SunPower β€” US

Maxeon 445W D Plus

The SunPower Maxeon 445W D Plus is a 445W IBC solar panel with 23.1% efficiency. Made in US. Backed by a 30-year warranty.

Discontinued panel β€” still supported for existing owners. SunPower ceased operations (Chapter 11 bankruptcy, August 2024) Specs below reflect the final production version.
Premium TierπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Domestic Content Bonus Eligible

445W

Wattage

23.1%

Efficiency

IBC

Cell Type

30 years

Warranty

Full Specifications

Brand
SunPower
Model
Maxeon 445W D Plus
Series
Maxeon
Wattage
445W
Module Efficiency
23.1%
Cell Type
IBC
Dimensions
78-82" x 39-41"
Weight
52 lbs
Warranty
30 years
Est. Price Per Watt
$4.58
Est. 7kW System Cost
$32,060
Est. 10kW System Cost
$45,800
Temperature Coefficient
-0.25%/Β°C
Bifacial
No
Origin
US
FEOC Status
pass

Other SunPower Panels

ModelWattageEfficiencyCell$/W
Maxeon 455W E Pro455W23.4%IBC$4.71
Maxeon 440W C440W22.9%IBC$4.50
Maxeon 435W A Ultra435W22.7%IBC$4.42
Maxeon 430W E Max430W22.6%IBC$4.38
Maxeon 430W C Black430W22.6%IBC$4.38

Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)

PanelWattageEfficiency$/W
Maxeon 3 455W E Pro455W23.5%$4.72
Maxeon 3 450W D Plus450W23.3%$4.61
Maxeon 3 445W A Ultra445W23.1%$4.51
REC Alpha 455W E Pro455W23%$3.84

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a 445W SunPower Maxeon 445W D Plus cost?
The SunPower Maxeon 445W D Plus costs approximately $2038 per panel ($$4.58/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $32,060 before incentives.

⚠ The 30% federal solar tax credit has ended β€” 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 SunPower Maxeon 445W D Plus a good solar panel?
The SunPower Maxeon 445W D Plus has 23.1% efficiency and a 30 years warranty, placing it in the premium tier. This is above-average efficiency, making it a strong choice. It also qualifies for the domestic content bonus under the Inflation Reduction Act.
How many SunPower Maxeon 445W 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 β€” 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 commissionsΒ· Updated 2026.