Segment Solar — US
SG Max-38 HD
The Segment Solar SG Max-38 HD is a 385W N-Type TOPCon solar panel with 19.3% efficiency. Made in US. Backed by a 25-year warranty.
Standard Tier
🇺🇸 Domestic Content Bonus Eligible
385W
Wattage
19.3%
Efficiency
N-Type TOPCon
Cell Type
25 years
Warranty
Full Specifications
- Brand
- Segment Solar
- Model
- SG Max-38 HD
- Series
- SG Max
- Wattage
- 385W
- Module Efficiency
- 19.3%
- Cell Type
- N-Type TOPCon
- Dimensions
- 65-67" x 39-40"
- Weight
- 43 lbs
- Warranty
- 25 years
- Est. Price Per Watt
- $2.40
- Est. 7kW System Cost
- $16,800
- Est. 10kW System Cost
- $24,000
- Temperature Coefficient
- -0.25%/°C
- Bifacial
- No
- Origin
- US
- FEOC Status
- pass
Other Segment Solar Panels
| Model | Wattage | Efficiency | Cell | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SG 440W D | 440W | 21.2% | PERC | $2.88 |
| SG Plus 440W D | 440W | 21.2% | PERC | $2.88 |
| SG Max 440W D | 440W | 21.2% | PERC | $2.88 |
| SG 435W C All-Black | 435W | 21% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.83 |
| SG Plus 435W C All-Black | 435W | 21% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.83 |
Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)
| Panel | Wattage | Efficiency | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|
| SunPower Maxeon 415W A Black | 415W | 22% | $4.12 |
| SunPower Maxeon 415W C Plus | 415W | 22% | $4.12 |
| SunPower Maxeon 415W B Ultra | 415W | 22% | $4.12 |
| SunPower Performance 415W A Black | 415W | 22% | $4.12 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 385W Segment Solar SG Max-38 HD cost?
The Segment Solar SG Max-38 HD costs approximately $924 per panel ($$2.40/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $16,800 before incentives. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost drops to $11,760.
Is the Segment Solar SG Max-38 HD a good solar panel?
The Segment Solar SG Max-38 HD has 19.3% efficiency and a 25 years warranty, placing it in the standard 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 Segment Solar SG Max-38 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.