Trina Solar — China
Honey 485W C All-Black
The Trina Solar Honey 485W C All-Black is a 485W PERC solar panel with 22.6% efficiency. Backed by a 30-year warranty.
Standard TierFEOC: Restricted
485W
Wattage
22.6%
Efficiency
PERC
Cell Type
30 years
Warranty
Full Specifications
- Brand
- Trina Solar
- Model
- Honey 485W C All-Black
- Series
- Honey
- Wattage
- 485W
- Module Efficiency
- 22.6%
- Cell Type
- PERC
- Dimensions
- 78-82" x 39-41"
- Weight
- 56 lbs
- Warranty
- 30 years
- Est. Price Per Watt
- $2.76
- Est. 7kW System Cost
- $19,320
- Est. 10kW System Cost
- $27,600
- Temperature Coefficient
- -0.35%/°C
- Bifacial
- No
- Origin
- China
- FEOC Status
- fail
Other Trina Solar Panels
| Model | Wattage | Efficiency | Cell | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honey 490W D | 490W | 22.8% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.81 |
| Honey 475W B BF | 475W | 22.2% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.65 |
| Honey 475W E Pro | 475W | 22.2% | PERC | $2.65 |
| Honey 470W A HC | 470W | 22% | PERC | $2.60 |
| Honey 465W E HD | 465W | 21.8% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.55 |
Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)
| Panel | Wattage | Efficiency | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxeon 3 455W E Pro | 455W | 23.5% | $4.72 |
| SunPower Maxeon 455W E Pro | 455W | 23.4% | $4.71 |
| Aiko Solar Navi 490W D | 490W | 23.2% | $2.70 |
| REC Alpha 455W E Pro | 455W | 23% | $3.84 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 485W Trina Solar Honey 485W C All-Black cost?
The Trina Solar Honey 485W C All-Black costs approximately $1339 per panel ($$2.76/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $19,320 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 Trina Solar Honey 485W C All-Black a good solar panel?
The Trina Solar Honey 485W C All-Black has 22.6% efficiency and a 30 years warranty, placing it in the standard tier. This is above-average efficiency, making it a strong choice.
How many Trina Solar Honey 485W C All-Black panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 15 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 21 panels. The exact number depends on your roof space, energy usage, and local sun hours.