Canadian Solar — Canada/China
HiKu 425W A Max
The Canadian Solar HiKu 425W A Max is a 425W N-Type TOPCon solar panel with 20.5% efficiency. Backed by a 30-year warranty.
Standard TierFEOC: RestrictedBifacial
425W
Wattage
20.5%
Efficiency
N-Type TOPCon
Cell Type
30 years
Warranty
Full Specifications
- Brand
- Canadian Solar
- Model
- HiKu 425W A Max
- Series
- HiKu
- Wattage
- 425W
- Module Efficiency
- 20.5%
- Cell Type
- N-Type TOPCon
- Dimensions
- 66-80" x 39-41"
- Weight
- 48 lbs
- Warranty
- 30 years
- Est. Price Per Watt
- $2.40
- Est. 7kW System Cost
- $16,800
- Est. 10kW System Cost
- $24,000
- Temperature Coefficient
- -0.25%/°C
- Bifacial
- Yes
- Origin
- Canada/China
- FEOC Status
- fail
Other Canadian Solar Panels
| Model | Wattage | Efficiency | Cell | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HiKu 490W D | 490W | 22.7% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.99 |
| BiHiKu 490W D | 490W | 22.7% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.99 |
| CS 490W D | 490W | 22.7% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.99 |
| KuMax 490W D | 490W | 22.7% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.99 |
| SuperPower 490W D | 490W | 22.7% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.99 |
Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)
| Panel | Wattage | Efficiency | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxeon Maxeon 3 455W E Pro | 455W | 23.5% | $4.72 |
| Maxeon Maxeon 6 455W E Pro | 455W | 23.5% | $4.72 |
| Maxeon Maxeon 7 455W E Pro | 455W | 23.5% | $4.72 |
| Maxeon Maxeon Air 455W E Pro | 455W | 23.5% | $4.72 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 425W Canadian Solar HiKu 425W A Max cost?
The Canadian Solar HiKu 425W A Max costs approximately $1020 per panel ($$2.40/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $16,800 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 Canadian Solar HiKu 425W A Max a good solar panel?
The Canadian Solar HiKu 425W A Max has 20.5% efficiency and a 30 years warranty, placing it in the standard tier. This is a solid mid-range panel suitable for most residential installations.
How many Canadian Solar HiKu 425W A Max 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.