Sharp ND-167U3A User Manual

RESIDENTIAL SYSTEM MODULE

167 WATT

POWERFUL. ATTRACTIVE. RELIABLE.

POLY-CRYSTALLINE SILICON PHOTOVOLTAIC
MODULE WITH 167W MAXIMUM POWER

Designed specifically for peak roofs,Sharp’s ND-167U3A photovoltaic

modules offer industry-leading performance and aesthetics.

ND-167U3A

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-167U3A modules are the perfect combination of technology

and aesthetics.

FEATURES

• High-power module (167W) using
155mm square poly-crystalline
silicon solar cells with 12.7%
module conversion efficienc

• 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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ND-167U3A RESIDENTIAL SYSTEM MODULE

167 WATT

MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICSELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Cell Poly-crystalline silicon

No. of Cells and Connections 48 in series

Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 28.9V

Maximum Power Voltage (Vpm) 22.8V

Short Circuit Current (Isc)

Maximum Power Current (Ipm) 7.33A

Maximum Power (Pmax)*

Module Efficiency (ηm) 12.7%

Maximum System Voltage 600VDC

Series Fuse Rating

Type of Output Terminal Lead Wire with MC Connector

* (STC) Standard Test Conditions:25°C,1 kW/m2, AM 1.5

8.16A

167W (+10% / -5%)

15A

IV CURVES

Cell Temperature: 25˚C

9

1000[W/m2]

8

180

160

Dimensions (A x B x C below) 51.9" x 39.1" x 1.8"

1318mmx 994mmx 46mm

Weight 36.4lbs / 16.5kg

Packing Configuration 2 pcs per carton

Size of Carton 56.3" x 42.5"x 5.1"

1430mm x 1080mm x 130mm

Loading Capacity (20 ft container) 224 pcs (112 car tons)

Loading Capacity (40 ft container) 504 pcs (252 car tons)

Loading Capacity (53 ft container) 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

A

D

7

800[W/m2]

6

600[W/m2]

5

4

Current [A]

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Voltage [V]

Current, Power vs. Voltage Characteristics

140

120

100

80

60

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Current vs. Voltage

Power vs. Voltage

B

Power [W]

E

EDGE VIEW

ABCDEF

51.9"/1318mm

39.1"/994mm1.8"/46mm10.2"/259mm 37.1"/943mm25.2"/639mm

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

In the absence of confirmation by product manuals, Sharp takes no responsibility for any defects that may occur in equipment using any Sharp devices.

Contact Sharp to obtain the latest product manuals before using any Sharp device.

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