The BP 4175 is an advanced 175W module utilising monocrystalline cells with antireflective
SiN coating.
The BP 4175 has been especially
designed for grid connect
applications such as :
- Large commercial roofs.
- Residential systems.
- photovoltaic power plants,
along with remote off-grid applications such as :
- Telecommunications
- Water pumping .
- Home systems
This 72 cell module offers a superior price-performance,
with a white tedlar back sheet and innovative, larger high-efficiency cells, providing
superior power density.
Performance BP 4175 BP 4165
Rated power 175W 165W
Module efficiency 13.9% 13.1%
Nominal voltage 24V 24V
Warranty 90% of minimum warranted power output over 12 years
80% of minimum warranted power output over 25 years
Free from defects in materials and workmanship for 5 years
Configuration
BP 4175S Clear Universal frame, a sealed junction box with output cables and
polarized Multicontact (MC) connectors
BP 4170J Clear Universal frame with an accessible junction box for cable
connection
Qualification Test Parameters
Temperature cycling range -40°C to +85°C for 200 cycles
Damp heat test 85°C and 85% relative humidity for 1000h
Front & rear static load test (eg: wind) 2400 Pa
Front load test (eg: snow) 5400 Pa
Hailstone impact test 25mm hail at 23m/s from 1m
Quality and Safety
- Manufactured in ISO 9001 and ISO 14003 certified factories
- Conforms to European Community Directive 89/33/EEC, 73/23/EEC, 93/68/EEC
- Certified to IEC 61215
Module power measurements calibrated
to World Radiometric Reference through ESTI
(European Solar Test Installation at Ispra, Italy)
Framed modules listed by Underwriter’s
Laboratories for electrical and fire safety
(Class C fire rating)
BP 4175
BP 4175 I-V Curves
Typical Electrical Characteristics BP 4175 BP 41653
Rated Power (Pmax)1 175W 165W
Warranted minimum power 166.5W 157W
Voltage at P max (Vmp) 35.7V 34.3V
Current at P max (Imp) 4.9A 4.8A
Short circuit current (Isc) 5.4A 5.4A
Open circuit voltage (Voc) 44.5V 43.7V
Temperature coefficient of Isc (0.065±0.015)%/°C
Temperature coefficient of Voc -(160±20)mV/°C
Temperature coefficient of Pmax -(0.5±0.05)%/°C
NOCT2 47±2°C
Maximum series fuse rating 15A
Maximum system voltage 600V (IEC 61215 rating)
1000V (TUV Rheinland rating)
Mechanical Characteristics BP 4175 / BP 41654
Dimensions (mm) 1593 x 790 x 50
(Overall tolerances +/-3mm)
Weight (kg) 15.0
Frame Clear anodised aluminium, alloy type 6063T6.
Colour: silver.
Solar cells 72 cells (125mm x 125mm) configured geometrically
for a 12 x 6 matrix connected in series.
Output cables (BP 4175S) RHW AWG# 12
(4mm2) cable with polarized weatherproof DC rated Multicontact (MC)
connectors;
asymmetrical lengths 1250 (-) and 800mm (+).
Junction box (BP 4170J) IP65 junction box with 4 terminal screw connection block,
accepts PG 13.5, M20,13mm conduit,
or cable fittings accepting 6-12mm diameter cable.
Terminals accept 2.5-10mm2 (8 to 14 AWG) wire.
Diodes Three 9A, 45V Schottky by-pass diodes included.
Construction Front: High transmission 3mm tempered glass.
Rear: White tedlar; Encapsulant: EVA.
This publication summarises product warranty and specifications
which are subject to change without notice.
- Standard test conditions (STC), irradiance of 1000W/m2 at an AM1.5G solar spectrum and a cell temperature of 25Centegrade.
- Normal Operating Cell Temperature (NOCT,) air temperature of 20Centegrade; irradiance 800W/m2; wind speed 1m/s.
- Power of solar cells varies in the normal course of production; the BP 4165 is assembled using cells of slightly lower power than the BP 4175.
- The mechanical characteristics of the BP 4165 and BP 4175 are identical.
