First Solar — US
Series 4 465W D Plus
The First Solar Series 4 465W D Plus is a 465W CdTe solar panel with 20.2% efficiency. Made in US. Backed by a 30-year warranty.
Premium Tier
🇺🇸 Domestic Content Bonus Eligible
465W
Wattage
20.2%
Efficiency
CdTe
Cell Type
30 years
Warranty
Full Specifications
- Brand
- First Solar
- Model
- Series 4 465W D Plus
- Series
- Series 4
- Wattage
- 465W
- Module Efficiency
- 20.2%
- Cell Type
- CdTe
- Dimensions
- 78-82" x 39-41"
- Weight
- 54 lbs
- Warranty
- 30 years
- Est. Price Per Watt
- $3.60
- Est. 7kW System Cost
- $25,200
- Est. 10kW System Cost
- $36,000
- Temperature Coefficient
- -0.25%/°C
- Bifacial
- No
- Origin
- US
- FEOC Status
- pass
Other First Solar Panels
| Model | Wattage | Efficiency | Cell | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Series 6 475W E Pro | 475W | 20.5% | CdTe | $3.75 |
| Series 7 475W E Pro | 475W | 20.5% | CdTe | $3.75 |
| Series 4 475W E Pro | 475W | 20.5% | CdTe | $3.75 |
| Series 5 475W E Pro | 475W | 20.5% | CdTe | $3.75 |
| Series 6 465W D Plus | 465W | 20.2% | CdTe | $3.60 |
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 465W First Solar Series 4 465W D Plus cost?
The First Solar Series 4 465W D Plus costs approximately $1674 per panel ($$3.60/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $25,200 before incentives. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost drops to $17,640.
Is the First Solar Series 4 465W D Plus a good solar panel?
The First Solar Series 4 465W D Plus has 20.2% efficiency and a 30 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 465W D Plus 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.