Canadian Solar — Canada/China

KuMax 440W E HC

The Canadian Solar KuMax 440W E HC is a 440W N-Type TOPCon solar panel with 21.0% efficiency. Backed by a 25-year warranty.

Standard TierFEOC: Restricted

440W

Wattage

21%

Efficiency

N-Type TOPCon

Cell Type

25 years

Warranty

Full Specifications

Brand
Canadian Solar
Model
KuMax 440W E HC
Series
KuMax
Wattage
440W
Module Efficiency
21%
Cell Type
N-Type TOPCon
Dimensions
78-82" x 39-41"
Weight
52 lbs
Warranty
25 years
Est. Price Per Watt
$2.53
Est. 7kW System Cost
$17,710
Est. 10kW System Cost
$25,300
Temperature Coefficient
-0.25%/°C
Bifacial
No
Origin
Canada/China
FEOC Status
fail

Other Canadian Solar Panels

ModelWattageEfficiencyCell$/W
HiKu 490W D490W22.7%N-Type TOPCon$2.99
BiHiKu 490W D490W22.7%N-Type TOPCon$2.99
CS 490W D490W22.7%N-Type TOPCon$2.99
KuMax 490W D490W22.7%N-Type TOPCon$2.99
SuperPower 490W D490W22.7%N-Type TOPCon$2.99

Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)

PanelWattageEfficiency$/W
Maxeon Maxeon 3 455W E Pro455W23.5%$4.72
Maxeon Maxeon 6 455W E Pro455W23.5%$4.72
Maxeon Maxeon 7 455W E Pro455W23.5%$4.72
Maxeon Maxeon Air 455W E Pro455W23.5%$4.72

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a 440W Canadian Solar KuMax 440W E HC cost?
The Canadian Solar KuMax 440W E HC costs approximately $1113 per panel ($$2.53/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $17,710 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 KuMax 440W E HC a good solar panel?
The Canadian Solar KuMax 440W E HC has 21% efficiency and a 25 years warranty, placing it in the standard tier. This is above-average efficiency, making it a strong choice.
How many Canadian Solar KuMax 440W E HC panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 16 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 23 panels. The exact number depends on your roof space, energy usage, and local sun hours.

Written & reviewed by

Jeremy Wolfe — Senior Solar Energy Analyst

Jeremy Wolfe is a solar energy analyst specializing in residential photovoltaic economics, federal and state incentive policy, and return-on-investment modeling for homeowners. He leads EnergyTools' solar research program and methodology.

  • 10+ years analyzing residential solar economics and payback modeling
  • Lead researcher for EnergyTools' 50-state solar cost-per-watt database
  • Author of 100+ solar ROI, payback, and incentive analyses

Methodology & data sources:NREL PVWatts, EPA FuelEconomy.gov, state utility commissions— updated 2026.