-crystalline
silicon solar cells with 12.7%
module conversion efficiency

• Sharp’s advanced surface
texturing process increases
light absorption and efficiency
while providing a more
subdued,“natural” look

• Bypass diodes minimize the
power drop caused by shade

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yield long-life modules while
enhancing cell performance

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• 25-year limited warranty
on power output
(see dealer for details)

ND-167U1 RESIDENTIAL SYSTEM MODULE

1000[W/m2]

800[W/m2]

600[W/m2]

Power [W]

Current [A]

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MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICSELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Cell P

of Cells and Connections

No.

Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 29.04V

Maximum Power Voltage (Vpm) 22.97V

t Circuit Current (Isc)

Shor

um Power Current (Ipm)

Maxim

ower (Pmax)*

Rated P

Module Efficiency (ηm) 12.7%

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

8.02A

7.27A

167W (+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

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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

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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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Cover photo:Solar installation by REC Solar, San Luis Obispo, CA ©2007 Sharp Electronics Corporation.All rights reserved. SESG-167U1-607

Voltage [V]

Current, Power vs. Voltage Characteristics

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52.3"/1328m

m 39.1"/994mm 2.26"/57.5mm 11.9"/302mm

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36.9"/938m

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23"/584.5mm

51.1"/1300mm

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