Sharp ND-198UC1 User Manual
198 WATT
OnEnergy™
SYSTEM MODULE
NEC 2008 Compliant
EnginEEring ExcEllEncE
Designed and engineered for use with Sharp’s
OnEnergy solar racking system, this module is the
perfect combination of technology and design.
ADVAncED AESTHETicS
Black frame module, and associated racking with
hidden hardware and tapered covers, delivers a
clean, elegant appearance that blends beautifully
with your home’s roofline.
DUrABlE
Tempered glass, EVA lamination and
weatherproof backskin provide long-life and
enhanced cell performance.
rEliABlE
25-year limited warranty on power output.
HigH PErformAncE
This module uses an advanced surface
texturing process to increase light absorption
and improve eciency.
[ Designed for ]
ND -198UC1
RESIDENTIAL 198 WATT
MODULE FROM THE WORLD’S
TRUSTED SOURCE FOR SOLAR.
This high-quality residential solar module
is designed and engineered for use with
the Sharp OnEnergy solar system. Sharp’s
OnEnergy system replaces the bulky look
of traditional solar roof mounts with a clean,
elegant appearance that blends beautifully
with rooflines. Using breakthrough technology,
made possible by nearly 50 years of proprietary
research and development, this module
incorporates an advanced surface texturing
process to increase light absorption and
improve eciency.
Black frame and low profile racking
complement roofline.
SHArP: THE nAmE To TrUST
When you choose Sharp, you get more than
well-engineered products. You also get Sharp’s
proven reliability, outstanding customer service and
the assurance of our 25-year limited warranty on
power output. A global leader in solar electricity,
Sharp powers more homes and businesses than
any other solar manufacturer worldwide.
Laminated glass construction
in a high torsion frame.
BE com E P ow E r f U l
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
5901 Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
www.sharpusa.com/solar
© 2008 S harp Ele ctronics Cor poration. All r ights re serve d.
198 WATT
ND -198UC1
NEC 2008 Compliant
Module output cables now 12 AWG with locking connectors
ElEcTricAl cHArAcTEriSTicS
Maximum Power (Pmax)* 198 W
Tolerance of Pmax +10%/-5%
Type of Cell Polycrystalline silicon
Cell Confi guration 54 in series
Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 32.9 V
Maximum Power Voltage (Vpm) 26.3 V
Short Circuit Current (Isc) 8.23 A
Maximum Power Current (Ipm) 7.52 A
Module E ciency (%) 13.4%
Maximum System (DC) Voltage 600 V
Series Fuse Rating 15 A
NOCT 47.5°C
Temperature Coe cient (Pmax) -0.485%/°C
Temperature Coe cient (Voc) -0.36%/°C
Temperature Coe cient (lsc) 0.053%/°C
*Measured at (STC) Standard Test Conditions: 25°C, 1 kW/m2 insolation, AM 1.5
mEcHAnicAl cHArAcTEriSTicS
Dimensions (A x B x C below) 39.1” x 58.7” x 2.3”/994 x 1491 x 57.5 mm
Cable Length (I) 43.3”/1100 mm
Output Interconnect Cable**
12 AWG with MC4 Locking Connector
Weight 39.6 lbs / 18.0 kg
Max Load 50 psf (2400 Pascals)
** A safety lock clip (Multi Contact part number PV-SSH4) may be required in
readily accessible locations per NEC 2008 69 0.33 (C)
iV cUrVES
DimEnSionS
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1000 [W/m
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9
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800 [W/m
7
6
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600 [W/m
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5
Current [A]
4
3
2
1
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0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40
B A C K VI E W
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250
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50
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Current vs. Voltage
S I D E V IE W
Power [W]
QUAlificATionS
UL Listed UL 1703
Fire Rating Class C
wArrAnTY
25-year limited warranty on power output
Contact Sharp for complete warranty information
Design and spe cifi cations are sub ject to change witho ut notice.
Sharp is a registere d trademark of Shar p Corporation . All other tradema rks are propert y of
their respec tive owners. OnEn ergy and all related trad emarks are trade marks or registe red
trademar ks of Sharp Corpora tion and/or its a liated companies . Contact Sha rp to obtain
the latest produc t manuals before using any Sharp device. Cover pho to: Solar installati on by
Premier Power Ren ewable Energy, EL Dorado Hills, CA.
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A B C D E
39.1”/994 mm 58.7”/1491 mm 2.3”/57.5 mm 3.2”/82 mm 13.2”/335 mm
F G H I
1.3”/32 mm 8.9”/225 mm 36.4”/924 mm 43.3”/1100 mm
Contact Sharp for tolerance specifi cations
D
C
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