Aptos Solar β€” US

DNA Pro-40 HC

The Aptos Solar DNA Pro-40 HC is a 400W N-Type TOPCon solar panel with 20.0% efficiency. Made in US. Backed by a 25-year warranty.

Standard TierπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Domestic Content Bonus EligibleBifacial

400W

Wattage

20%

Efficiency

N-Type TOPCon

Cell Type

25 years

Warranty

Full Specifications

Brand
Aptos Solar
Model
DNA Pro-40 HC
Series
DNA Pro
Wattage
400W
Module Efficiency
20%
Cell Type
N-Type TOPCon
Dimensions
66-80" x 39-41"
Weight
46 lbs
Warranty
25 years
Est. Price Per Watt
$2.55
Est. 7kW System Cost
$17,850
Est. 10kW System Cost
$25,500
Temperature Coefficient
-0.25%/Β°C
Bifacial
Yes
Origin
US
FEOC Status
pass

Other Aptos Solar Panels

ModelWattageEfficiencyCell$/W
DNA 450W D450W21.7%N-Type TOPCon$2.97
APTOS 450W D450W21.7%N-Type TOPCon$2.97
DNA Pro 450W D450W21.7%N-Type TOPCon$2.97
DNA 445W C All-Black445W21.5%PERC$2.92
APTOS 445W C All-Black445W21.5%PERC$2.92

Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)

PanelWattageEfficiency$/W
SunPower Maxeon 430W E Max430W22.6%$4.38
SunPower Maxeon 430W B All-Black430W22.6%$4.38
SunPower Maxeon 430W C Black430W22.6%$4.38
SunPower Performance 430W E Max430W22.6%$4.38

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a 400W Aptos Solar DNA Pro-40 HC cost?
The Aptos Solar DNA Pro-40 HC costs approximately $1020 per panel ($$2.55/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $17,850 before incentives.

⚠ The 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit (48E/ITC) expired July 4, 2026.

Selecting 30% ITC assumes you began construction before this deadline. Most new purchases no longer qualify.Learn about your options after the deadline →

Is the Aptos Solar DNA Pro-40 HC a good solar panel?
The Aptos Solar DNA Pro-40 HC has 20% efficiency and a 25 years warranty, placing it in the standard tier. This is a solid mid-range panel suitable for most residential installations. It also qualifies for the domestic content bonus under the Inflation Reduction Act.
How many Aptos Solar DNA Pro-40 HC panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 18 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 25 panels. The exact number depends on your roof space, energy usage, and local sun hours.

Written & reviewed by

Jeremy Wolfe β€” Senior Solar Energy Analyst

Jeremy Wolfe is a solar energy analyst specializing in residential photovoltaic economics, federal and state incentive policy, and return-on-investment modeling for homeowners. He leads EnergyTools' solar research program and methodology.

  • 10+ years analyzing residential solar economics and payback modeling
  • Lead researcher for EnergyTools' 50-state solar cost-per-watt database
  • Author of 100+ solar ROI, payback, and incentive analyses

Methodology & data sources:NREL PVWatts, EPA FuelEconomy.gov, state utility commissionsβ€” updated 2026.