Trina Solar — China

SolaX 450W C Black

The Trina Solar SolaX 450W C Black is a 450W N-Type TOPCon solar panel with 21.2% efficiency. Backed by a 30-year warranty.

Standard TierFEOC: Restricted

450W

Wattage

21.2%

Efficiency

N-Type TOPCon

Cell Type

30 years

Warranty

Full Specifications

Brand
Trina Solar
Model
SolaX 450W C Black
Series
SolaX
Wattage
450W
Module Efficiency
21.2%
Cell Type
N-Type TOPCon
Dimensions
78-82" x 39-41"
Weight
53 lbs
Warranty
30 years
Est. Price Per Watt
$2.39
Est. 7kW System Cost
$16,730
Est. 10kW System Cost
$23,900
Temperature Coefficient
-0.25%/°C
Bifacial
No
Origin
China
FEOC Status
fail

Other Trina Solar Panels

ModelWattageEfficiencyCell$/W
Vertex 490W D490W22.8%N-Type TOPCon$2.81
Honey 490W D490W22.8%N-Type TOPCon$2.81
Tallmax 490W D490W22.8%N-Type TOPCon$2.81
SolaX 490W D490W22.8%N-Type TOPCon$2.81
Vertex S+ 490W D490W22.8%N-Type TOPCon$2.81

Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)

PanelWattageEfficiency$/W
Maxeon Maxeon 3 455W E Pro455W23.5%$4.72
Maxeon Maxeon 6 455W E Pro455W23.5%$4.72
Maxeon Maxeon 7 455W E Pro455W23.5%$4.72
Maxeon Maxeon Air 455W E Pro455W23.5%$4.72

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a 450W Trina Solar SolaX 450W C Black cost?
The Trina Solar SolaX 450W C Black costs approximately $1076 per panel ($$2.39/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $16,730 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 Trina Solar SolaX 450W C Black a good solar panel?
The Trina Solar SolaX 450W C Black has 21.2% 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 SolaX 450W C Black 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

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.