First Solar β€” US

Series 5 435W D HD

The First Solar Series 5 435W D HD is a 435W CdTe solar panel with 19.2% efficiency. Made in US. Backed by a 30-year warranty.

Premium TierπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Domestic Content Bonus Eligible

435W

Wattage

19.2%

Efficiency

CdTe

Cell Type

30 years

Warranty

Full Specifications

Brand
First Solar
Model
Series 5 435W D HD
Series
Series 5
Wattage
435W
Module Efficiency
19.2%
Cell Type
CdTe
Dimensions
66-80" x 39-41"
Weight
49 lbs
Warranty
30 years
Est. Price Per Watt
$3.10
Est. 7kW System Cost
$21,700
Est. 10kW System Cost
$31,000
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
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 435W First Solar Series 5 435W D HD cost?
The First Solar Series 5 435W D HD costs approximately $1349 per panel ($$3.10/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $21,700 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 5 435W D HD a good solar panel?
The First Solar Series 5 435W D HD has 19.2% 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 5 435W D HD panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 17 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 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.