S-Energy — South Korea

SN 405W A Black

The S-Energy SN 405W A Black is a 405W PERC solar panel with 19.8% efficiency. Backed by a 25-year warranty.

Standard TierBifacial

405W

Wattage

19.8%

Efficiency

PERC

Cell Type

25 years

Warranty

Full Specifications

Brand
S-Energy
Model
SN 405W A Black
Series
SN
Wattage
405W
Module Efficiency
19.8%
Cell Type
PERC
Dimensions
66-80" x 39-41"
Weight
46 lbs
Warranty
25 years
Est. Price Per Watt
$2.59
Est. 7kW System Cost
$18,130
Est. 10kW System Cost
$25,900
Temperature Coefficient
-0.35%/°C
Bifacial
Yes
Origin
South Korea
FEOC Status
check

Other S-Energy Panels

ModelWattageEfficiencyCell$/W
SN 445W D445W21.2%PERC$3.01
SNE 445W D445W21.2%PERC$3.01
SN Plus 445W D445W21.2%PERC$3.01
SN 440W C All-Black440W21%N-Type TOPCon$2.95
SNE 440W C All-Black440W21%N-Type TOPCon$2.95

Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)

PanelWattageEfficiency$/W
SunPower Maxeon 435W A Ultra435W22.7%$4.42
SunPower Performance 435W A Ultra435W22.7%$4.42
SunPower X-Series 435W A Ultra435W22.7%$4.42
SunPower E-Series 435W A Ultra435W22.7%$4.42

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a 405W S-Energy SN 405W A Black cost?
The S-Energy SN 405W A Black costs approximately $1049 per panel ($$2.59/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $18,130 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 S-Energy SN 405W A Black a good solar panel?
The S-Energy SN 405W A Black has 19.8% efficiency and a 25 years warranty, placing it in the standard tier. This is a solid mid-range panel suitable for most residential installations.
How many S-Energy SN 405W A Black 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 — 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.