REC — Singapore

Alpha 450W D Plus

The REC Alpha 450W D Plus is a 450W HJT solar panel with 22.8% efficiency. Backed by a 30-year warranty.

Premium Tier

450W

Wattage

22.8%

Efficiency

HJT

Cell Type

30 years

Warranty

Full Specifications

Brand
REC
Model
Alpha 450W D Plus
Series
Alpha
Wattage
450W
Module Efficiency
22.8%
Cell Type
HJT
Dimensions
78-82" x 39-41"
Weight
53 lbs
Warranty
30 years
Est. Price Per Watt
$3.77
Est. 7kW System Cost
$26,390
Est. 10kW System Cost
$37,700
Temperature Coefficient
-0.25%/°C
Bifacial
No
Origin
Singapore
FEOC Status
likely_pass

Other REC Panels

ModelWattageEfficiencyCell$/W
Alpha 455W E Pro455W23%N-Type TOPCon$3.84
Alpha 445W A Ultra445W22.5%HJT$3.67
Alpha 440W C440W22.3%N-Type TOPCon$3.60
Alpha 435W E Max435W22.1%N-Type TOPCon$3.53
Alpha 435W B All-Black435W22.1%HJT$3.53

Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)

PanelWattageEfficiency$/W
Maxeon 3 455W E Pro455W23.5%$4.72
SunPower Maxeon 455W E Pro455W23.4%$4.71
Maxeon 3 450W D Plus450W23.3%$4.61
SunPower Maxeon 445W D Plus445W23.1%$4.58

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a 450W REC Alpha 450W D Plus cost?
The REC Alpha 450W D Plus costs approximately $1697 per panel ($$3.77/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $26,390 before incentives.

⚠ The 30% federal solar tax credit has ended — Section 25D expired December 31, 2025, and the Section 48E construction-start deadline passed 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 REC Alpha 450W D Plus a good solar panel?
The REC Alpha 450W D Plus has 22.8% efficiency and a 30 years warranty, placing it in the premium tier. This is above-average efficiency, making it a strong choice.
How many REC Alpha 450W 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 23 panels. The exact number depends on your roof space, energy usage, and local sun hours.

Written & reviewed by

EnergyTools Research Team — Solar Energy Research Group

The EnergyTools Research Team compiles and verifies residential solar data from NREL, EPA, and state utility commissions. Methodology is reviewed quarterly.

  • Source data: NREL PVWatts V8 + Utility Rates V3 APIs
  • Source data: EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle efficiency data
  • Methodology reviewed quarterly

Methodology & data sources:NREL PVWatts, EIA, state utility commissions· Updated 2026.