First Solar β€” US

Series 6 400W C HD

The First Solar Series 6 400W C HD is a 400W CdTe solar panel with 18.0% efficiency. Made in US. Backed by a 25-year warranty.

Premium TierπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Domestic Content Bonus Eligible

400W

Wattage

18%

Efficiency

CdTe

Cell Type

25 years

Warranty

Full Specifications

Brand
First Solar
Model
Series 6 400W C HD
Series
Series 6
Wattage
400W
Module Efficiency
18%
Cell Type
CdTe
Dimensions
66-80" x 39-41"
Weight
46 lbs
Warranty
25 years
Est. Price Per Watt
$2.50
Est. 7kW System Cost
$17,500
Est. 10kW System Cost
$25,000
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
SunPower Maxeon 430W E Max430W22.6%$4.38
SunPower Maxeon 430W B All-Black430W22.6%$4.38
SunPower Maxeon 430W C Black430W22.6%$4.38
SunPower Performance 430W E Max430W22.6%$4.38

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a 400W First Solar Series 6 400W C HD cost?
The First Solar Series 6 400W C HD costs approximately $1000 per panel ($$2.50/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $17,500 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 6 400W C HD a good solar panel?
The First Solar Series 6 400W C HD has 18% 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 6 400W C HD panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 18 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 25 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.