First Solar β€” US

Series 4 380W Plus

The First Solar Series 4 380W Plus is a 380W CdTe solar panel with 17.3% efficiency. Made in US. Backed by a 25-year warranty.

Premium TierπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Domestic Content Bonus Eligible

380W

Wattage

17.3%

Efficiency

CdTe

Cell Type

25 years

Warranty

Full Specifications

Brand
First Solar
Model
Series 4 380W Plus
Series
Series 4
Wattage
380W
Module Efficiency
17.3%
Cell Type
CdTe
Dimensions
65-67" x 39-40"
Weight
43 lbs
Warranty
25 years
Est. Price Per Watt
$2.15
Est. 7kW System Cost
$15,050
Est. 10kW System Cost
$21,500
Temperature Coefficient
-0.25%/Β°C
Bifacial
No
Origin
US
FEOC Status
pass

Other First Solar Panels

ModelWattageEfficiencyCell$/W
Series 6 475W E Pro475W20.5%CdTe$3.75
Series 7 475W E Pro475W20.5%CdTe$3.75
Series 4 475W E Pro475W20.5%CdTe$3.75
Series 5 475W E Pro475W20.5%CdTe$3.75
Series 6 465W D Plus465W20.2%CdTe$3.60

Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)

PanelWattageEfficiency$/W
SunPower Maxeon 410W A All-Black410W21.9%$4.08
SunPower Maxeon 410W B410W21.9%$4.08
SunPower Maxeon 410W D HD410W21.9%$4.08
SunPower Performance 410W A All-Black410W21.9%$4.08

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a 380W First Solar Series 4 380W Plus cost?
The First Solar Series 4 380W Plus costs approximately $817 per panel ($$2.15/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $15,050 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 First Solar Series 4 380W Plus a good solar panel?
The First Solar Series 4 380W Plus has 17.3% efficiency and a 25 years warranty, placing it in the premium tier. This is a solid mid-range panel suitable for most residential installations. It also qualifies for the domestic content bonus under the Inflation Reduction Act.
How many First Solar Series 4 380W Plus 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.

Written & reviewed by

Jeremy Wolfe β€” 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 commissionsβ€” updated 2026.