Rising Sun Solar — China
RS 420W C
The Rising Sun Solar RS 420W C is a 420W PERC solar panel with 19.3% efficiency. Backed by a 15-year warranty.
Budget TierFEOC: Restricted
420W
Wattage
19.3%
Efficiency
PERC
Cell Type
15 years
Warranty
Full Specifications
- Brand
- Rising Sun Solar
- Model
- RS 420W C
- Series
- RS
- Wattage
- 420W
- Module Efficiency
- 19.3%
- Cell Type
- PERC
- Dimensions
- 66-80" x 39-41"
- Weight
- 48 lbs
- Warranty
- 15 years
- Est. Price Per Watt
- $2.09
- Est. 7kW System Cost
- $14,630
- Est. 10kW System Cost
- $20,900
- Temperature Coefficient
- -0.35%/°C
- Bifacial
- No
- Origin
- China
- FEOC Status
- fail
Other Rising Sun Solar Panels
| Model | Wattage | Efficiency | Cell | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RS 425W D Plus | 425W | 19.5% | PERC | $2.15 |
| RS 415W A Ultra | 415W | 19.2% | PERC | $2.06 |
| RS 410W E Max | 410W | 19% | PERC | $2.00 |
| RS 410W B All-Black | 410W | 19% | PERC | $2.00 |
| RS 405W E HC | 405W | 18.8% | PERC | $1.94 |
Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)
| Panel | Wattage | Efficiency | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxeon Maxeon 3 450W D Plus | 450W | 23.3% | $4.61 |
| Maxeon Maxeon 6 450W D Plus | 450W | 23.3% | $4.61 |
| Maxeon Maxeon 7 450W D Plus | 450W | 23.3% | $4.61 |
| Maxeon Maxeon Air 450W D Plus | 450W | 23.3% | $4.61 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 420W Rising Sun Solar RS 420W C cost?
The Rising Sun Solar RS 420W C costs approximately $878 per panel ($$2.09/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $14,630 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 Rising Sun Solar RS 420W C a good solar panel?
The Rising Sun Solar RS 420W C has 19.3% efficiency and a 15 years warranty, placing it in the budget tier. This is a solid mid-range panel suitable for most residential installations.
How many Rising Sun Solar RS 420W C panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 17 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 24 panels. The exact number depends on your roof space, energy usage, and local sun hours.