Canadian Solar — Canada/China
CS-38 All-Black
The Canadian Solar CS-38 All-Black is a 380W N-Type TOPCon solar panel with 19.0% efficiency. Backed by a 25-year warranty.
Standard TierFEOC: Restricted
380W
Wattage
19%
Efficiency
N-Type TOPCon
Cell Type
25 years
Warranty
Full Specifications
- Brand
- Canadian Solar
- Model
- CS-38 All-Black
- Series
- CS
- Wattage
- 380W
- Module Efficiency
- 19%
- Cell Type
- N-Type TOPCon
- Dimensions
- 65-67" x 39-40"
- Weight
- 43 lbs
- Warranty
- 25 years
- Est. Price Per Watt
- $2.00
- Est. 7kW System Cost
- $14,000
- Est. 10kW System Cost
- $20,000
- Temperature Coefficient
- -0.25%/°C
- Bifacial
- No
- Origin
- Canada/China
- FEOC Status
- fail
Other Canadian Solar Panels
| Model | Wattage | Efficiency | Cell | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CS 490W D | 490W | 22.7% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.99 |
| CS 485W C All-Black | 485W | 22.5% | PERC | $2.93 |
| CS 475W B BF | 475W | 22.2% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.85 |
| CS 470W A HC | 470W | 22% | PERC | $2.80 |
| CS 465W D Plus | 465W | 21.8% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.75 |
Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)
| Panel | Wattage | Efficiency | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|
| SunPower Maxeon 410W B | 410W | 21.9% | $4.08 |
| SunPower Maxeon 410W D HD | 410W | 21.9% | $4.08 |
| Maxeon 3 410-B Silver | 410W | 21.8% | $3.82 |
| SunPower Maxeon-40 HC | 405W | 21.7% | $4.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 380W Canadian Solar CS-38 All-Black cost?
The Canadian Solar CS-38 All-Black costs approximately $760 per panel ($$2.00/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $14,000 before incentives.
⚠ The 30% federal solar tax credit has ended — Section 25D expired December 31, 2025, and the Section 48E construction-start deadline passed 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 Canadian Solar CS-38 All-Black a good solar panel?
The Canadian Solar CS-38 All-Black has 19% efficiency and a 25 years warranty, placing it in the standard tier. This is a solid mid-range panel suitable for most residential installations.
How many Canadian Solar CS-38 All-Black panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 19 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 27 panels. The exact number depends on your roof space, energy usage, and local sun hours.