Sharp NE-160U1 User Manual

MULTI-PURPOSE MODULE

160 WATT

HIGH-POWERED MODULE. SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE.

POLY-CRYSTALLINE SILICON PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULE
WITH 160W MAXIMUM POWER

Sharp’s NE-160U1 photovoltaic modules offer high-powered performance

and industry-leading durability for large electrical power requirements.

Using breakthrough technology perfected by Sharp’s 45 years of research

NE-160U1

and development, these modules incorporate an advanced surface texturing

process to increase light absorption and improve efficiency. Common

applications include office buildings, houses, cabins,solar powerstations,

solar villages and traffic lights. Ideal for grid-connected systems and

designed to withstand rigorous operating conditions,Sharp’s NE-160U1

modules are the perfect combination of technology and reliability.

FEATURES

• High-power module (160W)
using 125mm square poly­crystalline silicon solar cells

• 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

• Water white tempered glass,
EVA resin,and a weatherproof
film, plus aluminum frame for
extended outdoor use

-coated grid results in high fill factor

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performance under low light conditions.

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NE-160U1 MULTI-PURPOSE MODULE

1000[W/m2]

800[W/m2]

600[W/m2]

Voltage [V]

Current vs. Vo ltage
Power vs. Voltage

Power [W]

Current [A]

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160 WATT

MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICSELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Cell Poly-crystalline silicon

of Cells and Connections

No.
Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 43.1V

um Power Voltage (Vpm)

Maxim

t Circuit Current (Isc)

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Maximum Power Current (Ipm) 4.71A
Rated Power (Pmax)
Module Eff

um System Voltage

Maxim
Series Fuse Rating 10A
Type of Output Terminal Lead wire with MC Connec

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C) Standard Test Conditions: 25°C,1 kW/m

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iciency (

ηm) 12.3%

n series

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34.0V

5.23A

160W (+10% / -5%)

600VDC

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AM 1.5

IV CURVES

Cell Temperature: 25˚C

Dimensions (A x B x C belo

Weight 37.485lbs / 17.0kg

Size of Carton 66.93"x 38.19"x 5.12" / 1700 x 970 x 130mm

Packing Conf

Loading Capacity (20ft container) 168 pcs (84 pallets)

Loading Capacity (48ft container) 448 pcs (224 pallets)

Loading Capacity (5

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3 ft container)

62.01" x 32.52" x 1.81"/ 1575 x 826 x 46m

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504 pcs (252 pallets)

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ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS

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Operating

Storage Temperature (min to max,°F/°C) -40 to +194˚F / -40 to +90˚C

Temperature (min to max,°F/

°C) -40 to +194˚F / -40 to +90˚C

DIMENSIONS

EDGE VIEW

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Current, Power vs. Voltage Characteristics

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BACK VIEW

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62.01"/1575mm 32.52"/826mm 1.81"/46mm 7.4"/187.5mm

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19.2"/487.5mm 31.0"/787.5mm 51.18"/1300mm 30.47"/774mm

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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