Meyer Burger — Germany

BARRIER 385W C HD

The Meyer Burger BARRIER 385W C HD is a 385W HJT solar panel with 19.9% efficiency. Made in Germany. Backed by a 30-year warranty.

Premium Tier

385W

Wattage

19.9%

Efficiency

HJT

Cell Type

30 years

Warranty

Full Specifications

Brand
Meyer Burger
Model
BARRIER 385W C HD
Series
BARRIER
Wattage
385W
Module Efficiency
19.9%
Cell Type
HJT
Dimensions
65-67" x 39-40"
Weight
43 lbs
Warranty
30 years
Est. Price Per Watt
$2.96
Est. 7kW System Cost
$20,720
Est. 10kW System Cost
$29,600
Temperature Coefficient
-0.25%/°C
Bifacial
No
Origin
Germany
FEOC Status
likely_pass

Other Meyer Burger Panels

ModelWattageEfficiencyCell$/W
BARRIER 455W E Pro455W21.9%HJT$3.76
HIGH 455W E Pro455W21.9%HJT$3.76
PREMIUM 455W E Pro455W21.9%HJT$3.76
BARRIER 450W D Plus450W21.8%HJT$3.72
HIGH 450W D Plus450W21.8%HJT$3.72

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a 385W Meyer Burger BARRIER 385W C HD cost?
The Meyer Burger BARRIER 385W C HD costs approximately $1140 per panel ($$2.96/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $20,720 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 Meyer Burger BARRIER 385W C HD a good solar panel?
The Meyer Burger BARRIER 385W C HD has 19.9% efficiency and a 30 years warranty, placing it in the premium tier. This is a solid mid-range panel suitable for most residential installations.
How many Meyer Burger BARRIER 385W C HD panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 19 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 26 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.