Astronergy — China
CHSM-40 HD
The Astronergy CHSM-40 HD is a 405W PERC solar panel with 19.8% efficiency. Backed by a 12-year warranty.
Standard Tier
FEOC: Restricted
405W
Wattage
19.8%
Efficiency
PERC
Cell Type
12 years
Warranty
Full Specifications
- Brand
- Astronergy
- Model
- CHSM-40 HD
- Series
- CHSM
- Wattage
- 405W
- Module Efficiency
- 19.8%
- Cell Type
- PERC
- Dimensions
- 66-80" x 39-41"
- Weight
- 46 lbs
- Warranty
- 12 years
- Est. Price Per Watt
- $2.04
- Est. 7kW System Cost
- $14,280
- Est. 10kW System Cost
- $20,400
- Temperature Coefficient
- -0.35%/°C
- Bifacial
- No
- Origin
- China
- FEOC Status
- fail
Other Astronergy Panels
| Model | Wattage | Efficiency | Cell | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHSM 465W D | 465W | 21.6% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.58 |
| Dynamo 465W D | 465W | 21.6% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.58 |
| CHSM 460W C All-Black | 460W | 21.5% | PERC | $2.55 |
| Dynamo 460W C All-Black | 460W | 21.5% | PERC | $2.55 |
| CHSM 450W E Pro | 450W | 21.2% | PERC | $2.46 |
Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)
| Panel | Wattage | Efficiency | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|
| SunPower Maxeon 435W A Ultra | 435W | 22.7% | $4.42 |
| SunPower Performance 435W A Ultra | 435W | 22.7% | $4.42 |
| SunPower X-Series 435W A Ultra | 435W | 22.7% | $4.42 |
| SunPower E-Series 435W A Ultra | 435W | 22.7% | $4.42 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 405W Astronergy CHSM-40 HD cost?
The Astronergy CHSM-40 HD costs approximately $826 per panel ($$2.04/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $14,280 before incentives. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost drops to $9,996.
Is the Astronergy CHSM-40 HD a good solar panel?
The Astronergy CHSM-40 HD has 19.8% efficiency and a 12 years warranty, placing it in the standard tier. This is a solid mid-range panel suitable for most residential installations.
How many Astronergy CHSM-40 HD 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.