Canadian Solar — Canada/China

CS 460W C

The Canadian Solar CS 460W C is a 460W PERC solar panel with 21.7% efficiency. Backed by a 30-year warranty.

Standard TierFEOC: Restricted

460W

Wattage

21.7%

Efficiency

PERC

Cell Type

30 years

Warranty

Full Specifications

Brand
Canadian Solar
Model
CS 460W C
Series
CS
Wattage
460W
Module Efficiency
21.7%
Cell Type
PERC
Dimensions
78-82" x 39-41"
Weight
54 lbs
Warranty
30 years
Est. Price Per Watt
$2.72
Est. 7kW System Cost
$19,040
Est. 10kW System Cost
$27,200
Temperature Coefficient
-0.35%/°C
Bifacial
No
Origin
Canada/China
FEOC Status
fail

Other Canadian Solar Panels

ModelWattageEfficiencyCell$/W
CS 490W D490W22.7%N-Type TOPCon$2.99
CS 485W C All-Black485W22.5%PERC$2.93
CS 475W B BF475W22.2%N-Type TOPCon$2.85
CS 470W A HC470W22%PERC$2.80
CS 465W D Plus465W21.8%N-Type TOPCon$2.75

Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)

PanelWattageEfficiency$/W
Maxeon 3 455W E Pro455W23.5%$4.72
SunPower Maxeon 455W E Pro455W23.4%$4.71
Maxeon 3 450W D Plus450W23.3%$4.61
Aiko Solar Navi 490W D490W23.2%$2.70

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a 460W Canadian Solar CS 460W C cost?
The Canadian Solar CS 460W C costs approximately $1251 per panel ($$2.72/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $19,040 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 460W C a good solar panel?
The Canadian Solar CS 460W C has 21.7% efficiency and a 30 years warranty, placing it in the standard tier. This is above-average efficiency, making it a strong choice.
How many Canadian Solar CS 460W C panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 16 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 22 panels. The exact number depends on your roof space, energy usage, and local sun hours.

Written & reviewed by

EnergyTools Research Team — Solar Energy Research Group

The EnergyTools Research Team compiles and verifies residential solar data from NREL, EPA, and state utility commissions. Methodology is reviewed quarterly.

  • Source data: NREL PVWatts V8 + Utility Rates V3 APIs
  • Source data: EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle efficiency data
  • Methodology reviewed quarterly

Methodology & data sources:NREL PVWatts, EIA, state utility commissions· Updated 2026.