Canadian Solar — Canada/China
CS 430W A Black
The Canadian Solar CS 430W A Black is a 430W N-Type TOPCon solar panel with 20.7% efficiency. Backed by a 25-year warranty.
Standard TierFEOC: RestrictedBifacial
430W
Wattage
20.7%
Efficiency
N-Type TOPCon
Cell Type
25 years
Warranty
Full Specifications
- Brand
- Canadian Solar
- Model
- CS 430W A Black
- Series
- CS
- Wattage
- 430W
- Module Efficiency
- 20.7%
- Cell Type
- N-Type TOPCon
- Dimensions
- 66-80" x 39-41"
- Weight
- 49 lbs
- Warranty
- 25 years
- Est. Price Per Watt
- $2.45
- Est. 7kW System Cost
- $17,150
- Est. 10kW System Cost
- $24,500
- Temperature Coefficient
- -0.25%/°C
- Bifacial
- Yes
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxeon 3 455W E Pro | 455W | 23.5% | $4.72 |
| SunPower Maxeon 455W E Pro | 455W | 23.4% | $4.71 |
| Maxeon 3 450W D Plus | 450W | 23.3% | $4.61 |
| SunPower Maxeon 445W D Plus | 445W | 23.1% | $4.58 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 430W Canadian Solar CS 430W A Black cost?
The Canadian Solar CS 430W A Black costs approximately $1054 per panel ($$2.45/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $17,150 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 430W A Black a good solar panel?
The Canadian Solar CS 430W A Black has 20.7% 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 430W A Black panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 17 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 24 panels. The exact number depends on your roof space, energy usage, and local sun hours.